Topic

Introduction to palliative care

Content

An online training program developed to help health professionals who provide palliative care to aged persons in the community.

Eight modules are offered:

1. A palliative approach to care
2. Planning and assessment
3. Providing care to clients and carers
4. Delivering a palliative approach for aged care in the community setting
5. Pain management
6. Recognising deteriorating clients
7. Practicing self-care
    7a - Practicing self-care: a guide for health professionals
    7b - Practicing self-care: a guide for carers and families
8. Caring for diverse populations

    Depth

    Introductory to Intermediate

    Target audience

    Aged and community care workers, carers, volunteers, family members and health professionals who provide palliative care to aged persons in the community

    Authors

    SilverChain, Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association, Just Health Consultants, e3Learning and the Death Talker, Molly Carlile.

    Comments

    An introductory course for everyone with an interest in palliative care. Based on the 'Guidelines for a Palliative Approach for Aged Care in the Community Setting,' the modules will help you develop your skills and confidence to provide palliative care in the Australian context. Step through at your own pace.

    Registration required

    Yes

    Payment required

    No

    Student support

    Yes

    Certificate

    Yes

    Country of origin

    Australia

    Web address

    https://www.pallcaretraining.com.au/

    Last updated 03 May 2023