End of life qualifications mapping to E:ELCA modules
EOL 301– Level 3 Award/Certificate Component - Understand how to provide support when working in end of life care.
Before utilising the e-learning sessions it is recommended that the session Introduction to e-learning for End of Life Care (e-ELCA) 00_01 is undertaken.
Note: The usefulness of the sessions will be dependent on the level of prior knowledge and competence of the learner.
Learning outcome / Assessment criteria / Module / Ref no. / Session / Specific1. Understand current approaches to end of life care / 1.1 Analyse the impact of national and local drivers on current approaches to end of life care / Introduction
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
Communication
Social Care
Social Care / 00_02
01_01
01_07
03_21
06_01
06_02 / Relationship between palliative and end of life care
Introduction to principles of advance care planning
Mental Capacity Act: aims and principles
Legal and ethical issues embedded in communication
Supporting people to live and die well
Palliative care social work
1.2 Evaluate how a range of tools for end of life care can support the individual and others / Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Assessment
Integrating Learning / 01_04
02_01
02_19
05_22 / ACP in practice: using end of life care tools
Introduction to the principles of assessment in end of life care Part 1
Uses and limitations of assessment tools
Using the NHS Continuing Healthcare Fast Track Pathway Tool
1.3 Analyse the stages of the local end of life care pathway / Assessment
Social Care
Social Care / 02_01
06_03
06_04 / Introduction to principles of assessment in end of life care Part 1
Assessment in end of life care
Support and care planning at end of life
2. Understand an individual’s response to their anticipated death / 2.1 Evaluate models of loss and grief / Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Communication
Bereavement
Spirituality / 01_02
02_08
03_29
07_01
08_03 / Cultural and spiritual considerations in ACP
Context of assessment: cultural and language issues
‘Why me?’ – discussing spiritual distress
Talking about death and dying
Spiritual care and the models of spiritual intervention
2.2 Describe how to support the individual throughout each stage of grief / Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Communication
Symptom Management
Social Care
Spirituality / 01_02
01_13
02_05
03_03
04_26
06_01
08_02 / Cultural and spiritual considerations in ACP
How to handle patients’ questions and concerns
Assessment of psychological well-being
Communicating with ill people
Managing distress during the dying phase
Supporting people to live and die well
Understanding and assessing spiritual need and spiritual distress
2.3 Explain the need to explore with each individual their own specific areas of concern as they face death / Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Symptom Management
Integrating Learning / 01_02
01_05
02_16
04_04
05_01 to
05_09 / Cultural and Spiritual considerations in ACP
Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment principles
Identifying the patient’s goals and priorities
Individual preferences and cultural influences on symptom management
These sessions cover condition specific scenarios and case studies that may be useful
2.4 Describe how an individual’s awareness of spirituality may change as they approach end of life / Assessment
Spirituality
Spirituality
Spirituality / 02_07
08_01
08_02
08_03 / Assessment of spiritual well being
Spirituality and the philosophy of end of life care
Understanding and assessing spiritual need and spiritual distress
Spiritual care and the models of spiritual intervention
3. Understand factors regarding communication for those involved in end of life care / 3.1 Explain the principles of effective listening and information giving, including the importance of picking up on cues and non-verbal communication / Communication
Communication
Communication
Communication
Communication / 03_01
03_02
03_09
03_14
03_15 to
03_18 / The importance of good communication
Principles of communication
Skills which facilitate good communication
Information giving
These sessions cover communication with differing groups that may be useful
3.2 Explain how personal experiences of death and dying may affect capacity to listen and respond appropriately / Advance Care Planning
Communication
Communication
Bereavement / 01_02
03_05
03_07
07_01 / Cultural and spiritual considerations in ACP
Culture and language in communication
Self-awareness in communication
Talking about death and dying
3.3 Give examples of internal and external coping strategies for individuals and others when facing death and dying / Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Communication
Symptom Management / 01_02
01_13
02_08
03_08
04_06 / Cultural and spiritual considerations in ACP
