Course Overview
Providing care at the end of life requires sensitivity, understanding, and strong professional values. This fully online course introduces learners to the principles of supporting individuals who are approaching the end of life, alongside those important to them.
Suitable for those working or considering work in health or social care, the course explores what high-quality, person-centred end of life care looks like. You’ll gain insight into care planning, managing pain and discomfort, and understanding how conditions such as dementia can affect end of life experiences.
The course also focuses on the role of the care worker during the final stages of life, including responsibilities at the time of death and the importance of dignity, respect, and communication. Learners will develop awareness of how to support families, friends, and carers, recognising the emotional impact of loss and grief.
Learning is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study flexibly from anywhere and at a pace that suits your lifestyle. Course materials are accessible and supportive, making it suitable whether you’re building knowledge for personal development or strengthening understanding for care-related roles.
By completing this course, you’ll gain greater confidence and awareness when supporting individuals and families during one of the most sensitive stages of life, providing a strong foundation for further learning or progression in health and social care.
Entry Requirements:
No formal qualifications are required
Course Highlights
Course Units
• Understand how to work in end-of-life care
• Care planning in end-of-life care
• Understand how to provide support to manage pain and discomfort
• End of life care and dementia
• Understanding the role of the care worker at the time of death
• Understand loss and grief in end-of-life care
Course Breakdown
Course Structure
This course is delivered 100% online, allowing you to study independently at your own pace. Learning takes place through digital materials and assessments, with no requirement to attend college in person. You can access the course from anywhere with an internet connection, making it ideal for flexible learning around work or personal commitments.
Progression & Next Steps
After completing this course, learners may progress onto other Phoenix Future Skills online courses to further develop knowledge in health, care, or wellbeing. You could also explore full-time or part-time courses at Hull College to gain recognised qualifications supporting further study or careers within health and social care.