An Overview of Palliative & End of Life Care (Online)

Course Overview

This course provides a general overview of palliative and end of life care through two bite-sized, interactive online sessions. It is ideal for those who are unable to attend face-to-face training while still requiring a solid understanding of the principles of palliative care.

This Course is For

Both clinical and non-clinical staff who have contact with patients and families dealing with palliative and end of life care challenges.

Duration

Two 4-hour sessions

Course Capacity & Cost

• 20 places
• Organisational booking: £760
• Individual booking: £120 per person

Indicative Content

• Introduction to palliative and end of life care
• Recognition of deterioration
• Managing frailty and co-morbidity at end of life
• Palliative care resources within Lincolnshire
• Fast Track Funding
• Communication in palliative and end of life care
• Difficult conversations
• Advance Care Planning and ReSPECT
• Symptom management
• Palliative care emergencies