Child Bereavement Training

Welcome to the "Child Bereavement Training" course! This online course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills for supporting children and families who are experiencing bereavement. Whether you work in education, counseling, social work, or any profession that involves interacting with children and families, this course will equip you with the necessary tools to provide compassionate support during the difficult process of grief and loss.

Certification of Completion

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Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

• Child Bereavement Training 35:05

  • 1: 1.1 Understanding the unique aspects of child bereavement 02:54
  • 2: 1.2 Exploring the developmental impact of grief on children 03:03
  • 3: 1.3 Recognizing common reactions and emotions experienced by grieving children 02:59
  • 4: 2.1 Effective communication techniques when addressing loss with children 02:51
  • 5: 2.2 Age-appropriate explanations of death and bereavement 02:18
  • 6: 2.3 Supporting children through grief-related emotions and behaviours 02:59
  • 7: 3.1 Creating a safe space for children to express their grief 02:55
  • 8: 3.2 Building trust and rapport with bereaved children and their families 03:01
  • 9: 3.3 Engaging in meaningful activities to support healing and remembrance 02:53
  • 10: 4.1 Understanding the impact of bereavement on family dynamics 02:57
  • 11: 4.2 Collaborating with parents, caregivers, and family members in providing supp 03:10
  • 12: 4.3 Referral options and collaborating with grief counsellors and other professi 03:05

Module 1: Introduction to Child Bereavement

- Understanding the unique aspects of child bereavement

- Exploring the developmental impact of grief on children

- Recognizing common reactions and emotions experienced by grieving children

Module 2: Communication and Support Strategies

- Effective communication techniques when addressing loss with children

- Age-appropriate explanations of death and bereavement

- Supporting children through grief-related emotions and behaviors

Module 3: Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment

- Creating a safe space for children to express their grief

- Building trust and rapport with bereaved children and their families

- Engaging in meaningful activities to support healing and remembrance

Module 4: Supporting Families and Collaborating with Professionals

- Understanding the impact of bereavement on family dynamics

- Collaborating with parents, caregivers, and family members in providing support

- Referral options and collaborating with grief counselors and other professionals

Module 5: Career Path and Opportunities

- Exploring career paths in counseling, social work, education, and bereavement support

- Roles as child grief counselors, school counselors, bereavement coordinators, or grief support group facilitators

- Professional certifications and designations

- Building a successful career in child bereavement support

By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of child bereavement and the skills to provide compassionate support to grieving children and their families. You will be equipped with the knowledge and strategies to communicate effectively, create a safe and supportive environment, and collaborate with professionals to ensure holistic support during the grieving process. This course is valuable for professionals in counseling, social work, education, and any role that involves supporting children and families through bereavement.

• Child Grief Counselor:

As a Child Grief Counselor, you will specialize in providing therapeutic support to children who have experienced the loss of a loved one. You will conduct individual counseling sessions, facilitate grief support groups, and use evidence-based interventions to help children navigate the grieving process. Your role may involve collaborating with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to provide comprehensive support to grieving children.

• School Counselor:

School Counselors play a vital role in supporting students through various challenges, including bereavement. With specialized training in child bereavement, you can provide grief counseling and support within a school setting. You will work closely with students, teachers, and families to develop strategies to address grief-related issues and create a supportive school environment.

• Bereavement Coordinator:

As a Bereavement Coordinator, you can work within organizations that provide support to bereaved children and families. Your role will involve coordinating bereavement services, developing programs and resources, and collaborating with professionals from different disciplines to ensure comprehensive support for individuals experiencing grief. You may work in hospitals, hospices, or non-profit organizations focused on bereavement support.

No. prior knowledge or experience required

Grief Support Group Facilitator: Grief Support Group Facilitators play a vital role in creating safe spaces for individuals to share their grief experiences. With specialized knowledge in child bereavement, you can facilitate support groups specifically tailored to children and their families. Your role will involve providing emotional support and guiding participants through the grieving process.

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