0168 - Foundations of Grief
Course Description
Hours: 12
This workshop covers a wide range of topics related to dying, death, bereavement and grief. This workshop is designed for those who would like to expand their grief literacy and explore various areas of grief and bereavement, such as theoretical approaches, contemporary issues, developmental considerations, barriers to a healthy grief process, resources and more. Practical strategies for supporting those who are grieving will be woven throughout the two days. This workshop will provide a broad foundation from which participants can determine which topics they may want to explore in more depth in subsequent workshop.
Topics covered include:
- grief literacy
- grief and bereavement theory
- grief support strategies
- common barriers to a healthy grief process
- developmental considerations
- grief-specific resources
Notes
For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:
Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 519-884-0710 ext. 5234
Cancellations and Transfers
Be sure to carefully review our cancellation and transfer information before registering.
Website: wlu.ca/fswpd
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Death, Dying and Bereavement Certificate : Death, Dying and Bereavement Certificate
This workshop is currently not available. The 2023/2024 Faculty of Social Work Professional Development course and workshop dates will be available on July 10, 2023.