Fundamentals of Palliative Care - Ngā Tūāpapa o te Pairuri Tāngata
The Fundamentals of Palliative Care is a blended learning programme designed to equip healthcare workers with essential knowledge and skills to provide compassionate care to patients in the last stages of life.
This is a blended learning programme divided into an online component and a face-to-face workshop.
Programme Structure
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Online Component
Access the free online portion through the Hospice NZ website under the Education tab for more information. -
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Onsite Workshop
Split into four parts, the in-person workshops are held at the Tōtara Hospice Conference Centre. Each day consists of hour-long sessions delivered by our Clinical Education Team. -
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Flexibility
You do not have to attend all four days; you can attend any combination of days that suit you. This course is run three times a year.
Course Insights
Fundamentals of Palliative Care
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Day 1Essence of palliative care | Catastrophic bleed | MSCC and seizures | Living well | Communication
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Day 2Long-term Conditions | Ethics Grief and Loss | Pharmacology & Symptom management | Dementia
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Day 3Palliative Outcomes Initiative | Palliative Rehabilitation | Oncology | Heart Failure | Cultural Responsiveness
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Day 4Hypercalcaemia | SVCO | Spirituality | Assisted dying
2025 Training Dates for Fundamentals of Palliative Care
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Course Cost and Inclusions
The total cost for the four-day training is $160. While bookings cover all four days, you have the flexibility to attend the sessions across different cohorts to suit your schedule.
What's included:
Tea and coffee will be provided during the course.
Aroha Eatery is conveniently located onsite, offering a variety of lunch options available for purchase.
Ready to Join? Register Now!
Secure your spot in our Fundamentals of Palliative Care course. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge.