Palliative care Courses and Certifications

Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

88 ratings at Coursera

Explore emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of serious illnesses. Learn to support patients and families, recognize depression, manage anxiety, and facilitate advance care planning and decision-making.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

181 ratings at Coursera

Develop a systems approach for assessing and managing pain in palliative care, covering assessment basics, integrative therapies, and pharmacological strategies including opioids and non-opioids.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

1 review

Aprenda a brindar apoyo integral a personas con enfermedades graves, abordando el sufrimiento físico, psicológico, social y espiritual para mejorar su calidad de vida más allá del cuidado de hospicio.

• Coursera
• 30 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

Palliative Care Capstone Projects

32 ratings at Coursera

Practical application of palliative care skills through five real-world assignments, including pain assessment, symptom evaluation, and advance care planning discussions with individuals facing serious illness.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Living Well With a Serious Illness - Introduction to Palliative Care and Hospice

Explore palliative care and hospice services, understanding their differences and benefits for individuals with serious illnesses. Learn how these programs enhance quality of life through comprehensive care.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Microcredential

End of Life Challenges and Palliative Care

Explore critical perspectives on dying, death, and grief to develop your professional practice or reflect on personal experience.

• FutureLearn
• 10 weeks, 10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Dying Well: The Role of Palliative Care and Sedation in End of Life Care

Improve your care as a healthcare professional or family caregiver with palliative treatment and sedation best practices.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Foundation Certificate In Palliative Care - 1

Gain insights into holistic palliative care practices, from pain management to psychological support, preparing you to enhance quality of life for patients at various disease stages.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

University Of The West Indies

Key Principles of Palliative Care

19 ratings at FutureLearn

Learn about the fundamentals of palliative care and implement your knowledge and skills to improve the lives of your patients.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Basic Certificate in Palliative Care - 2

Master comprehensive palliative care principles, from pain management to psychosocial support. Develop practical skills for providing compassionate end-of-life care, including medication administration, symptom management, and ethical considerations.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Certificate in Integrative Palliative Care - 3

Explore holistic palliative care through complementary therapies like naturopathy, yoga, energy healing, and aromatherapy. Master integrative approaches to enhance patient well-being and quality of life.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Suan Dusit University

การดูแลแบบประคับประคอง | Palliative care

เรียนรู้การดูแลผู้ป่วยระยะสุดท้ายแบบองค์รวม เพื่อพัฒนาคุณภาพชีวิตผู้ป่วยในทุกมิติ ทั้งร่างกาย จิตใจ สังคม และจิตวิญญาณ

• ThaiMOOC
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Palliative Care Isn't for Everyone - But More Than You Think

Explore palliative care's broader applicability, goals, and future. Learn about guidelines, patient stories, and practical aspects like hospice referrals and medical power of attorney.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OPENPediatrics

Palliative Pain and Symptom Management

Comprehensive guide to assessing and managing pain and other symptoms in palliative care, covering assessment techniques, treatment options, and practical case examples for healthcare professionals.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OPENPediatrics

Palliative Care Clinical Vignette

Actors demonstrate challenges and approaches in palliative care through clinical scenarios, focusing on advanced care conversations, planning, and patient interviews.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video