Introduction

St Michael’s Hospice has a long tradition of echoing Dame Cicely Saunders' commitment to education within palliative care; this commitment is found in the development and support of staff within the hospice as well as an ongoing programme aimed specifically at those who care for dying people in many other settings throughout Hastings and beyond.

Educational Links & Opportunities

All staff who work in St Michael’s will be expected to take advantage of the educational opportunities that are available within the organisation whether they be NVQ based or focused within an academic framework such as Diploma or Degree studies.  Support is available in terms of course fees and time to attend a designated course.  St Michael’s enjoys links particularly with the University of Brighton, the University of Kent, Hastings College, Sussex Downs College and King’s College London. If you are seeking to develop educational links with St Michael’s Hospice from whatever setting do not hesitate to contact either Anna Third or Patrick Cunningham.

We can visit you

Staff from the hospice are available to offer training in your own setting if it would be more convenient.  For further discussion on this point again please contact either Anna Third or Patrick Cunningham.

Open Afternoons

Short guided tours with time for a cup of tea and discussion are offered on the first Thursday of each month between 1.30pm – 3pm.  These sessions are intended to allow people to visit the Hospice whilst having some of their questions answered by a member of the clinical team.