Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care

This course will be ideal for health and social care workers who wish to improve their knowledge and understanding of end of life and palliative care. It also has relevance to all types of care settings, including hospices, care homes, care in the community and primary care.

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this course. Good numeracy and literacy skills are advantageous.

The course aims to develop the learner’s knowledge and understanding of: the different perspectives on death and dying; the aims of end of life care; the support needed to manage pain and discomfort; how dementia impacts on end of life care and how to provide appropriate support to individuals with this condition at the end of life; the role of the health and social care worker at the time of death, and how to appropriately support the bereaved. The course comprises five mandatory units arranged into three modules:

• Unit 01: Understand how to work in end of life care
• Unit 02: Understand how to provide support to manage pain and discomfort
• Unit 03: End of life care and dementia
• Unit 04: Understand the role of the care worker in time of death
• Unit 05: Understand loss and grief in end of life care.

This qualification could be what you need to improve your career prospects and get your ideal job if you are unable to attend college on a regular basis. Distance Learning with Shrewsbury Colleges Group gives you more flexibility, allowing you to study where and when you want. All you need is a commitment, as Distance Learning is not necessarily an easy option, especially if you are already working full-time. We offer specially prepared course materials, which combined with help and support from your subject teacher make your learning experience easily manageable.

To pass this qualification, learners are required to complete three formal assessments (one after each module) which are submitted to us for marking

This course is currently being offered free of charge. If, however, the learner withdraws early without reason, a charge may be incurred to cover the cost of the supplied materials.

If you are interested in enrolling or would like further information, please contact the Distance Learning Team on 01743 653355 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . We will advise you about the course, how to study, examinations if relevant, and tutor support. Please note: If course fees are applicable, then they will be payable at the time of your enrolment.