Dedicated to the well-being of all people and guided by science, the World Health Organization leads and champions global efforts to give everyone, everywhere an equal chance to live a healthy life and a comfortable death.
By discussing dying and death, and understanding the issues in areas like disease management, physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and end-of-life care, formal caregivers are prepared to apply strategies that can enhance the experiences of those facing life-threatening illnesses.
Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE) Program
Designed to align with the Model to Guide Hospice Palliative Care: Based on National Principles and Norms of Practice and The Ontario Palliative Care Competency Framework.
Essential Pain Management (EPM) Program
Focuses on Pharmacological Management of Pain. Pain assessment and management are essential skills for nurses in any setting. EPM aims to equip nurses with foundational knowledge and skills for pain management, applying a palliative care approach in practice.
Advanced Palliative Practice Skills (APPS) Program
An educational opportunity for Personal Support Workers (PSWs), Health Care Aides and Hospice Volunteers who are graduates of the Core Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care Program and who are currently working or volunteering in palliative care.
Learning Essential Approaches in Palliative Care (LEAP) Program
Offers courses designed to equip healthcare professionals with essential skills for effective palliative care. Created by Pallium Canada, these courses focus on communication, symptom management, ethical decision-making, and support for patients and families dealing with life-limiting illnesses.
