IAO
Level 3
QN: 603/4615/2
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IAO Level 3 Certificate in the Fundamental Steps of End of Life Care
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IAO. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 66 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
IAO
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
66 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Step 1 - Discussions as the End of Life Approaches
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the aims, principles and practice of end of life care
- Be able to apply current legislation and policy in end of life care in order to develop end of life services
- Know different perspectives on death and dying in society
- Understand factors regarding communication for those involved in end of life care
- Be able to interact with individuals using their preferred communication method
- Be able to support the completion and review of an advance care plan
- Be able to support colleagues to respond to individuals experiencing significant life events
2
Step 2 – Assessment, Care Planning and Review
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of advance care planning
- Understand the process of advance care planning
- Understand the effects of symptoms in relation to end of life care
- Be able to assess the spiritual needs of an individual
- Understand considerations for individuals with dementia at end of life
- Understand how to support individuals with dementia affected by pain and distress at end of life
3
Step 3 - Co-ordination of Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to integrate symptom management in the care management process
- Be able to manage symptoms of end of life care
- Understand role of organisations and support services available to individuals and key people in relation to end of life care
- Be able to establish and maintain key partnerships to support end of life care service delivery
- Be able to provide resources to support individuals experiencing significant life events
4
Step 4 – Delivery of High Quality Services in the Care Home
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the aims, principles and policies of end of life care
- Be able to support the delivery of excellence in the end of life care service
- Be able to support the implementation of organisational systems and procedures for those experiencing significant life events
- Be able to provide support to individuals and key people during end of life care
- Understand how to support those involved in end of life care situations
5
Step 5 - Care in the Last Days of Life
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the impact of the last days of life on the individual and others
- Understand how to respond to symptoms in the last days of life
- Be able to support individuals and others during the last days of life
- Be able to respond to changing needs of an individual during the last days of life
- Be able to support individuals' spiritual wellbeing
- Understand the impact of loss and grief on individuals approaching end of life and others
6
Step 6 - Care After Death
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work according to national guidelines, local policies and procedures after the death of the individual
- Understand the impact of the last days of life on the individual and others
- Be able to support others through their experience of loss and grief
- Be able to manage own feelings in relation to loss and grief
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4615/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IAO
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2019