ICTQual Level 3 Award in End-of-Life and Palliative Care

This qualification is designed to build foundational competence in palliative and end-of-life care within health and social care settings, aligned with ICTQual AB standards.

• Level 3 regulated qualification

• Focus on compassionate end-of-life care practice

• Developed for healthcare and social care professionals

• Includes communication and ethical care principles

• Supports workplace application and patient-centred care

• Progression to advanced health and social care study

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in End-of-Life and Palliative Care is designed to provide learners with a structured understanding of how to support individuals with life-limiting conditions. It focuses on dignity, comfort, emotional wellbeing, and holistic care approaches in line with recognised health and social care principles.

• Understand principles of end-of-life and palliative care

• Provide person-centred emotional and physical support

• Communicate effectively with patients and families

• Apply ethical and legal considerations in care practice

• Support dignity, comfort, and quality of life

• Work effectively within multidisciplinary care teams

This course develops essential knowledge and practical understanding required to deliver compassionate end-of-life care in professional settings.

• Understand principles of palliative and end-of-life care

• Support individuals with life-limiting conditions

• Communicate sensitively with patients and families

• Apply person-centred care approaches in practice

• Recognise emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of patients

• Follow ethical and professional care standards

This qualification is intended for individuals working or planning to work in healthcare and social care environments where end-of-life support is provided.

• Healthcare assistants and support workers

• Care home staff and domiciliary carers

• Nursing assistants and junior healthcare staff

• Social care and community support workers

• Individuals entering the health and social care sector

• Professionals seeking palliative care knowledge enhancement

This qualification is accessible to learners with an interest in health and social care and does not require advanced prior qualifications.

• Minimum age requirement may apply depending on centre policies

• Basic literacy and communication skills in English

This qualification is typically assessed through structured methods designed to evaluate knowledge and understanding of care principles.

• Written assignments

• Knowledge-based assessments

• Case study evaluations

• Practical workplace evidence (where applicable)

This qualification provides a foundation for further study and career development in health and social care sectors, particularly in palliative and specialist care roles.

• ICTQual Level 4 Health and Social Care qualifications

• Specialist palliative and end-of-life care training

• Advanced care support roles in healthcare settings

• Progression into supervisory care roles