Provide Comfort, Dignity, and Compassion When It Matters Most.
The iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) is a well-recognised foundation course designed to help you understand and deliver compassionate support during one of life’s most sensitive stages. You will learn how to care for individuals at the end of life, manage comfort and pain, and provide respectful, person-centred support that preserves dignity in their final days.
With 3 credits and 3 guided learning hours, this course offers a concise yet impactful introduction to end-of-life care. You’ll also gain insight into supporting individuals with conditions such as dementia, while learning how to respond to emotional, psychological, and practical needs with empathy and confidence. No prior medical training or formal qualifications are required, making it accessible for beginners and those looking to enhance their care skills.
This iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) is officially recognised and Quality Assured by Skills for Care, confirming its alignment with the standards set under the Quality Assured Care Learning Service (QACLS) framework and current regulatory standards for health and social care practice in England.
Funding and Importance for Employers
This qualification is fully funded under the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme, making it an accessible and cost-effective choice for employers investing in staff development in end-of-life care. Equipping employees with essential skills and knowledge improves compliance with care standards, enhances the quality of care provided to individuals at the end of life, and reduces risks associated with non-compliance. Don’t miss out, enrol today and start your journey in adult social care instantly!
Learners must achieve 3 credits from the mandatory unit to successfully complete this qualification. The course has 3 guided learning hours (GLH) and is designed to provide a clear and focused understanding of end-of-life care principles.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (601/6928/X)
Mandatory Units
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit Values |
| A/503/8085 | Understand how to work in end of life care | 2 | 28 | 3 |
For iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF), learners must fulfil the following requirements:
Note: Learner must ensure that he/she fulfils the requirement before purchasing qualification.
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*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
This qualification is for those who are interested in working in an Health and Social Care environment and who are looking to specialise their knowledge and understanding of working in end of life care
Progression:
Learners completing the Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) can progress to:
The iCQ Level 2 Award in End-of-Life Care (RQF) is fully accredited by iCQ Awards, an awarding body regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Ofqual regulation ensures the qualification meets national standards and provides high-quality, recognised learning outcomes. You can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
iCQ Awards is an Ofqual-recognised awarding body (Reference Number RN5325), and this qualification is officially recognised in England under Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/6928/X. Inspire Medical offers this qualification through iCQ Awards, giving learners a trusted and nationally recognised certification in end-of-life care.
All units within the iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) are internally assessed by Inspire Medical and externally verified by iCQ Awards to ensure quality and consistency. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence, allowing learners to demonstrate both their practical skills and knowledge in line with required standards.
This qualification uses a combination of skill-based and knowledge-based assessment methods. Skill-based assessment is demonstrated through practical tasks and reflective accounts, while knowledge-based assessment is completed through written assignments. To achieve a pass, learners must meet all learning outcomes and assessment criteria, ensuring they can effectively support individuals receiving end-of-life care in health and social care settings.
Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate (soft copy/scanned version) issued by iCQ Awards, which is included in the course price.
If you require a hard copy certificate, an additional fee of £25 will apply. This covers standard postal charges.
For faster delivery, you may choose to have your certificate and transcript sent via special courier (e.g., DHL). This service incurs an additional cost of £40, which applies primarily to international deliveries.
Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).
Provide Comfort, Dignity, and Compassion When It Matters Most.
The iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) is a well-recognised foundation course designed to help you understand and deliver compassionate support during one of life’s most sensitive stages. You will learn how to care for individuals at the end of life, manage comfort and pain, and provide respectful, person-centred support that preserves dignity in their final days.
With 3 credits and 3 guided learning hours, this course offers a concise yet impactful introduction to end-of-life care. You’ll also gain insight into supporting individuals with conditions such as dementia, while learning how to respond to emotional, psychological, and practical needs with empathy and confidence. No prior medical training or formal qualifications are required, making it accessible for beginners and those looking to enhance their care skills.
This iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) is officially recognised and Quality Assured by Skills for Care, confirming its alignment with the standards set under the Quality Assured Care Learning Service (QACLS) framework and current regulatory standards for health and social care practice in England.
Funding and Importance for Employers
This qualification is fully funded under the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme, making it an accessible and cost-effective choice for employers investing in staff development in end-of-life care. Equipping employees with essential skills and knowledge improves compliance with care standards, enhances the quality of care provided to individuals at the end of life, and reduces risks associated with non-compliance. Don’t miss out, enrol today and start your journey in adult social care instantly!
Learners must achieve 3 credits from the mandatory unit to successfully complete this qualification. The course has 3 guided learning hours (GLH) and is designed to provide a clear and focused understanding of end-of-life care principles.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (601/6928/X)
Mandatory Units
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit Values |
| A/503/8085 | Understand how to work in end of life care | 2 | 28 | 3 |
This qualification is for those who are interested in working in an Health and Social Care environment and who are looking to specialise their knowledge and understanding of working in end of life care
Progression:
Learners completing the Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) can progress to:
The iCQ Level 2 Award in End-of-Life Care (RQF) is fully accredited by iCQ Awards, an awarding body regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Ofqual regulation ensures the qualification meets national standards and provides high-quality, recognised learning outcomes. You can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
iCQ Awards is an Ofqual-recognised awarding body (Reference Number RN5325), and this qualification is officially recognised in England under Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/6928/X. Inspire Medical offers this qualification through iCQ Awards, giving learners a trusted and nationally recognised certification in end-of-life care.
All units within the iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF) are internally assessed by Inspire Medical and externally verified by iCQ Awards to ensure quality and consistency. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence, allowing learners to demonstrate both their practical skills and knowledge in line with required standards.
This qualification uses a combination of skill-based and knowledge-based assessment methods. Skill-based assessment is demonstrated through practical tasks and reflective accounts, while knowledge-based assessment is completed through written assignments. To achieve a pass, learners must meet all learning outcomes and assessment criteria, ensuring they can effectively support individuals receiving end-of-life care in health and social care settings.
Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate (soft copy/scanned version) issued by iCQ Awards, which is included in the course price.
If you require a hard copy certificate, an additional fee of £25 will apply. This covers standard postal charges.
For faster delivery, you may choose to have your certificate and transcript sent via special courier (e.g., DHL). This service incurs an additional cost of £40, which applies primarily to international deliveries.
Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).
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