NQual
Level 3
QN: 610/5051/9
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NQual Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NQual. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 112 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
NQual
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
112 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Person-centred approach and planning in end of life care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of person-centred care in end of life care settings
- Understand assessment and planning strategies for those in end of life care
- Understand advance care planning
- Understand how to support culture, religion, personal beliefs and preferences in end of life care
- Understand the psychological and emotional responses to bereavement and end of life care
2
Physical and Psychological Needs of Individuals in End of Life Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to recognise and respond to the physical needs of individuals in end of life care
- Understand how to recognise and respond to the psychological and emotional needs of individuals in end of life care
- Understand how to communicate effectively with those in end of life care
3
Principles of end of life care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the definition, principles and approaches of end of life care
- Understand the legal and ethical considerations in end of life care
- Know the services available to those in end of life care and their families and/or caregivers
4
Providing compassionate care and bereavement support
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to recognise and offer support in the final hours of life
- Understand how to facilitate postmortem care ensuring dignity and respect
- Understand the process of grief and loss and how to offer support following bereavement
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5051/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NQual
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2025