Study Day Information

Aim:

To answer questions such as what is end of life care, who needs it and how/who provides it
To explore the developments which have influenced end of life care
To discuss issues such as end of life care in non malignant disease
To consider cultural/spiritual issues

Target Audience:

Non clinicians particularly administration staff, ward clerks, receptionists, medical secretaries and all who are involved with the care of patients with a life limiting illness.

Dates:

Please contact St Giles Hospice
education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF HWB2 1

Aim:

To consider the principles, provision and responsibility of end of life care for individuals with a life limiting illness
To raise awareness and understanding of the principles and developments in the provision of end of life care
To identify common symptoms experienced by patients
To discuss the ethical and communication issues related to care of the dying and notions of a "good death"
To enhance confidence when caring for individuals nearing the end of life
To review essential communication skills in relation to Palliative & End of Life Care

Target Audience:

HCAs and all health and social care workers who may encounter patients with a life-limiting illness

Dates:

Please contact Education Department for further details:

Birminghsm St Mary's education@bsmh.org.uk
Compton Hospice educationadmin@compton-hosppice.org.uk
St Giles Hospice education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Teaching and Clinical Team
Andrew Bagnall
Andrew Bagnall
Teaching and Clinical Team (for HCAs only)
Andrew Bagnall
Teaching and Clinical Team
Teaching and Clinical Team (for non-clinical staff only)
Teaching and Clinical Team (for HCAs only)

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary's
Compton
Compton
Birmingham St Mary's
Compton
Birmingham St Mary's
Birmingham St Mary's
Birmingham St Mary's

NHS KSF HWB2 1/2 HWB5 1/2

Aim:

To gain insight into the issues that affect end of life care and explore the importance of a holistic approach.
Discuss the issues in end of life care and the factors that have affected it
Explore the issues concerned with loss and bereavement
To gain an understanding into the aspects of pain and symptom control
The benefits of complementary therapies
Explore difficult and ethical situations
To develop and enhance communication skills

Target Audience:

All healthcare assistants, physiotherapy and occupational therapy assistants, phlebotomists, social services carers and any other support workers who have contact with patients with a life limiting illness.

Dates:

Please contact St Giles Hospice
education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester, Mal Bragger - Bereavement Counsellor, Family Support & Bereavement Services (St.Giles) Tat Dickie - Complimentary Therapy Co-ordinator (St.Giles)

Venue:

NHS KSF Core 1 level 1 HWB2 1/2

Aim:

� To provide an opportunity for Community Staff Nurses & District Nurse to update their Palliative Care knowledge. � To discuss evidence based practice and apply to individual practice � To identify current initiatives within Palliative Care � To demonstrate awareness about symptom management options.

Target Audience:

Community Staff and District Nurses

Dates:

Please contact Birmingham St Mary\'s Hospice
education@bsmh.org.uk

Facilitators:

Teaching & Medical Team
Teaching & Medical Team

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice
Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHS KSF � HWB2 2/3 � HWB5 2/3

Aim:

� To explore clinical Palliative Care issues specific to General Practitioners � To demonstrate an understanding of core components of symptom management for Palliative Care patients � To examine evidence based management of common symptoms � To discuss related aspects of symptom management such as communication and ethical considerations

Target Audience:

General Practitioners

Dates:

Please contact Birmingham St Mary's Hospice
education@bsmh.org.uk

Facilitators:

Teaching & Medical Team Teaching & Medical Team

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHSKSF � HWB23 � HWB53

Aim:

� To give participants the opportunity to learn about the varied components involved in the delivery of generalist and specialist Palliative Care.
� To provide an overview of the syringe driver and symptom management issues � Identify the accountability issues for health care professionals in relation to syringe drivers � Identify which medications are suitable for syringe driver use � To review communication skills in relation to the health care setting � To explore the effects of culture & diversity on communication � To offer an opportunity to demonstrate practical communication skills � To have an understanding of the principles of Palliative Care � To discuss the ethical and communication issues related to caring for the dying � To have an awareness of current & future developments in Palliative Care. � Demonstrate a knowledge of the practical application of syringe drivers

Target Audience:

All Health & Social Care Professionals

Dates:

