Program Overview

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Module - Palliative Care

This course is subject to validation.

Course Overview

This comprehensive module is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of end-of-life care. Through a focused exploration of key concepts, assessment tools, symptom management techniques, psychosocial and spiritual considerations, and ethical implications, students will develop the essential skills needed to provide compassionate and effective care for patients at the end of their lives. This course will empower students to navigate the complexities of this critical area of healthcare with confidence and empathy.

Key Details

• Recruiting to: UK / RoI / Settled in UK
• Course Location: Distance Learning
• Institute: Institute of Health
• Delivery Style: Blended learning, distance learning
• Course Duration: Not specified
• Course Start Point: Undefined
• Award: Module
• More information: Programme Specification

Course Structure

What you will learn

The topics covered in this module include:

• Palliative and end-of-life care fundamentals: Explore the core concepts and principles of palliative and end-of-life care, with a focus on the vital roles played by health and social care professionals.
• Holistic assessment and frameworks: Analyse comprehensive local and national assessment tools and frameworks designed to guide effective practice in palliative and end-of-life care.
• Pain and symptom management: Deepen your understanding of pain and symptom management approaches in order to assess, attempt to treat and to recognise where onward referral to other specialities is required.
• Psychosocial and spiritual dimensions: Explore the psychosocial and spiritual aspects of care management, recognising the importance of making reasonable adjustments to meet individual care needs.
• Therapeutic communication and ethics: Enhance your therapeutic communication skills and explore the philosophical, legal, and ethical considerations that arise in palliative and end-of-life care.

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

You will be part of a stimulating and challenging academic environment to advance your professional development. The module incorporates a variety of directed and self-directed tasks to enhance your understanding of the learning outcomes and the transformative impact of this knowledge on your practice.

How you will be assessed

The final assessment for the module will be a written assignment. Throughout the course, students will receive ongoing support and guidance to help them successfully meet the requirements of the assignment.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in this module, you must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a recognised qualification as an assistant practitioner, nurse associate, registered nurse, or allied health professional.
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete coursework at the specified academic level. If you have concerns about your academic readiness, please contact the programme lead. Support resources are available to assist you.
• Be prepared to complete the required assessments.

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

Additional Costs

Not applicable

Student Life

• Accommodation: Comfortable and safe living.
• Funding: Affordable solutions.
• Student Support: Available to assist you throughout your studies.

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