Supporting Children Through Loss and Grief 1:1

This webinar outlines the impact that events such as death, parental separation, entry into foster care or moving away from a familiar environment have on children. We discuss how you can support children experiencing these events. The webinar includes some simple activities that are beneficial in supporting children going through loss and grief.

Who can do this Course?

Early years educators
Early years managers
School age care educators
School age care practioners
Parents/guardians

Course Content

Introduction to loss and the associated experiences of bereavement and grief
Different types of loss a child may experience
Factors which influence the impact of loss on a child
A child’s understanding of, and reactions to, various experiences of loss, dependent on their age and stage of development
An overview of the various types and methods of support available
Ideas and activities for supporting a child through their loss
Provision of a list of books and resources beneficial to supporting the child through their loss

Tutor

Aoife Gallagher graduated from Institute of Technology, Sligo in 2015 with a First Class Honours Degree in Early Childhood Care & Education. She has undertaken various research projects through the Health Research Board and for Sligo Leitrim Children and Young People's Services Committee (CYPSC) and the Northwest Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force on topics pertaining to children and childhood.

Supporting Children Through Loss and Grief 1:1

On occasion, clients require urgent guidance to support children through loss and grief. This page enables you to book a 1:1 consultation with Aoife Gallagher.

Supporting Children Webinar

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