About this qualification
This qualification provides learners with an understanding of the principles of end of life care, including knowledge of:
• the definition of end of life care
• approaches to end of life care
• how to support a person’s familial, spiritual, social and emotional needs
• how to confront issues of death and bereavement
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is intended for those who work in the Health and Social Care sector whose role includes caring for those who have a life-limiting illness.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
What are the entry requirements?
There are not any specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification; however, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 2 qualification in a health and social care-related area.
How is this qualification structured?
This qualification consists of 5 mandatory units:
• Unit 01 Understanding end of life care
• Unit 02 Communication during end of life care
• Unit 03 Assessment and care planning in end of life care
• Unit 04 Person-centred approaches to end of life care
• Unit 05 Care during the final hours of life and bereavement care
How is it assessed?
To achieve the Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the mandatory units. Grades are not awarded. The Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care is internally assessed.
How many credits are required to complete it?
Learners are required to successfully achieve all 17 credits from the mandatory units.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
• Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England)
• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
Successful completion of this qualification will help to support progression into and within a number of job roles within the health and social care sector.
You must meet the following eligibility criteria to be able to apply for this course:
• You must currently live in England
• You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
• You must be over the age of 19
• You must not be on an apprenticeship
Funding for our qualifications.
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our ‘Cost’ page.
Please follow the link for Fees and Funding information.
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There is a £150 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.
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