Facilitators:

eaching & Clinical Staff

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHS KSF Core 6 Equality level 2 HWB3 2/3 HWB7 2/3 Core 1 Communication level 2 HWB2 2/3 HWB6 2/3

Aim:

� To provide community based nurses with an in-depth understanding of Palliative Care Issues � To examine current practice and evidence in relation to symptom management � To recognise core issues for non malignant disease patients within end of life care � To demonstrate an understanding of ethical and communication issues in relation
to caring for Palliative Care patients

Target Audience:

Community Staff Nurses & District Nurses

Dates:

Facilitators:

Teaching & Clinical Team

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHSKSF � Core1level2 � HWB23/4 � HWB33/4 � HWB63/4 � HWB73/4

Aim:

� To discuss current issues for older people in the end of life. � Discuss how we can meet the needs of dementia patients and their carers � Reflect upon dignity for older people at the end of life � Identify services available for the older person

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals band 3 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield
St Giles Whittington

Venue:

st Giles' Hospice

NHS KSF � HWB2 1/2

Aim:

� To explore the importance of using the palliative care approach in non malignant disease and help participants gain an insight into issues in the care of patients with palliative needs and non malignant disease.
� To explore the palliative care approach in non malignant disease � Discuss issues for HIV and Aids, Motor Neurone Disease, MS and renal failure patients and their carers

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals.

Dates:

Please contact hospice

Facilitators:

Teaching and Clinical Team
Viv Forrester and Clinical
Team Teaching and Clinical Team

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s
St Giles Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham St Mary�s

NHSKSF � HWB21/2

Aim:

� An update on the different aspects of Parkinsons Disease � To discuss Parkinsons disease � To explore the latest drugs available and other treatments that � To reflect upon end of life care

Target Audience:

All health and social care workers

Dates:

20 July 2010

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHSKSF � HWB21/2

Aim:

� To address communication challenges facing front line staff, often the first point of contact for patients in crisis. � What is effective communication? � Enhancing verbal and listening skills � Responding to anger, distress and difficult questions.

Target Audience:

Administration staff, ward clerks, receptionists, medical secretaries and all non-clinical staff who may encounter patients with a life-limiting illness.

Dates:

Facilitators:

Rachel Stanworth
Rachel Stanworth

Venue:

Compton Hospice
Compton Hospice

NHSKSF � Core1level1

Aim:

� To address communication challenges facing front line staff, often the first point of contact for patients in crisis. � What is effective communication? � How do we communicate effectively � Enhancing all aspects of communication including written, verbal and listening skills

Target Audience:

Administration staff, ward clerks, receptionists, medical secretaries and all non-clinical staff who may encounter patients with a life-limiting illness.

Dates:

Please contact St Giles Hospice

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester
Viv Forrester

Venue:

St Giles Sutton
St Giles Whittington

NHSKSF � Core1level1

Aim:

� To allow participants to enhance communication skills in a safe environment. � Discuss what is communication � Explore how we communicate effectively � Reflect on aspects of communication skills including verbal, listening and written skills.

Target Audience:

All Health and Social Care staff (Bands 3 and above)

Dates:

Pleae contact St Giles
education@stgiles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Theresa Barker, Viv Forrester and Specialist Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield
St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � Core 1 level 1/2

Aim:

� To provide participants with the opportunity to review and build upon their communications skills in relation to health care and end of life care.
� To review the evidence base for communication skills in a health care setting including blocks to communication and effective skills.
� To discuss and contribute to a practical communication skills demonstration. � To explore the effects of culture & diversity on communication.

Target Audience:

All Health and Social Care staff (Bands 4-6 for Compton Hospice Courses)

Dates:

Please contact individual hospice

education@bsmh.org.uk
educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk
education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Rachel Stanworth & Terri White
Teaching and Clinical Team
Rachel Stanworth & Terri White
Rachel Stanworth & Terri White
Teaching and Clinical Team

Venue:

Compton
Birmingham St Mary�s
Compton
Compton
Birmingham St Mary�s

NHS KSF � Core 1 level 1/2

Aim:

� Communication is one of the most important aspects of providing end of life care. � Explore ways of communicating for patients who have sensory impairment � To understand how to respond effectively within all healthcare settings

Target Audience:

