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Common Core Competences and Principles

A guide for health and social care workers working with adults at the end of life

25 June 2009

National End of Life Care Programme / Department of Health / Skills for Care / Skills for Health


The purpose of this guide is to support workforce development, training and education and the development of new and enhanced roles. The principles and competences it outlines form a common foundation for all staff whose work includes care and support for people approaching – and at – the end of their lives.

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