HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING ONLINE
Online courses cover basic concepts and do not replace onsite training.
These courses enhance the volunteer experience by providing infection control, ethics and privacy, and communication techniques.
Lesson 1 – Introduction
Lesson 2 – Hospice History and Philosophy
Lesson 3 – Ethics and Confidentiality
Lesson 4 – Communication
Lesson 5 – Interdisciplinary Roles
Lesson 6 – Hospice Eligibility
Lesson 7 – Grief and Bereavement
Lesson 8 – Infection Control and Safety
Lesson 9 – Advanced Directives
Lesson 10 – Caregiving
Lesson 11 – Death and Dying
Lesson 12 – Beyond the Basics – Alternative therapies (pet, aroma, music)
Hospice Volunteer Training Certificate

Further training will enable the person to become a patient volunteer and the information reviewed in this course will set a strong foundation for realizing the importance involved in the volunteer services of hospice.