Certificate

2 Days

Palliative Care

Specialize in end-of-life care by learning pain management, emotional support, and ethical caregiving. Prepare for roles in hospice, hospitals, and long-term care facilities.

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Provide Compassionate End-of-Life Care

The Palliative Care program at Western Community College equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support patients and families during end-of-life stages. The curriculum focuses on pain management, emotional support, and ethical considerations, ensuring graduates can provide holistic and compassionate care.

  • Training in pain management, emotional support, and end-of-life care.​
  • Emphasis on communication skills and ethical considerations.​
  • Preparation for roles in hospice care, hospitals, and community settings.​

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Why Study at Western Community College

Western Community College offers students an inclusive and vibrant learning environment, with dedicated support services to ensure your academic success and personal well-being.

  • Installment-based, low tuition fee.
  • Choose weekday, weekend, or evening classes to fit your schedule.
  • Part-time or full-time class schedule.
  • Free CLB preparation classes (*Conditions Apply).

BUILD YOUR HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

Admission Requirements

To enroll in the Palliative Care Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

An applicant must be 19 years old or older, and must have successfully completed the Health Care Assistant, or other health related regulated program.

 

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Course OUtline

Palliative Care Program Highlights

14

Total program
HOURS

99%

STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT RATE

8

CAMPUS LOCATIONS ACROSS BC

97%

Graduate Employment Rate

Fee Structure

Tuition & Financing


We offer competitive tuition rates and flexible financing options to make your education at Western Community College both accessible and affordable.

This program does not require approval by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training. As such, the registrar did not review this program.

Particulars (Expanded View)

Application Fee

$50

Tuition Fee

$175

Particulars (Expanded View)

Application Fee

$50

Tuition Fee

$175

Finance Options Available

Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

BC Student Loan

In-house Financing

Student Line of Credit

Scholarships

Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.

Finance Options

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