The Organisation's Philosophy

The Australasian Palliative Care Training Organisation considers the following 3
tenets to be the foundation of their philosophy and practice:

1. The ability to teach Palliative Care is an essential aspect of being a Facilitator

Therefore, there is a large element of the Organisation's training which involves the trainee acquiring the skills to enable them to set up and teach classes.

The Organisation focuses on developing the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm in our trainess that lead them to inspiring others to use the techniqus taught in their everyday lives. We encourage trainees to develop a professional approach to teaching so that they will teach to the standard set by the Organisation in a competent manner.

2. Palliative Care training should be achievable by anyone

In keeping with the fact that anyone can learn the Palliative Care and Conscious Dying techniques and therefore may desire to become a Facilitator, the course has been designed to cater for the broad spectrum of abilities in an easy-to-learn style.

The Organisation has taken a non-academic and non-scientific approach when preparing the training materials. As such, technical information is simplified into laymans language so that it can be understood and better absorbed. However, if you are inclined either academically or scientifically, you are encouraged to extend your knowledge in whatever direction your interest takes you.

3. A Palliative Care Facilitator is a leader - A good Facilitator is a good leader

Trainers are leaders; even if they do not recognise or acknowledge this responsibility. They have a certain standing in the community. Most activities are (unfairly) judged by the behaviour of their principal proponents. Palliative Care is no different. It is incumbent on the Organisation and trainers alike to set a good example for the world to see. By doing this we provide a true service to the community.

By instilling in trainess the need for integrity, high ethical standards, and to practice what they preach, the Organisation aims to provide a place of learning that can be an example of human values at work.