We are living in a world where death is encountered every day and everywhere. Loss through death is encountered in hospitals, schools, homes and even on the roads or any other possible settings. Grief can stem from various types of loss, not just death of a loved one. Common types of loss include the death of a person, or pet, relationship breakups, loss of health, job loss, financial instability, loss of a cherished dream, and even the loss of a home or community. Additionally non-death losses like the loss of sense of self, identity or even subtle losses like moving or changing jobs, home, school can trigger grief.
Learning about grief is important for understanding its impact on individuals and communities, facilitating healing, and promoting healthy coping mechanisms. It helps individuals navigate the complexities of loss whether it is the loss a loved one or other significant life transitions
Understanding how to navigate grief allows individuals to express their emotions, seek support and develop healthy coping strategies ultimately facilitating healing and recovery.
Learning about grief empowers individuals to support friends, family members and colleagues who are grieving. It equips them with knowledge to offer empathy, understanding and appropriate support during challenging times.
Explain the urgency, industry trends, or current shifts driving the need for this course.
Studying Loss and grief is increasingly urgent in today’s world due to the rising prevalence of various forms of loss, including ecological grief, complicated grief and the impact of significant life changes. Understanding these experiences, particularly in diverse contexts, is crucial for developing effective support systems and interventions.
5 modules
Total time to complete the course (e.g. 2.5 months)
This course will take 3 months of study
6 hours per week
What is the cost:
All Online
2 months with 3-5 hours of study per week
$3,699 or 2 monthly payments of $1,900
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Module 5:
Introduction – Understanding Loss & Grief
Impacts of loss
Coping with loss – stages of loss & Grief
Cultural & Spiritual influences
Support and self-care
By the end of this lesson, learners should be able to ;
Will this course explore any compliance, legal risks, or ethical issues? Describe briefly.
This course ensures that the learners observe several legal and ethical considerations that counselors must navigate to ensure the client’s well-being and maintain professional standards. These include confidentiality, informed consent, scope of practice, boundaries and cultural sensitivity.
Business or Organizational Impact
How will this course help individuals or businesses grow, transform, or solve problems?
Taking this course will enhance physical and psychological well-being of individuals hence personal growth and positive impact in their work
Understanding the grieving process both personally and for supporting others is vital for mental and emotional well-being. There is no health without mental health. This course allows individuals to develop healthier coping strategies for dealing with difficult emotions and life changes.
By learning about grief, individuals can better understand and navigate the challenges and complexities of loss with greater knowledge, empathy and resilience.
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