This short course equips participants with knowledge and therapeutic skills to support individuals coping with loss, grief, and bereavement. Loss is a universal human experience ranging from the death of a loved one to the loss of health, employment, relationships, or dreams. The grieving process can be emotionally overwhelming, and when not properly addressed, it may lead to mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or prolonged grief disorder.
This course helps participants understand grief dynamics and learn effective counselling strategies to support the healing process.
1. Understand the psychological and emotional impact of loss and grief.
2. Distinguish between normal and complicated grief.
3. Apply counselling models and techniques for grief recovery.
4. Provide culturally sensitive and empathetic support to grieving individuals.
5. Support clients in various types of loss: death, divorce, miscarriage, terminal illness, job loss, etc.
6. Promote healthy coping and adaptation to life after loss. .
1 Accredited Institution: VTCTI is recognized by TVETA and offers high-quality training aligned with national standards.
2. Qualified Trainers: Learn from experienced tutors who are practicing professionals in the counselling field.
3. Practical Exposure: Field placement and practicum offered through partnerships with counselling centers and institutions.
4. Conducive Learning Environment: Safe, accessible, and equipped for both in-person and blended learning.
5. Faith-Integrated Training: Ideal for those seeking to apply counselling in church or faith-based settings.
1. Professional and aspiring counsellors
2. Pastors and chaplains
3. Social workers and caregivers
4. Teachers and school support staff
6. NGO staff working in community trauma, health, or emergency response
1.Introduction to Depression and Suicide
2. Signs and Symptoms
3. Suicide Risk Factors
4. Suicide Assessment and Crisis Intervention
5. Counselling Techniques for Depression
6. Referral and Multi-Agency Collaboration
7. Self-care for Caregivers and Counsellors
8. Introduction to Loss and Grief
9. Stages and Theories of Grief
10. Complicated and Disenfranchised Grief
11. Grief Across the Life Span
12. Counselling Skills and Techniques
13. Supporting Special Types of Loss
14. Self-Care for Counsellors and Caregivers
1. One Month (Flexible schedule: Evening & Weekend classes available)
2. A VTCTI Certificate of Completion will be awarded.
3. Can be used for CPD (Continuing Professional Development) hours.
1. KCSE certificate or higher
2. Good communication and interpersonal skills
3. A genuine interest in helping those experiencing grief and loss
1. Excellence: We strive for the highest standards in education, research, and service, continually seeking to improve and excel in all that we do.
2. Integrity: We uphold honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in all our actions, fostering a culture of trust and respect.
3. Innovation: We embrace creativity and forward-thinking, encouraging new ideas and approaches to solve real-world problems.
4. Inclusivity: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and supported.
5. Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and partnerships, working together to achieve common goals and advance knowledge.
6. Customer Focus: We are dedicated to understanding and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students, their families, and our community partners.
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