Do you ever ask yourself… “Did I handle that conversation as well as I might have?”

This well established and highly regarded module supports all health & social care professionals to address the challenges they face when communicating with individuals & families experiencing life limiting illness.

Relevant theoretical frameworks are used to inform communication skills practice and development, in a supportive & enabling learning environment.

“Fantastic, really enjoyed it, has given me lots to think about”

“The assignment is an excellent way of looking at own practice”

Venue and dates for academic year 2008-2009

St Peter’s Hospice, Brentry, Bristol

2nd October 2008—20th November 2008
(Every Thursday for 8 weeks between 9.30am—4.30pm)

12th May 2009—30th June 2009
(Every Tuesday for 8 weeks between 9.30am—4.30pm)

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For detailed information and/or a discussion, please contact a member of the education team;

St Peter’s Hospice
Charlton Road
Brentry
Bristol
BS10 6NL

Tel:  0117 9159465
Fax: 0117 9159473

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End of Life Care - Do you wish to extend your knowledge And skills in this area?

This highly regarded level 2 module provides an opportunity for practitioners of all disciplines, (including qualified staff and those in supportive/Assistant Practitioner roles) working in a wide range of settings, to develop their knowledge and understanding regarding the principles of Palliative Care.

The module requires students to consider how these principles apply to individuals and their families affected by life imiting illness, within the students own work setting.

The major themes (physical, psychological, social and spiritual care) running through the programme will encourage exploration and discussion, for students wishing to enhance their care of dying people and their families.

"This course has helped me realise there is a lot I can do to help care for someone at the end of their life”

“I feel a lot more confident talking with dying people about what’s happening to them”

Venue and dates for academic year 2008-2009

Prospect Hospice, Swindon

Tuesdays between 9.30am-4.30pm
September 23rd, 30th, October 7th, 14th, 21st 
November 4th, 11th & 18th

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For detailed information and/or a discussion, please contact a member of the education team;

St Peter’s Hospice
Charlton Road
Brentry
Bristol
BS10 6NL

Tel:  0117 9159465
Fax: 0117 9159473

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End of Life Care - Do you wish to extend your knowledge and skills in this area?

This well established module is appropriate for all health & social care practitioners, working with individuals and families affected by life limiting illness.

The programme is underpinned by the universally accepted principles of palliative care.  Students are encouraged to consider how these principles apply to dying people and their families in their own work settings.  All this happens in a supportive and friendly learning environment.

“Fantastic, really enjoyed it, has given me lots to think about”

“The assignment is an excellent way of looking at own practice”

Venue and dates for academic year 2008-2009

St Peter’s Hospice, Brentry, Bristol

22nd September 2008—8th December 2008 
(Every Monday for 12 weeks, between 9.30am—3.00pm)

22nd January 2009—9th April 2009 
(Every Thursday for 12 weeks between 9.30am—3.00pm)

Hartpury College, Gloucester

21st April 2009—7th July 2009
(Every Tuesday for 12 weeks, between 9.30am—3.00pm)

Download a promotional flyer here 

For detailed information and/or a discussion, please contact a member of the education team;

St Peter’s Hospice
Charlton Road
Brentry
Bristol
BS10 6NL

Tel:  0117 9159465
Fax: 0117 9159473

E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it