All Health and Social Care staff

Dates:

please contact St Giles Hospice

education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � Core 1 level 1/2

Aim:

� To offer an evidence-based model to increase skills and confidence in communicating effectively with patients, families and colleagues in difficult or distressing situations
� Consider the evidence base on effective communication � Identify skills and blocks to communication � Practice communication skills and strategies in a safe learning environment � Identify personal stress drivers and strategies for addressing these

Target Audience:

Doctors, Health and Social Care Professionals Band 6 and above

Dates:

Please contact Compton Hospice
educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

(Approved by National Cancer Action Team): Allie Fellows, Alison Littleford , Rachel Stanworth

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � Core 1 Communication level 4

Aim:

� To explore the issues around identifying the end of life phase, assessing the priorities for patients and families and the evidence base for high quality care in this situation.
� To identify the health care agenda for providing high quality end of life care � To explore the diagnosis of dying � To consider the principles of team working � To identify the nature of an holistic assessment
� To consider the priorities of patients and families facing a terminal diagnosis � To explore communication issues

Target Audience:

Health care professionals (Bands 3 � 5)

Dates:

Please contact
educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Terri White

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHSKSFCore1� Communicationlevel1�HWB2level2

Aim:

� To explore the issues around identifying the end of life phase, assessing the priorities for patients and families and the evidence base for high quality care in this situation.
� To consider own clinical practice in relation to the health care agenda for end of life care � To reflect upon the diagnosis of dying in various care settings � To critically analyse principles of MDT working in own area of practice � To consider the application of holistic assessment
� To critically explore determining patients priorities � To examine communication issues in area of practice

Target Audience:

Health care professionals (Band 6 � 7)

Dates:

Please contact
educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Terri White

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � Core 1 Communication level 2 � HWB2 level 3/4 � HWB6 level 3

Aim:

To demonstrate the importance of effective assessment and care planning in end of life care and to enable participants to contribute to planning care which promotes choice and dignity for patients with a life limiting illness.
� To identify the principles and practice of end of life care. � To consider the use of care-planning documentation � To recognise the elements necessary for an effective holistic assessment
� To apply learning to examples from clinical practice � To practice care planning and use of documentation � To discuss the role of evaluation and audit in providing quality care at the end of life

Target Audience:

HCAs and Junior Nurses who may encounter patients with a life-limiting illness (Band 3 � 5)

Dates:

Facilitators:

Andrew J Bagnall

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB 2 level 1/2 � HWB3 level 1/2 � HWB6 level 1/2 � HWB7 level 1/2

Aim:

· To critically discuss effective assessment and care planning in end of life care and to enable participants to plan care which promotes choice and dignity for patients with a life limiting illness.
· To explore the principles and practice of end of life care. · To discuss the use of care-planning documentation and consider a variety of approaches to assessment. · To consider the elements necessary for an effective holistic assessment
· To apply learning to examples from clinical practice · To evaluate the utility of care planning documentation in end of life care · To consider aspects of evaluation and audit to improve quality care at the end of life

Target Audience:

Senior Nurses and AHPs (Bands 6/7) with an interest in palliative/end of life care

Dates:

11 and 12 May 2010
19 and 26 January 2011

Facilitators:

Andrew J Bagnall

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHSKSF · HWB23/4 · HWB33/4 · HWB63/4 · HWB73/4

Aim:

� To explore the concept of spiritual pain at the end of life, to reflect on practice and to explore ways of assessing spiritual needs
� To consider the ways in which spiritual needs/ pain may be expressed and how we might respond � To evaluate the relative merits of different assessment tools � To enhance self-awareness

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals working at bands 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Rachel Stanworth

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB2 2/3

Aim:

· To explore the concept of spiritual and cultural care and the professional's role in providing this. · Describe how cultural influences influence the provision of care · Demonstrate a knowledge of the principles of spiritual care · Examine the professional's role in providing spiritual & cultural care

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals, chaplains, clergy

Dates:

27 April 2010
21 June 2010
3 Dec 2010
9 Dec 2010

Facilitators:

Theresa Barker and Specialist Clinical
Team Teaching and clinical team
Teaching and clinical team
Theresa Barker and Specialist Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Whittington
Birmingham St Mary's
Birmingham St Mary's
St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF · Core 6 Equality level 2 · HWB2 1/2

