Class Syllabus: Grief Relief: How to Provide Gentle Care
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Class Syllabus: Grief Relief: How to Provide Gentle Care

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Course Description

This course is intended for all you brave individuals willing to face grief in your own life and in the lives of others. It is particularly suitable for those working in helping or caring professions. You will learn the grief process, recognize the different types of bereavement, identify typical behaviors resulting from 'normal' as well as unresolved grief, understand the different ways in which people grieve and appreciate cultural differences. You will also be introduced to gentle approaches with children grievers and explore the function and value of grief groups. Many of the frequently asked questions about how to respond gently to grievers are answered. Guidance and suggestions are given for maximizing your ability to render help that facilitates grief relief. Let's start this journey together!

Course Requirements

This class is not intended for those who have lost a loved one within the past year as students will be expected to perform grief and bereavement related activities as well as self assess feelings regarding death and dying.

Course Goals

To increase understanding of the complex phenomenon of grief and bereavement, particularly as it is related to loss due to death; to increase sensitivity to the bereaved; learn techniques for providing gentle care support to grieving individuals.

Course Materials

All reading material will be provided or accessed online. Students are encouraged to obtain a copy of Granger E. Westberg's small book entitled, GOOD GRIEF. It is an invaluable resource to keep in your possession.

Grading Policy

Grading system will be as follows:
Readings, Quizzes, Activity Assignments will count for 1/2 of grade.
Final exam will count for 1/2 of grade.
Test grades will be calculated as follows:
90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C
Below 70 is unacceptable and student will need to negotiate with instructor strategies for bringing grade up to standards.

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