Introduction to Grief Following Trauma - CPCA On Line Course

Course Description: In the course of one’s career, it is inevitable that professionals will encounter traumatic death and loss issues both personally and professionally. Professionals often feel ill prepared to provide effective care throughout the grief process. This Workshop will cover key grief and loss concepts relating to trauma and traumatic death. Participants will increase their knowledge of how trauma impacts the grief process and will gain skills for evaluating and supporting persons who have experienced traumatic death and loss.  This course is designed for anyone who works with people who experience grief and loss following a traumatic event.

Program Highlights

· Characteristics of trauma

· Clinical implications of grief

· Primary needs of victims

· What helps and what hurts