Aim:

� Involving and supporting carers is vital to the provision of high quality end of life care. This study day considers how best to provide that support.
� To recognise the role of carers in decision making � To consider the information needs of carers � To examine the practical and emotional needs of carers

Target Audience:

Qualified health and social care staff (bands 4 and above)

Dates:

Please contact
educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Terri White and Jane Rowley

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB2 level 2 � HWB4 level 2 � HWB7 level 2

Aim:

· To explore the issues which should be considered after someone has died both in terms of the immediate support needs of the bereaved and practical professional roles and responsibilities:
· To consider the social implications of death and dying · To discuss the practical support needs of the bereaved · To identify the roles of different “death-related” professionals e.g. coroner

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals

Dates:

14 May 2010
02 November 2010

Facilitators:

Terri White

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF · HWB2 1/2 · HWB5 1/2 · HWB7 1/2

Aim:

� Working with children and young people who have been or are facing loss is challenging � To understand how to respond effectively within the work environment � To reflect upon own attitudes and beliefs as well as their own area of work � To develop understanding of how to respond effectively to children and young
people who have been bereaved or facing loss. This workshop will include experiential activities, reflection and small group work

Target Audience:

Aimed at healthcare practitioners, police officers, teachers and funeral directors.

Dates:

Please contact

Compton Hospice educationadmin@compton-hospice.org.uk
St Giles education@st-giles-hospice.org.uk

Facilitators:

Ann Scanlon
Rosie Murphy - Family Support and Bereavment Counsellor
Fran Parrott - Family Support Co-ordinator
Family support and Bereavment Services & Clinical Team

Venue:

Compton Hospice
St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � HWB2 1/2 � HWB5 1/2

Aim:

� Working with people who have been bereaved or are facing loss is challenging � To help participants to understand how they can respond effectively within their own setting. � To encourage professionals to reflect upon their own area of work. � To develop understanding of how professionals can respond effectively to people who have been bereaved.

Target Audience:

All healthcare practitioners, police officers teachers and funeral directors.

Dates:

Facilitators:

Helen Chetwynd and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � HWB2 1/2 � HWB5

Aim:

� Supporting the family unit can be challenging for both the family and for us as professionals. � To explore the challenges faced when working with children and families. � To develop an understanding of the impact a serious illness can have on the family. � To reflect upon how professionals can help support the family and children.

Target Audience:

Anyone working in palliative/ end of life care and whose who work involves supporting children and their families.

Dates:

Facilitators:

Rosie Murphy - Family Support and Bereavment Counsellor
Fran Parrott - Family Support Co-ordinator - Family support and Bereavment Services St. Giles and Clinical Team.

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � HWB2 1/2 � HWB5 1/2

Aim:

� To give an overview of bereavement theory and the practical aspects of caring for patients and carers facing loss. � To gain an understanding of bereavement theories � To practice communication skills in relation to dealing with loss � To explore the implications for health care professionals around loss & bereavement

Target Audience:

All Health & Social Care Professionals

Dates:

please contact

education@bsmh.org.uk

Facilitators:

Teaching & Family Carer & Support Team

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHS KSF � Core 1 Communication level 1/2 � HWB2 1/2 � HWB5 1/2

Aim:

� To think through the issues of loss and its effects and practise listening within a framework for working with bereaved people whether during a brief encounter or over several visits.
� To consider concepts surrounding loss � To critique some traditional and contemporary theories � To explore some loss issues � To practise some listening skills within a framework of six elements.

Target Audience:

District Nurses, Health Visitors, social workers, health care professionals. (Bands 4-7)

Dates:

Facilitators:

Dodie Graves

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � Core 1 Communication level 2/3 � HWB2 1/2 HWB5 1/2

Aim:

� To consider the causes and management of common symptoms in relation to end of life care. � To critically review the management of symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dysphasia, anorexia,
breathlessness, pain and confusion � To explore holistic management options including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. � To reflect on current practice

Target Audience:

Medical, qualified nurses and all health care professionals Band 5 and above

Dates:

Please contact individual hospice

Facilitators:

Andrew Bagnall
Viv Forrester & Clinical Team
Teaching & Clinical Team
Teaching & Clinical Team
Andrew Bagnall

Venue:

Compton
St Giles Sutton Coldfield
Birmingham St Mary�s
Birmingham St Mary�s
Compton

NHSKSF � HWB2level2 � HWB5level2 � HWB6level2 � HWB7level2

Aim:

� This study day will cover aspects of symptom control that include not just drug measures but other interventions that may benefit the patient.
� To explore distress in symptom control fatigue and relaxation � To discuss complementary therapies � To explain the management of depression � To reflect upon the needs of Carers.

