Palliative Care Communications

This course will focus on communication with individuals with a life-limiting illness, their families and significant others. Topics include: basic process and steps of effective communication, factors influencing personal and cultural attitudes in communication, identifying basic verbal and non-verbal communication, self-care for palliative care providers, and identifying challenges and facilitators to effective communication in palliative care.

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 04

    Reference number
    CRN 30567
    Course fee$251.60

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    SEP 08-DEC 01

    Reference number
    CRN 11399
    Course fee$251.60

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.