Many people continue to treat death and grief as forbidden topics. Even greater is the inability to name and process non-death losses and grieve the unseen. This course is designed to explore the often-overlooked realm of grief associated with significant life changes beyond death, delving into divorce, job loss, relationship breakdowns, health challenges, and other impactful transitions. Through a blend of theoretical insights, real-life case studies, and practical exercises, learners will gain a deeper understanding of how these losses affect individuals emotionally, psychologically, and socially. Participants will develop practical skills in supporting others through grief, fostering empathy, and employing effective communication techniques.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Classify what constitutes as non-death losses and understand the emotional, psychological, and social impacts of these types of losses on individuals and communities.
- Investigate factors such as personal beliefs, cultural norms, and the nature of the loss that shape how individuals respond and grieve them.
- Create empathy and supportive communication skills to effectively help others experiencing non-death losses, including techniques for active listening and validation.
- Formulate opportunities for personal growth, resilience, and finding meaning in loss.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective 1: Differentiate Impact of Non-Death Loss
- Ways to Support
- Definitions of Various Grief Types
Objective 2: Factors Influencing Grief Process
- Cultural Influences
- Family Influences
- Additional Factors
Objective 3: Empathic Communication Skills
- Active Listening and Validation
- Holding Space for Silence
Objective 4: Personal Reflection
- Finding Meaning in Grief Work
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Clara Anderson Sainte, LCSW, LSCSW
Recording Date: January 18, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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Request for Special Accommodations: Learners can request special accommodations by contacting the administrative team at admin@ceus-ondemand.com