Learning & Development
At Cavalry Healthcare we believe in doing all we can to support our staff to give exceptional care so we offer a range of training courses.
Courses are free for all Cavalry Healthcare staff to attend and we are able to offer clients free places for their staff when they have booked over 100 hours with us. Certificates for courses are issued that can be used as evidence during revalidation.
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Palliative and End of Life Care – An introduction£45
This 2 hour course gives a basic introduction to palliative and end of life care. It covers basic theoretical and practical aspects of palliative care and you’ll have the chance to ask a hospice nurse any specific questions you might have.
Suitable for: HCAs or RNs who might be new to Palliative care or feel like a refresher.
Duration: Half Day
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Enhanced Communication Skills£30
This 2 hour course gives a theoretical background and practical advice on using enhanced communication skills. It particularly focusses on developing self-awareness and negotiating difficult conversations
Suitable for: HCAs or RNs who might not have a communications skills qualification or feel like a refresher.
Duration: 2 hours
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Advance Care Planning£30
Advance care planning is about communicating someone’s wishes for future care. This training covers the principles of the mental capacity act, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Best Interest Meetings and the benefits of Advance Care Planning.
Suitable for: All staff involved in delivering care.
Duration: 2 hours
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Recognising Dying£30
It can be difficult to tell when someone is approaching the end of life, but recognising dying is key to delivering excellent end of life care. This course explains how to recognise that someone is dying and allows participants to ask a hospice nurse any questions they might have.
Suitable for: HCAs and RNs
Duration: 2 hours
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Dignity and the Patient Experience£40
Hear from an expert patient about their journey through the healthcare system and learn how to become dignity champions in your workplace. A great course for reflecting on practice and leaving you re-invigorated to deliver exceptional care!
Suitable for: HCAs or RNs who might be new to Palliative care or feel like a refresher.
Duration: 3 hours
Certificates are issued for these courses that can be counted towards revalidation.