Bereavement CE Course - Summer 2026
This continuing education course is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning more in-depth information about bereavement, and supporting families navigating pregnancy and infant loss.
This is a live training taking place over the course of 5 weeks. Each class will feature a different teacher discussing a topic under the umbrella of bereavement and doula work.
This course is designed for both new and seasoned doulas and care workers and is designed as a deep dive into bereavement work. It is suitable both for doulas who plan to specialize in bereavement and those who do not. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. You do not need to be a doula or have any specific background experience. This course does not result in certification.
Loss can show up in many elements of this work and this course will prepare you to understand different types of loss and be prepared to support your clients and yourself.
Closed Captions in English provided throughout; corrected closed captions provided with full-length classes. Please email [email protected] for additional accommodations.
This course includes:
4 modules of material with lessons, resources, and reflective assignments.
Access to our private online community.
One year of access to all materials and recordings.
Automated CC in English provided. Please send an email to [email protected] about your accessibility needs.
Learning with BADT
Accommodation Form (Optional)
Cultural Expectations
About this course
DOWNLOAD: Student Welcome Package
Consent to Record Form
Intro Reflection
Intro Slide Deck
Introduction: Caring for Ourselves & Secondary Trauma
Introduction Slide Deck: Caring for Ourselves and Secondary Trauma
Resources
Reflect
Miscarriage, Early Pregnancy Loss & Supporting Clients Through Early Loss
Miscarriage, Early Pregnancy Loss & Supporting Clients Through Early Loss Slide Deck
Resources
Reflect
Stillbirth, Infant Loss, and Being Present at a Loss Birth
Stillbirth, Infant Loss, and Being Present at a Loss Birth Slide Deck
Resources
Reflect
Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) and Supporting TFMR Clients with Joyell Arvella
Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) and Supporting TFMR Clients
Resources
Reflect
Supporting Families After Loss and Cultural Rituals, Differences, and Practices
Supporting Families After Loss and Cultural Differences, Rituals, and Practices
Resources
Reflect
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