Grief First Aid - Online 4 hour course

Grief First Aid - Online 4 hour course

This workshop gives participants the tools and confidence to support someone during grief in a grounded, compassionate way. We’ll explore how grief affects mental health, how it can show up in both obvious and unexpected ways, and the emotional and physical toll it can take. Participants will learn practical strategies for having compassionate conversations, setting healthy boundaries, and signposting to the right support. There’s also space to reflect on your own emotional resilience, and what helps you stay steady when others are struggling.

Topics covered include:

• Introduction to grief, its different forms and the key grief models.

• Emotional, psychological and physical effects of grief.

• Understand the overlap between grief and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety

• The importance of setting personal boundaries to prevent emotional burnout.

• Supporting individuals experiencing grief by active listening and compassionate communication skills.

• Identify helpful and unhelpful responses when engaging with grieving individuals.

• Understand when and how to signpost individuals to professional support services.
• GRACE Framwork

Learners will be able to:

• Define grief and understand its different types and manifestations.
• Recognise the psychological and physical impact of grief.
• Understand how grief interacts with mental health challenges.
• Apply supportive communication strategies when assisting grieving individuals.
• Identify appropriate professional and community support services for signposting.
• Reflect on their own emotional resilience and boundaries when supporting others.

All course materials provided: Detailed workbook to keep, and Certification

Content warning:

This session includes open discussion of grief and loss, including topics like suicide, miscarriage, bereavement, and other types of personal loss. While we approach these topics with care and respect, we know they can be close to home. If needed, you are welcome to step away at any point if you need to.To find out more about Transpire Training, please click here.