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The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF) gives you everything you need to support individuals approaching the end of life. You’ll gain skills and knowledge to communicate effectively, maintain safety standards, and promote well-being in care homes, hospitals, or community settings. At the same time, you’ll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers, the importance of safeguarding, and how to deliver care that meets professional and legal requirements.
What makes this qualification stand out? It is ideal for new and experienced healthcare workers who want to deepen their understanding of end-of-life care. The qualification consists of 6 mandatory units, totalling 16 credits, with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 160 hours, including 139 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), achieved through six mandatory units. In a relatively short period, you will gain the skills needed to provide compassionate, high-standard care to those in need.
The qualification provides a clear pathway for progression to higher-level study, including specialist end-of-life care qualifications at Level 3 or broader health and social care programmes. It builds a strong foundation of understanding that supports continued professional development. This makes the qualification ideal for those planning long-term careers in care.
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The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care is a 16-credit qualification designed to build essential knowledge and understanding of end-of-life care. It has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 160 hours, including 139 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), and requires learners to complete all 16 credits across six mandatory components.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/4848/3)
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit |
| L/651/3756 | Understanding How to Work in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 28 | 3 |
| K/651/3755 | Understanding Care Planning in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 20 | 2 |
| J/651/3754 | Understanding How to Provide Support for Pain Management and Discomfort | 2 | 25 | 3 |
| H/651/3753 | Understanding Dementia in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 20 | 2 |
| F/651/3752 | Understanding the Role of the Care Worker During the Process of Death | 2 | 24 | 3 |
| D/651/3751 | Understanding Bereavement and Grief in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 22 | 3 |
To enrol in the NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF), you should:
For further information, please click here to view the full guidance.
*Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide proof of English language proficiency. For more details, visit Language Expectations.
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF) is suitable for individuals starting a career or seeking to progress in health and social care. It provides essential knowledge for supporting people nearing the end of life, covering palliative and supportive care, and enhances practice across care homes, hospices, and community settings.
Progression
Completing this qualification confirms the learner has gained the knowledge and skills required to:
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care carries the Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN):610/4848/3, shown on the final certificate. Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.
This qualification is accredited by NOCN Qualifications, an Ofqual-approved and regulated awarding body (RN5194). Ofqual ensures high standards and public confidence in vocational qualifications, while NOCN implements robust quality assurance processes to maintain the integrity and reliability of its certifications.
At Inspire London College, all NOCN qualifications are internally set and internally assessed in line with NOCN standards. Assessment activities are carefully designed to ensure learners can clearly demonstrate achievement against all unit requirements.
Our Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) team pre-verifies all assessment tasks before use. This ensures assessments are appropriate, inclusive, and fair for learners with different needs, while fully meeting NOCN assessment principles. We also ensure that all knowledge-based learning is delivered at the correct qualification level. Inspire London College follows the NOCN Quality Assurance Manual to maintain high assessment standards, support learner achievement, and ensure consistent, reliable assessment decisions across all programmes.
| Pay Full Fee | Regular Fee | Discounted Fee | % Discounted | Initial Deposit | Instalments | Fast track |
| Pay Full Fee | £195 | £150 | 23% | – | – | – |
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care is a 16-credit qualification designed to build essential knowledge and understanding of end-of-life care. It has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 160 hours, including 139 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), and requires learners to complete all 16 credits across six mandatory components.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/4848/3)
| Unit Ref. | Title | Level | GLH | Credit |
| L/651/3756 | Understanding How to Work in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 28 | 3 |
| K/651/3755 | Understanding Care Planning in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 20 | 2 |
| J/651/3754 | Understanding How to Provide Support for Pain Management and Discomfort | 2 | 25 | 3 |
| H/651/3753 | Understanding Dementia in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 20 | 2 |
| F/651/3752 | Understanding the Role of the Care Worker During the Process of Death | 2 | 24 | 3 |
| D/651/3751 | Understanding Bereavement and Grief in End-of-Life Care | 2 | 22 | 3 |
To enrol in the NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF), you should:
For further information, please click here to view the full guidance.
*Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide proof of English language proficiency. For more details, visit Language Expectations.
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF) is suitable for individuals starting a career or seeking to progress in health and social care. It provides essential knowledge for supporting people nearing the end of life, covering palliative and supportive care, and enhances practice across care homes, hospices, and community settings.
Progression
Completing this qualification confirms the learner has gained the knowledge and skills required to:
The NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care carries the Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN):610/4848/3, shown on the final certificate. Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.
This qualification is accredited by NOCN Qualifications, an Ofqual-approved and regulated awarding body (RN5194). Ofqual ensures high standards and public confidence in vocational qualifications, while NOCN implements robust quality assurance processes to maintain the integrity and reliability of its certifications.
At Inspire London College, all NOCN qualifications are internally set and internally assessed in line with NOCN standards. Assessment activities are carefully designed to ensure learners can clearly demonstrate achievement against all unit requirements.
Our Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) team pre-verifies all assessment tasks before use. This ensures assessments are appropriate, inclusive, and fair for learners with different needs, while fully meeting NOCN assessment principles. We also ensure that all knowledge-based learning is delivered at the correct qualification level. Inspire London College follows the NOCN Quality Assurance Manual to maintain high assessment standards, support learner achievement, and ensure consistent, reliable assessment decisions across all programmes.
| Pay Full Fee | Regular Fee | Discounted Fee | % Discounted | Initial Deposit | Instalments | Fast track |
| Pay Full Fee | £195 | £150 | 23% | – | – | – |
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iCQ Awards 6 months – 12 months Assignments / Report WritingThe NOCN Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care is a Level 2 RQF qualification, equivalent to GCSE level. It provides essential knowledge and practical skills for delivering compassionate, person-centred care at the end of life. This certificate is ideal for those starting their career or looking to specialise in end-of-life care.
You can enrol if you are aged 16 or above. No prior qualifications are required. It is ideal for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, and personal assistants looking to enhance their skills in providing person-centred care.
This qualification opens opportunities in positions including:
It also helps you build the specialised skills needed to provide high-quality end-of-life care and enhances your career prospects in hospice settings.
Yes. After completing this certificate, you can progress to Level 3 qualifications, such as:
These higher-level courses can help you move into supervisory or senior care roles and support continued professional development in the sector.
You will gain the knowledge and practical skills to deliver compassionate, person-centred care at the end of life. The course teaches effective communication, pain and symptom management, safeguarding, and supporting individuals and families through bereavement. Completing this qualification will give you the confidence and competence to provide high-quality care in care homes, hospices, hospitals, or community settings.
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