Target Audience:

All Health & Social Care Professionals delivering End of Life Care

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHSKSF � HWB2level2 � HWB5level2 � HWB6level2 � HWB7level2

Aim:

� This day will update healthcare professionals on treatments and for pain control.
� � �
� �
� �
This will include non drugs measures as well as more conventional treatment. To enable the health care professional to explore different aspects of pain control. To explore the concept of total pain and how pain could be controlled using non drug measures.

Target Audience:

This day is for all healthcare professionals not working in specialist palliative care. Band 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHSKSF � HWB2level2 � HWB5level2 � HWB6level2 � HWB7level2

Aim:

� This day will update healthcare professionals treatments and for pain control. � Critically evaluate non drugs measures as well as more conventional treatment in pain control

Target Audience:

This day is for all healthcare professionals who work in specialist palliative care. Band 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF � HWB2 level 3/4 � HWB5 level 3/4 � HWB6 level 3/4 � HWB7 level 3/4

Aim:

� Nutrition plays an important part in supporting patients at the end of life. The workshop will include experiential activities, reflection and small group work � To explore the issues concerned with nutrition in palliative care.

Target Audience:

All members of the health/social team delivering end of life care (Band 3 and above )

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Whittington

NHS KSF � HWB2 level 2

Aim:

� To provide an overview of the management of the syringe driver. � Demonstrate a knowledge of the practical application of syringe drivers � Identify the accountability issues for health care professionals in relation to syringe drivers � Identify which medications are suitable for syringe driver use

Target Audience:

Medical and Registered nurses. Band 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Teaching and Clinical Team
Andrew Bagnall
Viv Forrester
Viv Forrester
Teaching and Clinical Team
Andrew Bagnall

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s
Compton(1/2 day)
St Giles (1/2 day)
St Giles(1/2 day
Birmingham St Mary�s
Compton(1/2 day)

NHS KSF � HWB 6 level 3/4 � HWB7 level 3/4

Aim:

� To consider the many issues associated with the management of care in the last few days of life � Identify and address symptoms � Discuss how to answer difficult questions � Consider issues around multi-professional collaboration

Target Audience:

Medical, qualified nurses and AHPs with a specific interest in palliative/end of life care

Dates:

Facilitators:

Andrew Bagnall

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � Core 1 level � 1/2 HWB 6 level 2/3 � HWB7 level 2/3

Aim:

� This study day will cover some of the emergencies faced in palliative care. It will include not only the physical emergencies but also family issues.
� To critically discuss the issues of spinal cord compression, terminal agitation, breathlessness, catastrophic bleeds and family issues
� To reflect upon best practice

Target Audience:

The day is for those who work in specialist palliative care. Band 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles, Sutton Coldfield

NHS KSF HWB 6 level 3/4 HWB7 level 3/4

Aim:

� An update for healthcare professionals who care for patients with neurological conditions � Critically reflect on palliative care in Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone disease � Consider other aspects of care such as swallowing difficulties, physiotherapy

Target Audience:

Specialist palliative care workers Band 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Viv Forrester and Clinical Team

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield

NHSKSF � HWB23/4

Aim:

� A highly practical day where the participants will learn how to utilise hypnosis to complement conventional treatments of pain, nausea and anxiety.
� Brief history of hypnosis � Discussion of the benefits of hypnosis in clinical settings � Presentation of case histories � Demonstration, teaching and practical sessions

Target Audience:

All registered health care professionals working in a clinical setting

Dates:

Facilitators:

Jean Rogerson

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � Core dimension 2: Personal and people development. Level 1/2 Core Dimension 4: Service improvement Level 1/2 � HWB5: Provision of care Level 1/2 HWB7: Interventions and treatment Level1/2

Aim:

� This study day aims to provide the clinician with an understanding of how CBT skills can be used in the palliatives care setting.
� An understanding of relevant CBT theory � To recognise the special factors that relate to end of life care � To gain familiarity with several CBT techniques

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals working at bands 5 and above

Dates:

Facilitators:

Paul Blakeman

Venue:

Aim:

� To offer an overview of Lymphoedema and its management � Appreciate types of oedema � Discuss methods of Lymphoedema Management � Discuss impact on quality of life

Target Audience:

Health care professionals who have contact with people with oedema (Band 3 � 7)

Dates:

Facilitators:

Helen Young and Clinical Team
Samantha Baker/Stacy PughHelen Young and Clinical Team
Samantha Baker/Stacy Pugh

Venue:

St Giles Sutton Coldfield
Compton
St Giles Sutton Coldfield
Compton

NHS KSF � HWB1 level 1 � HWB6 level 1/2

Aim:

� By the end of this three day course the student will have a foundation knowledge of how to assess for Lymphoedema and have knowledge of treatments available.
� Understand process of lymphatic drainage � Provide skills to assess for Lymphoedema � Introduction to Lymphoedema management

Target Audience:

Health Care Professionals caring for people with Chronic Oedema or Lymphoedema

Dates:

Facilitators:

Jane Wigg

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHSKSF � HWB2level2 � HWB6level2 � HWB7level1

Aim:

� This practical course will provide the necessary skills and knowledge to enable safe Lymphoedema multilayer bandaging to upper and lower Lymphoedema.
� Understand indic/contraindications for MLLB � Safely apply MLLB

Target Audience:

Community nurses, Practice Nurses and health care professionals involved in oedema management

Dates:

Facilitators:

Jane Wigg

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB7 level 2/3

Aim:

· This half day session will provide understanding, knowledge and skills in delivering and advising on lymphatic drainage. This is an essential treatment especially for palliative Lymphoedema.
· Identify lymphatic pathways · Undertake lymphatic drainage

Target Audience:

Staff involved in oedema management including level 3 HCA and Physiotherapists

Dates:

27 April 2010 (0930 – 1230)
25 October 2010 (0930 – 1230)

Facilitators:

Jane Wigg

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHSKSF · HWB1level1 · HWB7level2/3

Aim:

� This half day practical session will introduce the student to the use of Kinesio taping as an adjunctive treatment for oedema management in Lymphoedema management.
� Understand concept of kinesio taping � Safely apply kinesio tape for lymphatic conditions

Target Audience:

Health care professionals involved in oedema management including Physiotherapists.

Dates:

Facilitators:

Jane Wigg

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB7 level 2/3

Aim:

� To provide knowledge and skills to safely apply �off the shelf� and custom made garments. � Successfully select appropriate garments � Fit for compression hosiery � Measure for custom made garments
� This practical course will discuss and see types and ranges of garments available on FP10

Target Audience:

?Community Nurses, Practice Nurses. Practitioners interested in Lymphoedema

Dates:

Facilitators:

Jane Wigg

Venue:

Compton Hospice Education and Training Centre

NHS KSF � HWB 7 level 2/3

Aim:

� As end of life care becomes more complex, it can raise legal and ethical concerns for those involved. This study day will critically explore the contemporary legal and ethical context within which end of life care is provided.
� To consider the law surrounding the provision of healthcare, particularly at the end of life � To discuss the ethical principles influencing end of life care � To explore the complexity of ethical decision making

Target Audience:

Bands 3 - 6

Dates:

Facilitators:

Theresa Barker, Viv Forrester and Clinical Team
Terri White
Terri White

Venue:

St Giles
Compton
Compton

NHS KSF � Core 5 Improving Quality level 2/3

Aim:

� To identify academic writing and critical reading skills � Demonstrate the Harvard system of referencing � Illustrate how to access electronic resources

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals

Dates:

Facilitators:

Birmingham St Mary's Hospice Teaching Staff

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice

NHS KSF � Core 2 personal and People Development Level 2

Aim:

This meeting will give participants an opportunity to access a �bite size� update on two clinical Palliative Care Topics

Target Audience:

All health and social care professionals

Dates:

Facilitators:

Venue:

Birmingham St Mary�s Hospice