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Welcome to our learning and development programme, created to support everyone who wants to build confidence, compassion, and practical knowledge in end‑of‑life care. Our training is open to all: healthcare professionals, social care teams, community members, volunteers, carers, and anyone wishing to better support others.
You do not need to work for Keech Hospice or be in a clinical role to take part.
We offer a wide range of sessions throughout the year, including introductory courses, specialist masterclasses, and full study days. Training is available both online and in person, covering essential topics across palliative care, end‑of‑life support, and bereavement.
All our courses are developed in alignment with the NHS England ‘Career Pathway, Core Capabilities and Education Framework for Palliative and End‑of‑Life Care in England’ (2025). This ensures they equip the wider health and social care workforce with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required to deliver high‑quality palliative and end‑of‑life care (PEoLC).
But our learning extends beyond professionals. Many of our sessions are designed for the general public, offering accessible, practical skills for anyone who wants to support people with compassion and confidence. To help you find the right fit, each course is grouped into three clear tiers based on knowledge and experience.
We are also proud to host Compassionate Communities workshops, open to everyone. These workshops place empathy at their heart, helping people build resilience and confidence to have meaningful conversations and make a real difference in their families, workplaces, and communities.
If you’re unsure where to begin or can’t find exactly what you need, we’re always here to help. Contact us at learning@keech.org.uk or call 01582 497898 to discuss your requirements.
Booking your course is quick and simple! You’ll be redirected to the Keech Hospice LMS site.
First time here? Just click ‘Get Started Here’ to create your account.
Been before? Log in using the password you chose previously. Once you’re in, you can pick a course date that works best for you, and you’ll automatically receive a handy reminder by email.
After you’ve registered once, you’ll be able to view and book any of our courses whenever you need – easy!
The Foundation tier provides essential knowledge about palliative and end-of-life care. Most courses in this tier are specifically designed for registered health and social care professionals and are clearly identified as such.
The Fundamentals tier builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation modules. It is designed for both qualified and unqualified delegates who regularly care for patients with palliative and end-of-life needs.
We recommend completing the Fundamentals modules before starting advanced training. This tier is tailored for health and social care professionals who specialize in palliative and end-of-life care.
In this section you will find out more about Project Echo. Keech Hospice has a Community of Practice for Transition and hosts ECHO sessions with a focus on transition for young people with palliative care needs.
Our ECHO Community of Practice focuses on Transition for young people with palliative care needs.
Project Echo aims to create communities of practice using virtual meetings to provide support and learning, expanding specialist knowledge and understanding.
Developed through the work of Dr. Sanjeev Arora in New Mexico it has grown into a worldwide movement aimed at improving patient care in underserved areas.
Get in touch to find out more and register your interest.
For all who have completed our end-of-life care champions course and are working across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
Each session will provide an invaluable opportunity to update one another on your work, engage in peer learning and update and deepen learning through further teaching sessions.
Get in touch to find out more and register your interest.
This Professional Nurse Advocacy (PNA) Community of Practice allows hospice PNAs to promote and share best practice across all areas of England:
Membership is open to all qualified PNAs working in hospices across all of England regions.
The Community of Practice will be an hour-long monthly online meeting.
At Keech Hospice, we believe in the power of inclusion.
We welcome and celebrate the unique perspectives, skills and life experiences that everyone brings – whether you’re a member of staff, a volunteer or on placement with us. By fostering a truly inclusive environment, we ensure everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive. Because at Keech, everyone is welcome – whatever your age, background or circumstance.
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The Keech Hospice Learning team are a dedicated group of professionals committed to enhancing the quality of palliative care.
With expertise in diverse fields, including nursing, social work, and therapy, they play a pivotal role in educating and empowering healthcare providers. This includes a dedicated lecturer practitioners Judith Dimmock and Chris May, our Practice Educators Juliet Nayler and Sasikala Chandrasekar, Karen Hibbert, our Compassionate Communities lead and Mohammed Rahman our dedicated Community Connector.
Our approach extends beyond traditional care, focusing on holistic approaches, pain management, and emotional support for patients and families. Through workshops, training sessions, and collaborative initiatives, we equip individuals with the knowledge needed to navigate challenging circumstances, fostering a culture of empathy within the healthcare community and beyond.
Each course is different, but for guidance we have included a ‘who is it for’ descriptor in the outline for each course.
’Our Tier 1-3 courses are open to any registered health and social care professional (such as nurses, doctors, paramedics and social workers) wishing to gain more confidence in palliative and end of life care diagnosis. In addition, many courses are also available to the wider public.
Our Compassionate Communities workshops are open to anyone.
A compassionate community is one in which everyone recognises that we all have a role in supporting each other, particularly during periods of crisis and loss.
It’s about making a difference by enabling people within the community to make a personal connection with another person in whatever way shows compassion, kindness, and care.
We deliver this through a series of workshops openly talking about death, dying and bereavement, supporting participants to learn more about body language, the spoken word and how taking time to listen can make a real difference.
Our aim is to the leave participants better able to go into their community, better informed and feeling more confident in having these conversations.
No, our courses are a mixture of virtual and in person. We have included the information for each course in the course descriptor.
Most of our courses are free of charge to everyone in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, whether you are a member of the public, healthcare professional or work for a local authority or the NHS. Some courses may have a small fee for those outside the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes region or offered by our partner providers.