Palliative approach skill set

Course Code: CHCSS00137

This skill set is for people working in various care and support roles in the community services industry who wish to develop skills in supporting people who require palliative care. This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in an area involving provision of direct client care or support.


Modes of Study

  • Online night class

    One night online per week in a live classroom on Microsoft teams

Course Information

  • For full details of the Eligibility Criteria for Government Funding available, please go to the “Funding” tab on our website or give us a call on 1300 884 133 between 9am to 5pm on weekdays to discuss your circumstances .

    There is currently no cost associated with this course for eligible individuals.

  • Practical placement, as explained by the Victorian Department of Education and Training, is structured workplace learning that provides students with first hand experience and on the job, training relating to their course. It is an opportunity for students to implement the skills they are learning about, gain confidence with their future role within their chosen industry and develop their job-related skills. This skill set has a 40 hour of placement requirement.

  • Students are required to demonstrate their skills in a short 40 hour placement.

Course Units

  • CHCCCS017

    Provide loss and grief support

    55 hrs

  • CHCCCS036

    Support relationships with carer and family clients with medication

    70 hrs

  • CHCCCS038

    Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support

    120 hrs

  • CHCPAL003

    Deliver care services using a palliative approach

    70 hrs