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Introduction to Palliative & End of Life Care

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Session Overview

Designed for all health and social care staff, this one-day course provides an introduction to palliative and end of life care, allowing you to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver compassionate, person-centred care.

This course explores key areas such as recognising when someone may be approaching the end of life, the importance of advance care planning, effective communication with individuals and their families, and taking a holistic approach to care, including symptom management and emotional support. 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Understand the 5 Priorities for Care and apply the principles in practice to support high-quality, person-centred end of life care.

  • Recognise the uncertainty associated with dying and the challenges of prognostication.

  • Develop facilitative communication skills to support sensitive conversations with patients, families and those important to them.

  • Understand the benefits of effective Advance Care Planning and the importance of a holistic approach to symptom management.

Details

Dates

  • Friday, 18th September 2026,  9:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Thursday, 11th March 2027, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

To book, use the Book Now button and select the date that suits you.

Cost

Places are fully funded for staff working in Cheshire East Place as part of the Foundations Palliative Care Programme.

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Location

For face to face bookings. Free parking available on site.

Bespoke Booking

We would love to work with you, contact us to explore a bespoke session for your organisation.

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