How to handle patients’ questions and concerns
Context of assessment: cultural and language issues
Understanding and using empathy
Recognising your own limitations in symptom management
3.4 Explain the importance of ensuring effective channels of communication are in place with others / Advance Care Planning
Assessment
Communication / 01_14
02_17
03_11 to
03_14 / How to document conversations about advance care planning
Documentation, communication and coordination
These sessions cover modes of communication that may be useful
4. Understand how to support those involved in end of life care situations / 4.1 Describe possible emotional effects on staff working in end of life care situations / Communication
Communication
Communication
Symptom Management
Bereavement / 03_06
03_26
03_35
04_06
07_01 / Communication skills for administrative staff, volunteers and other non-clinical workers
‘What will it be like?’ – talking about the dying process
Challenging communication with colleagues
Recognising your own limitations in symptom management
Talking about death and dying
4.2 Evaluate possible sources of support for a staff in end of life situations / Not specifically covered in e-ELCA
4.3 Identify areas in group care situations where others may need support in end of life care situations / Integrating Learning
Integrating Learning
Social Care / 05_15
05_16
06_06 / Dying as a prisoner
Dying as a homeless person
End of life care in care homes and domiciliary care settings
4.4 Outline sources of emotional support for others in end of life care situations / Assessment
Assessment
Communication
Communication
Symptom management
Bereavement
Bereavement
Spirituality
Spirituality / 02_09
02_10
03_18
03_34
04_26
07_02
07_06
08_04
08_06 / Bereavement assessment and support
Carer assessment and support
Communicating with children and young people
Dealing with challenging relatives
Managing distress during the dying phase
Assessment of carers needs
Children and bereavement
Spiritual resources and quality of life
Spirituality in the community
5. Understand how symptoms might be identified in end of life care / 5.1 Identify a range of symptoms that may be related to an individual’s condition, pre-existing conditions and treatment itself / Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management / 04_01
04_05
04_07 to
04_19
04_29
04_30 / General approach to assessment of symptoms
Influence of transition points and crises on decision making in symptom management
These sessions cover a wide range of symptoms and their management that may be useful
Symptom management in people with learning difficulties or mental health problems
Symptom management complicated by coexisting conditions
5.2 Describe how symptoms can cause an individual and others distress and discomfort / Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Symptom Management
Integrating Learning / 04_20 to
04_21
04_24
04_25
04_26
04_37
05_11 / These sessions cover emergencies relating to bleeding and seizures
Managing death rattle
Managing agitation and restlessness in the dying phase
Managing distress during the dying phase
Assessment and management of weight loss and loss of appetite
Scenario: terminal agitation – patient in a care home
5.3 Describe signs of approaching death / Assessment
Symptom Management / 02_14
04_24 / Assessment of dying phase and after-death
Recognising the dying phase, last days of life and verifying death
5.4 Identify different techniques for relieving symptoms / Symptom management / 04_07 to
04_19
04_31
04_36 to
04_41 / These sessions cover a wide range of symptoms and their management that may be useful
Management of symptoms associated with wounds
These sessions cover the management of symptoms of advanced illness that may be useful
6. Understand advance care planning / 6.1 Explain the difference between a care or support plan and an advance care plan / Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning / 01_01
01_03 / Introduction to principles of ACP
Benefits and risks of ACP to patients, families and staff
6.2 Identify where to find additional information about advance care planning / Advance Care Planning / 01_04 / ACP in practice: using end of life care tools
6.3 Describe own role in advance care planning / Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning / 01_11
01_12
01_18 / Introduction to conducting conversations about advance care planning
How to get started and get the timing right
Developing your practice in ACP, clinical supervision, further reading
6.4 Explain why, with their consent, it is important to pass on information about the individual’s wishes, needs, and preferences for their end of life care / Advance care planning
Communication / 01_14
03_21 / How to document conversations about advance care planning
Legal and ethical issues embedded in communication