Certificate in the Principles of End-of-Life Care Level 3

Want to develop advanced knowledge and skills to support individuals approaching the end of life?

Our NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End-of-Life Care builds on Level 2 learning with a deeper exploration of care planning, communication, ethical issues, and the holistic needs of individuals and families. You’ll learn how to provide compassionate, person-centred support in line with best practice.

This qualification is ideal for those already working in health and social care who want to progress into specialist end-of-life roles, or for anyone seeking to broaden their professional knowledge in this sensitive and vital area of care.

What will you learn?

Course title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End-of-Life Care

Course ref: 610/2967/1

This qualification helps you:

• Define end-of-life care and its importance in healthcare settings
• Explore and respond to common questions and themes related to end-of-life care
• Identify and describe a range of approaches to providing end-of-life care
• Demonstrate understanding of how to support an individual’s familial, spiritual, social, and emotional needs
• Recognise the role of the care worker in supporting individuals and families through issues of death and bereavement
• Apply knowledge of end-of-life care in vocational and palliative care contexts within the healthcare sector

Your course is divided into manageable units:

• Unit 1: Understanding end-of-life care
• Unit 2: Communication during end-of-life care
• Unit 3: Assessment and care planning in end-of-life care
• Unit 4: Person-centred approaches to end-of-life care
• Unit 5: Care during the final hours of life and bereavement care

No exams required you’ll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why learn with us?

• Flexible online learning – study anywhere, anytime, and fit learning around your lifestyle.
• Maximise learning & development budgets – employers can improve retention, morale, and CPD outcomes.
• 80% achievement rate – achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE qualification.
• Dedicated tutor support – expert guidance every step of the way.
• Achieve in as little as 15-25 weeks - by committing 5–10 hours per week.

What our learners say

“I have found that I know how to listen more deeply and effectively in both my job role as a support worker and my life in general / personal life.’’ Online Course Learner

Where could this qualification lead?

Successful learners often progress to:

• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care

This course is also a great step toward careers in:

• Palliative Care Assistant
• Senior Healthcare Assistant
• Support Worker
• Hospice Care Worker
• Community Care Worker
• Volunteer Roles (e.g. charities, hospice volunteer, care home volunteer or home support volunteer)

Course Requirements

This course requires a basic level of English and Mathematics proficiency. By purchasing this course, you confirm that you meet these requirements.

Proof of Identification: Our operations team will contact you directly to request a copy of your identification for the purpose of registering you with the awarding body.