Palliative Care Nurse

Thames College

This Palliative Care Nurse course combines several health and social care training modules to create a complete learning journey for those aiming to support patients with life-limiting conditions. It includes courses on:

• End of Life Care – core techniques in dignity-focused care planning and symptom relief
• Mental Health Awareness, PTSD and Stress Care – helping carers respond to the emotional needs of patients and families
• Safeguarding Adults and Children – ensuring legal and ethical protection for vulnerable groups
• Speech & Language Therapy and Communication Skills – improving interactions with patients who may have limited ability to express themselves
• Phlebotomy, Diabetes Care, Cardiac Care – helping with common physical health complications seen in palliative patients
• Art and Play Therapy – using therapeutic engagement with patients of all ages, especially in paediatric or dementia care settings
• Manual Handling and Record Keeping – maintaining safety and accountability in everyday caregiving

Each component strengthens the learner's capacity to work across various care settings, such as hospices, hospitals, residential care, and private homes. Graduates of this course will leave with solid foundations to work in palliative roles and support patients and families with care, empathy, and professionalism.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Provide comfort-focused end-of-life care to patients across various age groups
• Support patients’ emotional wellbeing using appropriate therapy techniques
• Recognise and respond to symptoms of stress, anxiety, and trauma in patients and families
• Follow legal frameworks for safeguarding and consent in vulnerable populations
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and health professionals
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as phlebotomy and vital observations
• Apply record-keeping and care planning procedures accurately
• Safely administer medications under professional supervision and guidelines

This course is ideal for individuals who are:

• Looking to build a career as a Palliative Care Nurse or Healthcare Assistant
• Already working in the healthcare sector and want to specialise in end-of-life care
• Care workers or support staff in hospices, hospitals, or residential homes
• Individuals with a compassionate approach to caregiving and a desire to support those at the end of life
• Nursing students or return-to-practice professionals seeking focused training in palliative support

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enroll in our course. This course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out.

Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

Completing this course may lead to roles such as:

• Palliative Care Nurse – £28,000–£38,000/year
• Healthcare Assistant – £20,000–£26,000/year
• Hospice Care Worker – £22,000–£30,000/year
• Community Support Worker – £21,000–£27,000/year
• Dementia Care Specialist – £24,000–£32,000/year
• End of Life Care Coordinator – £26,000–£34,000/year
  

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