Tel: 01723 351421 Email: general@saintcatherines.org.uk
Upcoming Courses and Sessions
Syringe Driver Training and Verification of Expected Adult Death Training
Both sessions held in one afternoon:
- Part One 1:30-2:45pm Syringe Drivers
- Part Two 2:45-4pm VOED
Sessions only for registered clinicians only. People can come to both or one of the sessions, depending on what they need. You will need to book each session separately
For Saint Catherine’s staff you can book on Kallidus
For external staff, please book via education@saintcatherines.org.uk
2026 Dates and Venues
- Mar 11th Weds @ Saint Catherine’s Education Centre Room 1
- Apr 9th Thurs @ Malton Meeting room (upstairs on corner past Ellerby’s towards Fitz Ward)
- May 11th Mon @ Saint Catherine’s Education Centre Room 2
- June 23rd Tue @ Whitby Large Meeting Room Ground Floor
- July 30th Thurs @ Saint Catherine’s Education Centre Room 1
- Sept 14th Mon @ Malton Conference Room
- Oct 14th Wed @ Saint Catherine’s Education Centre Room 1
- Nov 19th Thurs @ Whitby Room 10
- Dec 14th Mon @ Saint Catherine’s Education Centre Room 2
Person-Centred Palliative Care Training
Course Overview
This 2-day comprehensive training is designed for non-registered health and social care workers who support
patients with life limiting conditions. The course focuses on a person-centred compassionate approach to end-of-life care.
Topics Covered
- Understanding Palliative Care Principles, Communication and Holistic Person-Centred Approaches.
- Recognising Signs & Symptoms of End-of-life: Physical, Emotional, Psychological and Spiritual Indicators.
- Care in the Last Days of Life: Symptom Management, Comfort Measures, Supporting Families, and Teamwork.
- Dignified Care After Death, Cultural Considerations, and Supporting Bereaved Families.
- Reflective Practice & Self-Care for Staff.
Course Dates & Location
The course will be held on-site at the Saint Catherine’s Education Centre
- Thursday 15th & Friday 16th January 2026
- Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
- Thursday 7th & Friday 8th May 2026
- Thursday 9th & Friday 10th July 2026
- Thursday 17th & Friday 18th September 2026
- Thursday 19th & Friday 20th November 2026
Additional Information
- £100 per person for the 2 day course.
- Refreshments included throughout the day.
- Lunch available to purchase onsite from ‘Flavours’ Bistro
- Parking available with electric charging points onsite.
Advanced Communications Skills Training
Overview
This advanced-level, interactive training supports clinical staff in patient-facing roles (Band 6 or above) to develop and adapt their communication practice, ensuring it has a lasting and meaningful impact in professional settings.
Session Includes
- Discuss challenges such as breaking bad news, advanced care planning, handling anger or distress, and navigating
difficult conversations with colleagues. - Practise key communication skills and principles, receive constructive feedback, and explore alternative approaches in
a safe, supportive environment. - Take away practical communication strategies that can be transferred to any interpersonal or professional context.
Available Dates
• Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th February 26 | 9am – 4pm
• Thursday 14th & Friday 15th May 26 | 9am – 4pm
• Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd October 26 | 9am – 4pm
Additional Information
Held on site at Saint Catherine’s Education Centre.
Cost: £400 per person, or £330 per person when booking four or more places from the same organisation.
How To Book
For more information and to book please email education@saintcatherines.org.uk
All courses can be booked onto by contacting our team on 01723 351421 or email education@saintcatherines.org.uk
