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Build confidence in end-of-life care

Hospice-led, clinician-delivered learning for professionals, providers and communities across West Suffolk and Thetford

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St Nic’s Education supports those caring for people with life-limiting illness to feel more confident, capable and prepared. Our training is delivered by experienced hospice clinicians and reflects the realities of day-to-day care.

  • Hospice-led, clinician-delivered learning
  • Practical and immediately applicable in care settings
  • Flexible formats to suit your team and environment
  • Focused on the most important and sensitive areas of care
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Find the right learning for you

Whether you’re looking for structured training, tailored support or open learning, we offer education at every level.

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Core Education

Ready-to-access learning on key topics 

Build essential knowledge and confidence across areas such as symptom management, advance care planning, dementia and communication.

  • Scheduled workshops and study days
  • Virtual and group learning options

 

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Bespoke & Onsite Training

Work with us to develop training tailored to your team, setting and challenges.

  • Delivered onsite or virtually
  • Designed to meet your specific needs
  • Suitable for whole teams or services

Open Learning & Conversations

Space to explore death, dying and grief

Join open, supported conversations that build understanding and confidence.

  • GraveTalk sessions
  • Group discussions
  • Informal learning spaces
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Placements & Experiential Learning

Learning through real hospice experience

Gain insight through direct exposure to hospice care.

  • Clinical placements
  • Shadowing opportunities
  • Work experience

Resources & Digital Learning

Flexible learning, when you need it

Access tools and information to support your learning at your own pace.

  • Online resources
  • Guides and support materials
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Why learn with St Nic’s?

Our education is shaped by real hospice care.

Every session is delivered by experienced clinicians who understand the challenges of caring for people at the end of life. This means our training is practical, relevant and designed to support confident decision-making in real situations.

  • Delivered by experienced hospice clinicians
  • Supports both knowledge and confidence
  • Creates space for discussion, reflection and shared learning
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Extending care beyond hospice walls

Through education, we extend hospice expertise into care homes, communities and clinical settings.

By supporting those delivering care, we help improve experiences for patients and families across the local system.

Who our education is for

Our education supports a wide range of people involved in care, including:

  • Care homes and domiciliary providers
  • Health and social care professionals
  • Community groups and partner organisations
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Take the next step in delivering better care

Explore our education offer, find the right learning for your team, and take the next step in building confidence and improving care.

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