COURSE 7.00 CEUs
End-of-Life, Palliative, and Hospice Care
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COURSE 7.00 CEUs

End-of-Life, Palliative, and Hospice Care

Nationally Accepted
CE Credits Available
Regulatory approved and accredited

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this continuing education course, you will have increased your knowledge of end-of-life care. Specific learning objectives to address potential learning gaps include:


Learntastic Discuss the need for end-of-life care in the United States.


Learntastic Differentiate between palliative care and hospice care.


Learntastic Explain legal and ethical principles in end-of-life care.


Learntastic Discuss the essential elements of effective communication with patient and family.


Learntastic List pain management interventions for the dying patient.


Learntastic Identify the psychosocial and support needs of the patient and family.


Learntastic Describe the end-of-life care needs of special populations.


Learntastic Explain the care of the patient just prior to and following their death.


Course Description

This palliative care continuing education course includes information on hospice, postmortem care, and bereavement. Guide and support your terminal patient and their family; covers pain management and ethical, legal, and psychosocial issues.

Regulations/Board Approvals

Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc., is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #12300.

End-of-Life, Palliative, and Hospice Care Course - Overview

Every moment matters in end-of-life care. Our Palliative Care course educates participants with the knowledge and skills to support patients and families with confidence. This course teaches effective communication strategies to provide empathy and care to patients and their loved ones.

Course Curriculum 

Our End-of-Life course equips with the essential skills to provide effective care:

The Value of End-of-Life Care

Discover the importance of end-of-life care in the United States.

Palliative vs. Hospice Care

Know the difference between palliative and hospice care.

Legal and Ethical Principles

Understand the ethical and legal considerations in end-of-life care.

Communication with Empathy

Develop skills to communicate effectively and support families.

Pain Management Options

Explore strategies such as medication management, comfort positioning, and relaxation techniques for managing pain in dying patients.

Psychosocial and Support Needs

Recognize the emotional and social needs of patients.

Care for Special Populations

Understand the unique needs of diverse patient groups at the end of life.

Final Stages of Care

Learn more about compassionate care, symptom management, and family support at end-of-life.

Benefits of the Course 

Get the skills and confidence to provide effective end-of-life care to the patients:

Improved Patient Comfort

Use effective strategies such as relaxation techniques to manage pain.

Caregiver Confidence

Support patients and families with dignity, empathy, and skill.

Stronger Communication

Master communication in sensitive situations.

Ethical and Legal Preparedness

Understand the guiding principles of patient care and decision-making.

Real-World Applications

Learn with practical scenarios to apply in real-world problems.

Why Choose LearnTastic As Your End-of-Life Care Training Provider?

Improve your learning experience with LearnTastic End-of-Life Care Training:

Earn CE Credits

Gain 7 Continuing Education (CE) credits on course completion.

Expert-Led Content

Developed by professionals with expertise in end-of-life care.

Nationally Accepted

Recognized nationally across industries and meets widely accepted standards.

Flexible Online Learning

Study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere, on any device.

Instant Certification

Receive your certificate instantly after passing the exam and paying a fee.

Who Should Enroll for This Training

Our End of Life Care Course is designed for professionals involved in providing care to patients at the end of their life, including:


  • Family caregivers

  • Unlicensed caregivers

  • Direct care workers (home care & assisted living)

  • Nursing staff & allied health professionals

  • Healthcare administrators & support staff

Corporate Benefits 

Our End-of-Life Care Course effectively meets group training needs with a scalable and trackable solution. 

Why Choose Our Corporate Training?

  • Discounts for a team of 5 or more. 

  • Dedicated account manager. 

  • Single dashboard to track team progress.

  • Consistent training across departments. 

  • Flexible completion timelines.

Accredited and Approved Nationwide High-Quality CEU Courses since 1998.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What qualifications do I need to do end-of-life care course?

    Basic caregiver training or healthcare experience is required to enroll in the End of Life Care Course, while some roles require certification.

  • How to become an end-of-life caregiver?

    To become an end-of-life caregiver, you must complete caregiver or hospice training and gain experience.

  • What are the 4 pillars of end of end-of-life care?

    The 4 core pillars of end-of-life care are physical, emotional, social, and spiritual support.

  • What is an end-of-life course?

    It is a training program that teaches skills to provide care to patients in their final stages of life.

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