Training
Trivandrum Institute of Palliative Sciences (TIPS)
TIPS, Pallium India (WHO Collaborating centre for Training and Policy on Access to Pain Relief) has been training medical professionals in Palliative Care since 2007. We offer various courses (both online and on-site training) in Palliative Care and Palliative Medicine for health care professionals, volunteers and beneficiaries
OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS
Global Fellowship in Palliative Medicine
(Hybrid)
- Impart attitude, knowledge and skills for practicing palliative care
- One-year hybrid course
- 30 days of hands-on training
- Reception of 3 certificates on completion
- Eligibility : Doctor with MBBS/ BDS Degree
Integrated Basic and Advanced Course in Palliative Medicine
(Online)
- Self-Directed learning
- Interactive live sessions with patient story discussions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion of the course
- Eligibility : Doctor with MBBS/ BDS Degree
Certificate Course in Pain & Palliative Medicine/Nursing
(Offline)
- Six weeks duration
- Practical “hands-on” training in pain and palliative care
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility: Doctors with M.B.B.S or BDS | Nurses with BSc Nursing or GNM
Foundation Course in Pain & Palliative Medicine
(Offline)
- 10 days duration
- Practical “hands-on” training in pain and palliative management
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility: Doctors with M.B.B.S or BDS
Foundation Course in Palliative Care:
Psychosocial Interventions
(Online)
- Familiarising healthcare providers with the psychosocial aspects of providing care
- 16 (24 Hours) Online sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
Essentials of Palliative Care Physiotherapy
(Online)
- Train physiotherapists for specific palliative care needs
- 14 (21 Hours) Online sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility : Bachelors/Master’s degree in Physiotherapy
Palliative care training for other specialists
(Online)
- Curriculum based program for specialists
- Essential pain and palliative care management strategies to enhance skills
- 9 (13.5 Hours) Online sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
Foundation Course in Palliative Nursing
(Online)
- Enable nursing professionals to inculcate the principles of palliative care
- 18 (27 Hours) Online sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility: Nurses with B.Sc or M.Sc Nursing / GNM
Essentials of Palliative Care – India (EPCI)
(Online)
- Completely Self-paced learning (with a period of 120 days) for doctors and nurses
- 33 modules covering all the important aspects helping to practice Palliative Care
- Facility to discuss queries even after course period, through the exclusive WhatsApp alumni group
- Eligibility: MBBS/BDS/B.Sc or M.Sc Nursing/GNM
Foundation Course in Palliative Medicine
(Online)
- 21 didactic live sessions
- 30 hours of learning designed to provide a solid understanding of the principles and practices involved in palliative care
- Doubt clearance session along with real patient story discussion for in-depth knowledge gain
- Eligibility: MBBS/BDS
5M approach to Geriatrics in Palliative Care
(Online)
- Focus on the comprehensive coverage on 5Ms of geriatrics
- 13 didactic sessions, 19.5 hours of learning
- Issuance of e-certificate on successful completion
- Opportunity to ask questions after course period also
Refresher Course in Palliative Medicine
(Online)
- To update knowledge and improve competence of doctors providing palliative care.
- 18 Online sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility: MBBS/BDS
Refresher Course in Palliative Nursing (RCPN)
(Online)
- To update knowledge and improve competence of nurses providing palliative care.
- 14 Sessions
- Certificate issuance on successful completion
- Eligibility: BSc/MSc Nursing/GNM
We are delighted to share, that we have received the
ECHO EXCELLENCE AWARD 2023
We appreciate the efforts and dedication of all the contributors who made this achievement possible, Thank You!
It is time to celebrate!!!!!!!
Testimonials
"These modules helped me to understand how to manage pain effectively, with all the aspects covered regarding the types and their treatment. It helped me to learn the morphine dosing, other symptoms associated, and how to effectively manage them, so that the patient can lead a good quality of life."
"The structure of GFPM is excellent, very approachable and helpful faculty. Hands on training at pallium India is an eye opener and a wonderful experience with lifetime of memories."
"The fellowship program’s comprehensive curriculum beautifully blends theory with case-based learning. Under the guidance of esteemed palliative care experts, the program creates a supportive environment that encourages critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and empathy. "
"Choosing the GFPM course at TIPS was life-altering. I'm grateful for the knowledge gained and connections formed. TIPS' excellence in palliative care education is evident, making it a top choice for those aspiring to make a difference."
