Through this course, any child health and social care personnel can explore barriers to, and skills for improvement of, effective communication in children’s palliative care. Utilising case studies and small group work participants will consider the integration of theory and practical tools required for effective communication.

Suitable for any personnel within the children’s workforce, this introductory course will enable participants to debate the meaning of children’s palliative care and the ways in which it may be provided.

Whilst contextualised to the broader children’s palliative care policy framework, the course simultaneously facilitates multi-disciplinary local networking and recognition of personal responsibilities for children’s palliative care.

The session will invite learners to explore their understanding of Paediatric Palliative Care within personal and professional contexts; drawing upon the work of Stroebe and Parkes; supported by examination of NICE guidance on bereavement Support and ACT Care Pathways. We shall use case material to aid our work through facilitated group discussion and networking.

Symptom Management

Pro-active management of symptoms is essential throughout the trajectory of a child’s illness. With an emphasis upon integrated service delivery and recognition of multi-disciplinary roles and responsibilities, this course uses a case study approach to explore the variety of available tools and strategies to support this vital aspect of our work.