Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care
Allied Health
A course by
University of Canterbury
The UC Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care develops skills and holistic knowledge for health practitioners supporting individuals and families facing life-limiting conditions.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
University of Canterbury, Christchurch
It will take a total of 2 years
Core skills this course teaches
Professional practice improvement
Enhance professional practice by integrating research and advanced knowledge in palliative care frameworks.
Holistic palliative care expertise
Develop an understanding of holistic approaches to assessment, planning, and implementation in palliative care.
Patient and family care planning
Build skills to assess and address the needs of patients, families, and whānau living with life-limiting conditions.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care at the University of Canterbury is designed for health practitioners seeking to advance their skills and understanding in the holistic care of patients and families living with life-limiting conditions. The programme focuses on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of palliative care in various professional contexts. It also introduces palliative care as a research field and enables students to improve their professional practice, critical understanding, and contribution to the healthcare workforce.
Course Content
- HLTH448 The Foundation of Hospice Palliative Care
- HLTH449 Praxis in Hospice Palliative Care
What you need to know first
A relevant degree in health sciences or a related field from a New Zealand tertiary educational institution
An appropriate health or allied professional qualification with at least three years equivalent full-time tertiary study
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health
Palliative Care
Hospice Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Health practitioner (specialising in palliative care)
Roles in health-related fields, social services
Positions in local or central government related to health policy