# Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care with Professional Certificate in End of Life Care

> Specialize with our integrated Professional Certificate in End of Life Care. Gain profound knowledge in compassionate support, dignity, and pain management for individuals and families. This comprehensive health and social care training builds both competence and confidence.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/level-3-foundation-diploma-in-health-and-social-care-with-professional-certificate-in-end-of-life-care/532
- Provider: [HealthCareCourses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/healthcarecourses)
- Price: £1,050, buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care with Professional Certificate in End of Life Care (Ofqual 603/6776/3)
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Health, Safety & Care](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-safety-and-care), [Health and Social Care](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-and-social-care)
- Last updated: 2026-11-11

## Description

Specialize with our integrated **Professional Certificate in End of Life Care**. Gain profound knowledge in **compassionate support**, dignity, and pain management for individuals and families. This comprehensive **health and social care** training builds both competence and confidence.

Are you ready to make a profound difference? Discover more about this transformative qualification today.

**About this course**

Embark on the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care with a specialized Professional Certificate in End of Life Care. This comprehensive program equips you with the essential skills and sensitive knowledge to provide compassionate support to individuals and their families. You'll master vital communication techniques and pain management strategies, enhancing your professional competency. This Level 3 Foundation Diploma opens doors to rewarding roles like Senior Care Worker or Palliative Care Assistant. Stand out in the healthcare sector with this unique qualification, making a profound difference during life's most challenging transitions through dedicated end of life care.

**Benefits of this qualification**

The Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care with Professional Certificate in End of Life Care is critically significant in today's market, directly addressing the escalating need for skilled professionals. With an ageing population, the UK sees approximately 600,000 deaths annually, a number projected to rise significantly. This creates a substantial demand for compassionate and qualified individuals in health and social care roles. This combined qualification provides a robust foundation in core care principles while delivering specialised expertise in end of life care, a sector where an estimated 375,000 people require palliative support each year. For learners and professionals, this represents a powerful career differentiator, equipping them with the nuanced skills to provide dignity, comfort, and holistic support. It meets a clear industry need, enhancing employability in hospices, care homes, and community support services, ultimately improving the quality of care for individuals and their families during life's most challenging transition.

## Curriculum

- Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker
- Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care
- Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care
- Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings
- Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings
- Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings

## Who is this course for?

This programme is specifically designed for compassionate individuals seeking to build a meaningful career in UK health and social care, particularly those drawn to providing exceptional end of life care. Career Changers & New Starters If you're looking for a deeply rewarding new career path and want to enter the sector with a highly respected, specialised qualification, this is your starting point. No prior experience is needed, just a genuine desire to support others during life's most challenging transitions. Existing Care Assistants & Support Workers Are you already working in a care home, domiciliary care, or a hospital setting? This course will build on your practical experience, formalise your knowledge, and equip you with the advanced skills needed for palliative and end of life care, helping you progress into senior support roles. Those Seeking Specialisation With an ageing UK population where over 500,000 people die each year, the demand for skilled professionals in end of life care has never been greater. This course is ideal for those who feel a calling to provide dignity, comfort, and expert support in hospice, community, or private home settings. Volunteers & Family Carers If you currently volunteer for a charity like Macmillan or Marie Curie, or provide unpaid care for a loved one, this programme will give you the formal recognition and confidence to provide even better care or transition into a paid role within the health and social care sector.

## Entry requirements

OTHM offers this qualification from age 16. The centre checks that a learner can meet the assessment criteria before registration.

## Certificates

OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma awarded by OTHM (Ofqual qualification no. 603/6776/3)

## Career path

Palliative Care Nurse: A vital role providing expert symptom management and compassionate care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses, ensuring comfort and dignity. Senior Care Worker: Leads teams in delivering high-quality end of life care, coordinating support plans and mentoring junior staff in complex care environments. Healthcare Assistant: Provides essential daily personal care and emotional support to patients and their families, a cornerstone of effective health and social care teams. Support Worker: Empowers individuals to maintain independence and quality of life, offering practical and emotional assistance through challenging times. Bereavement Counsellor: Offers specialised psychological support and guidance to families and loved ones, a critical component of holistic end of life care services.

## Funding

Monthly (9 months): 5 × £210 = £1,050; Quarterly (9 months): 2 × £525 = £1,050; Pay in full (9 months): 1 × £997.50 = £997.50; Monthly (6 months): 3 × £450 = £1,350; Pay in full (6 months): 1 × £1,282.50 = £1,282.50. Pay-in-full prices include a 5% bursary. All plans are interest-free with no credit check.