Supporting People Experiencing Grief and Loss.
Quick Facts
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
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Gain up to 5 OPD Points
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100% online learning & self-paced.
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Receive an official digital Certificate of Completion, once you complete this short course.
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Have access to IAP's unprecedented Student Support Officers.
Course Objectives / outcomes
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
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Recognise and React: Identify reactions to loss and grief, taking into account diverse social, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual backgrounds.
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Engage Empathically: Develop skills in empathetic interaction, using appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication to meet emotional needs.
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Offer Support and Information: Provide effective support and accurate information about grief and bereavement services, referring individuals to further help when necessary.
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Self-Care: Monitor and manage personal stress levels and seek supervision and debriefing to prevent burnout.
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Continuous Improvement: Reflect on the support provided and identify opportunities for improvement in practices and outcomes.
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What You Will Learn:
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Empathic Engagement
- Principles of empathetic communication
- Adjusting communication strategies to acknowledge and respect differences
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Understanding Reactions to Loss and Grief
- Techniques for recognising signs of grief
- Assessing suicide risk and making appropriate referrals
- Understanding and respecting diverse cultural reactions to grief
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Providing Support and Resources
- Linking individuals to grief and bereavement support options
- Discussing and disseminating information about available services
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Self-Care for Practitioners
- Strategies for monitoring and managing personal stress levels
- Importance of professional debriefing and supervision
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Evaluating and Enhancing Support
- Methods for reflecting on and evaluating the support provided
- Techniques for continuous improvement in grief support services
Recognition & Associations
Frequently Asked Questions
Upon completion, you will receive your certificate of completion.
Once you have received this, you can submit to your association that you are a member of for the possible OPD points.
For this short course, upfront payment is the only option. You can pay via Visa, Mastercard or Amex. You can also pay by invoice if you'd like a receipt for business purposes.
Yes, absolutely. You can enrol in multiple at one time or you can do them one by one.
Testimonials
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