Welcome to the Postgraduate Course in Palliative Medicine for Doctors (LCPC-SHC)!
OVERVIEW
This 3-day course in the principles and practice of palliative medicine is specially designed for doctors across all settings. It aims to equip participants with generalist palliative care skills and knowledge to integrate into their practice in the care of patients with serious life-limiting illnesses.
This is a blended learning course where participants will be able to access mini-presentations, assessments, video clips and other resources via the Duke-NUS Learning Management System.
WORKSHOP CONTENT
Themes
- Living and Dying with Serious Illnesses
- Palliative Care in Frailty
- Pain Management
- Palliative Care in Non-Cancer
- Emergencies in Palliative Care
- Physical & Creative Therapy in Palliative Care
- Practical Aspects of Palliative Care Nursing
- Psychological Issues in Palliative Care
- Care in the Last Hours
- Ethical Dilemmas
- Communications Skills
COURSE DETAILS
Upcoming Run:
e-learning: 22 Oct to 22 Nov 2024
Face-to-Face teaching session: 6 to 8 Nov 2024, 8am to 5pm
The course will officially start on 22 Oct 2024 with the e-learning portion. Participant is required to complete the online coursework before the teaching sessions, done at your own pace.
Venue: Assisi Hospice, 832 Thomson Rd, Singapore 574627
Full Course Fee: SGD 1,744.00 inclusive of 9% GST
Course Fee for Singapore Citizens, PRs, LTVP+ Holders, inclusive of GST: $523.20
Course Fee for Foreigners, inclusive of GST: $1,744.00
REGISTRATION
CLICK HERE to register for the course. Please note that your registration does not serve as a confirmation of your seat for the course.
Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email with payment details nearer to course start date.
REFUND POLICY
Please be informed withdrawal from course must be made in writing for refund of fees.
| Date of withdrawal | % |
| 2 weeks or more before course start date: | 100% |
| Less than 2 weeks before course start date: | 50% |
| On or after course start date: | 0% |
CONTACT US
For more information, please contact us at lcpc@duke-nus.edu.sg / (+65) 6601 8845 (Sha) or visit our website here https://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/lcpc/education/doctors/lcpc-shc-postgraduate-course-in-palliative-medicine
Details
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Course Fee for Singapore Citizens, PRs, LTVP+ Holders, inclusive of GST: $523.20
Course Fee for Foreigners, inclusive of GST: $1,744.00
This workshop is pending accreditation from SMC and SNB for CPE points.
BLENDED LEARNING
TARGET AUDIENCE
Any doctor* who cares for adult patients with serious illness and is interested to develop basic skills and knowledge in palliative care is welcome to attend this course.
*Priority will be given to doctors working in Singapore. Overseas applicants are requested to contact us before registration.
PREREQUISITES
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Proficiency in English |
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Ability to commit to the whole workshop |