It is our mission to provide excellent education and training to improve and maintain the knowledge, skills and attitudes of our staff and volunteers. We also offer our training modules to staff external to the Hospice to promote best practice and high-quality palliative and end-of-life care to our local colleagues.
Education & Training
Education and training enables us to enhance and maintain the highest standards of quality directly in patient care and throughout all Hospice departments.
Our courses and workshops are open to a wide range of healthcare professionals and students. We are happy to adapt our existing training to better meet your needs, or to create bespoke training packages if required.
We’re dedicated to improvement
We are pleased to present a range of short courses and workshops designed to meet your developmental needs, both personal and professional. We have a selection of learning opportunities including;
- Clinical courses which are all designed to enhance the skills of healthcare professionals. With the addition of our patient care simulator mannequin we are able to offer practical hands-on training as well as theoretical underpinning knowledge.
- Communication skills relevant across all healthcare specialties, and those particularly important in palliative care.
- Leadership and management skills to help support you wherever you work.
Meet the Education & Training Team
Our dedicated Education and Training Team is made up of our HR Manager, End-of-Life Nurse Educator and our Training Administrator, and between them all there is an extensive range of clinical and workplace skills and knowledge.
Our training facilities
We have a comfortable and spacious training room called The Learning Hub creating a space within the Hospice dedicated to facilitating learning with the latest IT equipment and a small library facility.
Our Clinical Skills Suite is based on the Inpatient Unit, and provides a simulated clinical space to facilitate the development of practical skills and increase competence and confidence in a safe space.
How to book your bespoke course
Take a look at our wide range of courses, or let us know about any bespoke training you would like.
Contact our Education Team on 0161 624 2727 or prospectus@drkh.org.uk
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Oral Care
A comprehensive and interactive exploration of the provision of oral care at the end-of-life.
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Naso-Gastric (NG) Tube Placement & Management for Gastric Drainage
A comprehensive and practical training session exploring the benefits and risks associated with gastric drainage.
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Tracheostomy Care & Management
A comprehensive training session, surrounding a wide variety of skills related to all elements of tracheostomy care.
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Oral & Tracheal Suctioning
An interactive and comprehensive training session, to promote the use of suctioning to aid a patient’s symptoms and comfort, by enhancing practical…
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Nebuliser Therapy
A thorough and informative training session, focusing on the use of nebuliser therapy to improve clinical condition and promote a patient’s comfort.
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Non-Invasive Ventilation
A thorough overview of nursing patients requiring non-invasive ventilation.
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Respiratory Training
A comprehensive training session surrounding a wide variety of skills related to all elements of respiratory care.
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Chest Drain Management
A comprehensive exploration of the placement of chest drains for palliative purposes, including the anatomy and physiology and drain placement.
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Stoma Care
A participatory and comprehensive training session, which explores the anatomy and physiology of the bowel and the different surgeries performed…
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Payment
There is a charge applicable for anyone external to the Hospice. Payment must be received at least 10 days in advance of the course date to confirm the booking.
Cancellation & refunds
We will make every effort to ensure your course is delivered as planned. However, on occasions we may need to cancel a course due to circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to cancel the course date and, in this case, where possible we will advise you of an alternative date as soon as possible.
If you need to cancel a booking
Cancellation fees will be charged at 50% of the course fee if the attendee cancels less than 7 days prior to the course date, unless the place is rebooked for a future date. If the attendee does not attend without cancelling in advance the course fee is non-refundable.
Cancellation fees are not incurred if you contact us to cancel more than 10 days prior to the course. A change of booking name will be accepted at any time prior to the course date and does not incur costs.
Special requirements
If you have any learning, physical or any other needs you feel we should know about, please let us know at the time you make a booking. This information will be kept confidential, in line with GDPR.
Bespoke training
We are able to create/tailor training according to your needs. If you require something particular or partial elements of multiple courses, please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss and we will be happy to assist you further.
Contact our Education Team on 0161 624 2727 or prospectus@drkh.org.uk
Parking
On-site parking is free; however, places are limited. Please remain mindful of the need for availability of parking for our patients and their loved ones and park respectfully of our neighbours off-site.
From the training it was clear to see what a positive and comforting place the Hospice is. The facilitators were fantastic so welcoming, knowledgeable and experienced. I was fully engaged throughout the two-day course and gained so much knowledge to take forwards into my own role.
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