Palliative Care Courses

Essentials of Palliative Care

101 ratings at Coursera

Palliative care can help ease suffering and improve wellbeing in people living with serious illnesses such as cancer. Palliative Care Always is an online, case-based course for health care practitioners who work in cancer care.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

What is Palliative Care?

304 ratings at Coursera

Explore suffering, communication, self-awareness, and whole-person assessment in palliative care. Learn skills to support patients with serious illnesses and their families, improving quality of life and treatment outcomes.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

194 ratings at Coursera

Develop a systems approach for assessing and managing pain in palliative care, covering assessment basics, integrative therapies, and pharmacological strategies including opioids and non-opioids.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Palliative Care Capstone Projects

42 ratings at Coursera

Practical application of palliative care skills through five real-world assignments, including pain assessment, symptom evaluation, and advance care planning discussions with individuals facing serious illness.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Palliative Care for Patients with Heart and Lung Disease

15 ratings

Explore palliative care for heart and lung disease patients, focusing on improving quality of life, managing symptoms, and navigating complex medical decisions.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Career Certificate

Palliative Care Always

167 ratings at Coursera

Develop primary palliative care skills to improve quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. Learn symptom management, goal-setting, and effective communication for diverse patient needs.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Palliative Care Always Capstone Course

35 ratings at Coursera

Develop skills to advocate for palliative care, promote wellness, enhance virtual communication, and provide psychosocial support in end-of-life care settings.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Symptom Management in Palliative Care

36 ratings at Coursera

Learn to assess and manage physical and psychological symptoms in palliative care, including pain, nausea, fatigue, and distress. Develop skills for effective symptom screening and treatment to improve patient quality of life.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

An Introduction to Palliative Care

3 ratings

Explore palliative care's impact through expert insights, patient stories, and practical advice. Learn when and how this holistic approach can enhance quality of life for patients and families.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Everything You Want to Know About Palliative Care

1 rating

Comprehensive overview of palliative care from multidisciplinary experts, exploring how it improves quality of life for those with serious illnesses by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

An Introduction to Palliative Care for the South Asian Community

Explore palliative care's benefits for South Asian communities, including its definition, providers, and impact on quality of life for those with serious illnesses and their loved ones.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Living Your Best Life - How Palliative Care Can Improve Your Quality of Life

Discover holistic approaches to manage illness impacts and enhance well-being. Learn about palliative care's role in providing support and improving quality of life during challenging health journeys.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Everything You Want to Know About Palliative Care

Multidisciplinary panel explains palliative care's role in improving quality of life for those with difficult illnesses, covering team roles and holistic patient care approaches.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Living Your Best Life - How Palliative Care Can Improve Quality of Life

Discover how palliative care enhances quality of life for those with serious illnesses, focusing on symptom relief, stress reduction, and whole-person care alongside other medical treatments.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Living Well With a Serious Illness - Introduction to Palliative Care and Hospice

Explore palliative care and hospice services, understanding their differences and benefits for individuals with serious illnesses. Learn how these programs enhance quality of life through comprehensive care.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video