Death, Grief, Healing & Bereavement Diploma

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£ 10 £ 425 VAT inc.

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  • Type

    Course

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    2h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The Death, Grief, Healing & Bereavement Diploma offers a sensitive, structured, and insightful exploration of loss and the emotional, psychological, and social responses that follow it. This course provides learners with a clear understanding of grief theories, healing processes, and supportive approaches used across care, counselling, and community settings. It is designed to help individuals build confidence when supporting others through bereavement, while also enhancing self-awareness and emotional resilience. With a strong focus on practical knowledge, it covers the stages of grief, coping mechanisms, communication strategies, and the impact of trauma, culture, and lifespan development on the grieving experience.

Through flexible online learning, this bereavement training equips learners with essential skills that are valuable in health and social care, education, mental health support, pastoral roles, and community work. It also supports anyone wishing to understand grief more deeply for personal growth or to aid loved ones through difficult times. The course blends theoretical insight with real-world relevance, ensuring learners gain a well-rounded understanding of death, loss, and healing.

Studying this diploma is an excellent way to enhance your CV, deepen your emotional capability, and contribute to compassionate, person-centred support. Whether you wish to advance your career or learn for personal enrichment, this course provides a meaningful path towards guiding others through grief and recovery.

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About this course

Understand key models, stages, and theories of grief.
Develop supportive communication skills for bereavement contexts.
Recognise emotional, social, and cultural factors that influence grief.
Explore healthy coping strategies and healing approaches.
Build confidence in offering empathetic, informed support.
Strengthen personal resilience when working with grief and loss.

This course is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of grief, bereavement, and healing, whether for personal insight or to support others in professional or community settings. It is particularly relevant for learners in health and social care, education, counselling support, mental health roles, pastoral positions, volunteer organisations, or those considering careers in people-centred work. The content is designed to be accessible, making it suitable for beginners as well as individuals who already have some experience in support environments.

The diploma also benefits those who regularly interact with families, children, vulnerable adults, or individuals experiencing trauma or emotional difficulty. Learners who wish to strengthen their emotional intelligence, improve communication skills, or enhance their CV with a recognised CPD course will find this training valuable. It supports personal development, career progression, and the ability to provide compassionate, informed guidance during sensitive situations.

There are no formal entry requirements to enrol in this course, and it is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. A strong interest in emotional wellbeing, communication, or care work is helpful but not essential, as the course is designed to be accessible for all backgrounds. To support smooth online study, learners are advised to have good English, numeracy, and IT skills. Basic computer literacy will help you navigate the learning materials effectively and make the most of the course resources. All study is delivered online, making it convenient for anyone looking for a flexible learning experience.

Upon successful completion of the Death, Grief, Healing & Bereavement Diploma, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

The Death, Grief, Healing & Bereavement Diploma stands out for its flexible, self-paced online structure designed to accommodate busy schedules and different learning needs. The modules are expertly developed to provide clear, compassionate, and practical insights into grief support and healing processes. Learners gain knowledge that can be applied in community settings, care environments, and people-focused professions. The course also supports CV development, helping learners demonstrate emotional awareness and supportive communication skills valued across many roles. With accessible content and real-world relevance, this training offers a meaningful pathway for those wishing to better understand grief and contribute to supportive, empathetic care.

Yes. This course is designed to be fully accessible to learners of all backgrounds, including complete beginners. The modules explain concepts clearly and offer structured guidance to help you understand grief responses, communication approaches, and the emotional processes surrounding bereavement. You do not need prior training in counselling or healthcare to benefit from this course. The content is written in straightforward language, making it easy to follow for anyone interested in emotional wellbeing, support work, or personal development.

This diploma helps you build valuable skills relevant to health and social care, mental health support, childcare, education, pastoral roles, charity work, and community services. Understanding grief and healing is an important part of many people-focused careers, and adding bereavement training to your CV demonstrates empathy, communication capability, and emotional awareness. Whether you work with families, vulnerable groups, or individuals in distress, the course enhances your ability to offer supportive responses and recognise the needs of those experiencing loss.

The course is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study at your own pace using any device. You can access the learning materials at any time, making it ideal for learners balancing work, family, or other commitments. There are no deadlines or fixed schedules, so you can progress through each module as quickly or gradually as you prefer. This flexible structure ensures that you can complete the training in a way that suits your lifestyle while still achieving a recognised CPD certification.

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2019

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Subjects

  • Healing
  • Grief & Bereavement
  • Depression
  • Counselling
  • Counselling Approaches
  • Instructor
  • Counselling Theory
  • Death
  • Grief & Bereavement
  • Core Skills in Counselling
  • Bereavement Counsellor

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One Education

One Education

Course Provider

Course programme

Introduction

  • About the Instructor & the Course

Introduction to Grief & Bereavement

  • What is counselling: Introduction to Counselling Theory
  • Core Skills in Counselling
  • Counselling Approaches in Counselling
  • What is ‘Grief’ and ‘Bereavement’?
  • The Role of the Bereavement Counsellor

Attitudes Towards ‘Death’ and ‘Dying’

  • Beliefs that people held about ‘death’ and ‘dying’
  • A child and adolescent view of death
  • Spirituality and Religion

What Happens When We Die

  • The process of dying
  • Stages of Grief
  • What is ‘Complicated grief’?

Depression Related to Grief and Bereavement

  • Sadness Vs Depression
  • Grief Vs Depression
  • Types of Depression
  • Diagnosis of Depression
  • Treatments available for depression

Counselling Process and Methods

  • Grief counselling: The loss of ‘self’
  • Adjusting to violent death
  • Counselling the dying
  • Acceptance, Surrender, and ‘Letting go’
  • Ending long-term counselling and follow-up
  • Thank You and Good Bye!

Death, Grief, Healing & Bereavement Diploma

Special Emagister price

£ 10 £ 425 VAT inc.