Certificate in Holistic Palliative Support and Grief Navigation
A five-module certificate in palliative care principles, comfort care, family communication, cultural and spiritual care, and grief support. Prepare to support patients and families at the end of life within the scope of a support role. Register for individual modules as CPD, or take all modules as a bundle.
$1,800 all modules (bundle)
Who This Program Is For
- Career changers seeking meaningful work in end-of-life support.
- Internationally trained health and social service professionals seeking a Canadian credential.
- Family caregivers turning lived experience into a professional role.
- PSWs and social service workers specializing in palliative and bereavement support.
What You Will Learn
| Module | Title | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | Foundations of Palliative Care and Canadian Standards | The palliative approach, ethics, and Ontario healthcare legislation. |
| Module 2 | Holistic Symptom Management and Comfort Care | Recognizing distress and non-pharmacological comfort measures. |
| Module 3 | Communication Excellence and Family Dynamics | Active listening, family meetings, and conflict during transitions. |
| Module 4 | Diversity and Spiritual Care in End of Life | Cultural humility and respectful spiritual support. |
| Module 5 | Grief Navigation and Professional Resilience | Models of grief, bereavement support, and preventing compassion fatigue. |
Final module hours and the course calendar are confirmed before classes begin. Tuition does not change.
Choose Your Path
Single Module (CPD)
Register for one or more modules to upgrade a specific skill.
- Time: 15 to 40 hours per module (2 to 4 weeks)
- Tuition: $390 per module
- Best for: PSWs, nurses, and social workers strengthening a specific skill
- Credential: Certificate of Completion for each module
All Modules as a Bundle
Complete all five modules for the full Professional Certificate.
- Tuition: $1,800 (a saving of $150 over five single modules)
- Best for: newcomers and career changers entering palliative support
- Credential: Professional Certificate
Tuition and Key Dates
- Single module: $390
- All modules as a bundle (5 modules): $1,800
- Payment: pay per module under the Pay As You Learn Fee Structure
- Application deadline: the College must receive your application at least 30 days before the start date
- Start dates: see the current Schedule and Enrolment Status
Admission Requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD); or
- A recognized Canadian healthcare credential, such as a PSW Certificate, SSW Diploma, or RPN licence; or
- Evidence of current or recent employment (within the last 24 months) in a related occupation.
- Applicants aged 19 or older without a secondary school diploma may apply through the Mature Student Assessment.
- See the program-specific admission requirements. There is no maximum age limit.
International Applicants
- Applicants from any country are welcome.
- This program runs less than six months. A study permit and a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) are not required.
- Completion does not qualify a student for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
- See the Newcomer’s Skills Matrix.
Delivery and Assessment
100% Online
Self-paced study through the College learning management system (LMS), with real-time instructor support. Practical skills are assessed through instructor-monitored online evaluations.
100% In Person (Vaughan Campus)
Instructor-led classes with hands-on practical training. Attendance requirements are set out in the course syllabus.
In both formats, written examinations are completed online and are open-book. Online students must meet the College System Requirements.
Important Information
Please read before you apply
- “This program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.”
- Completion does not grant the right to practise as a regulated health professional, such as a registered nurse or physician.
- Palliative care standards and provincial regulations change. Students are responsible for following current legal and ethical guidelines.
- The College does not guarantee employment or salary outcomes.
Read the full Short Certificate and CPD Course Disclaimer and the Short Study Program Policies.
Ready to Apply?
Domestic and international applicants apply through the same portal. For questions about eligibility, call 1-905-499-3631, ext. 102 or 103, or email admin@ccecollege.com.
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