What is PEPA?
The Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) is an initiative of the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, funded through the National Palliative Care Program.
The overall aim of the program is to improve the quality, availability and access to palliative care for people who are dying, and their families, by improving the skills and expertise of health practitioners, and enhancing the collaboration between service providers.
PEPA provides you with an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills in the palliative approach to care through:
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funded clinical workforce placements or workshops
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integration of learning into your workplace
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establishing networks of support
The PEPA learning experience is to help you:
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gain a clear understanding of principles of good palliative care
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identify the needs of your patients with life-limiting conditions
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understand the role of your discipline in managing common problems faced by palliative care patients
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recognise your own knowledge base/scope of practice in regard to optimal palliative care provision
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identify personal coping strategies for effective management of personal issues related to working in this area.
PEPA is being implemented in all Australian states and territories and applicants from rural and remote areas are encouraged to apply.
This program provides an ideal opportunity to learn from experienced specialist staff to enhance skills, knowledge and experience in the palliative approach.