Category Archives: Courses & Training
Thinking about study next year…..
Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care Multidisciplinary Palliative Care Short Courses Certificate IV in Bereavement Support12 months online learning $3,600 Next intake March 2019 Grad Cert in Bereavement Counselling and Intervention11 months blended mode of delivery $6,800 Next intake February 2019
The Certificate IV in Bereavement Support
The Certificate IV in Bereavement Support is an online professional development program that provides participants with the knowledge and confidence to support individuals in the workplace who are experiencing loss, grief and bereavement. With 11 core units, completed over 12 months, the Certificate IV in Bereavement Support offers a holistic … Read more
Lung Foundation Australia: COPD X Plan
The COPD-X Plan is the Australian and New Zealand online management guidelines for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It has been developed jointly by The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand and the Lung Foundation. It is written as a decision support aid primarily for general practitioners and other primary health … Read more
Nurses Memorial Centre Scholarships
This year the NMC have five scholarships available for nurses and midwives undertaking postgraduate study at an Australian University in 2019. Applications open 1 July, closing on 31 August 2018. For further information or to apply online visit the NMC website.
Professional Development Course – Psychosocial Aspects of Palliative Care
Do you currently care for people with life limiting illness and their families? Would you like to improve your skills and knowledge to better meet the needs of adults with life-limiting illness including cancer and chronic diseases? For more information visit our website
Dying2Learn MOOC – register now
A place to start the conversation Dying2Learn is a FREE Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that aims to provide all Australians the opportunity to learn and talk about death, dying, and palliative care. It is a place for you to learn, overcome the uneasiness in talking about dying and death, … Read more
PEPA is back for 2017 – 2020
Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach The Centre for Palliative Care is delighted to announce the continuation of the Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach, affectionately known as PEPA. PEPA can assist with clinical placements in specialist palliative care services and deliver structured palliative care workshops to single … Read more
Dementia Essentials 3 day Workshops
Develop a comprehensive knowledge of dementia incorporating therapeutic communication techniques, person centred care and how to develop practical strategies to respond to behaviours that require intervention. Presented by Dementia Australia Parkville – Thursday 3, 10 & 17 May Dandenong – Thursday 24, 31 May & 7 June Watsonia – Wednesday … Read more
Understanding Dementia MOOC
Understanding Dementia is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), offering university-quality education about the latest in dementia research and care. This free course provides an opportunity to engage with the perspectives of an international community, without requiring exams or assignments. Understanding Dementia is designed to be accessible and appealing to … Read more
Introduction to Palliative Care for RNs (Div 1 & 2)
This course explores the comprehensive needs of people who are dying and their families and includes an overview of common issues facing professional carers. The 2-day course is relevant to care in all settings. An optional additional 1 or 2 days are offered, one of which is spent observing home … Read more