Code

C7

Aim

A selective comprehensive modular course consisting of 5 three-day units, over a 6 month period.

To enable trainees to develop a range of techniques to work effectively with bereaved children and young people according to each child or young person's individual's needs. This course will not aim to equip trainees to counsel children/young people but rather to support them in the context of their family and their experience of bereavement.

Learning outcomes

Selection: One day workshop plus a short written piece on your experience of the selection day

13th September 2008

Course Content

Unit 1: Introduction to supporting bereaved children and young people

17th to 19th October 2008

Unit 2: Models of child development and application of learning in practice

28th to 30th November 2008

Unit 3: Working safely and creatively with children and young people

9th to 11th January 2009

Unit 4: Supporting children and young people in the context of their family and culture

6th to 8th February 2009

Unit 5: The importance of endings and practice review

15th to 17th May 2009

A detailed course outline is available with the course application pack.

Who should attend?

Open to anyone who works with or wishes to deepen their understanding of the needs of bereaved children. 

Trainees will be required to be in a supportive working relationship with children/young people from Unit 4 onwards of the course. The opportunity to bring practice experience into the training environment enriches the learning experience for the whole group.

Fee information

£995

Venue

CBC Training Centre, Aston House, High Street, West Wycombe, Bucks HP14 3AG

Times of day

Friday Evening
Saturday & Sunday All Day

Dates: