Thanatology Courses and Certifications

An introduction to death, dying and grief

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Explore interesting and challenging ideas around death, dying and grief. This free course, An introduction to death, dying and grief, invites you to think more deeply about death and dying and ...

• OpenLearn
• 7 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Death Education for Teachers and Educators

Gain insights into teaching about death and loss in educational settings, focusing on pedagogical approaches, curriculum integration, and supporting students through grief and bereavement.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Aspen Institute

Designing a Good Death - Reimagining End-of-Life Care and Choices

Explore end-of-life choices, from aid-in-dying legislation to green burials, and learn how embracing mortality can lead to more meaningful final moments and a fuller appreciation of life.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Cultural Perspectives on Death and Dying

Explore diverse cultural and religious views on death, afterlife, and mourning rituals through interviews with community representatives and professionals in end-of-life care.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Food Voice - The Identity You Never Knew You Had

Explore the concept of Food Voices and its impact on our identity, eating habits, and end-of-life experiences through Dr. Patinadan's research in Thanatology and psychosocial interventions.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

WVCTSI Project ECHO

Treatment and Facilitation of Grief for the Bereaved and Mourning

Discover evidence-based approaches to supporting bereaved individuals through grief counseling techniques and therapeutic interventions for mourning processes.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Guangzhou University

生死学

本课程将带领我们打开生命的另一面，从而使我们更加清晰地看清死亡的本质，理解生命的意义，学会自然、优雅、尊严地活着，并坦然、优雅、尊严地面对死亡。

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

死亡文化与生死教育

Explore the profound relationship between life and death through philosophical, medical, and social perspectives while developing a healthy understanding of mortality and living meaningfully.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

生命教育与善终关怀

Discover how to approach end-of-life care holistically through life education, covering physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of terminal care while exploring death awareness and dignity.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Occupational Bereavement of Medical Personnel - Understanding Death in Healthcare

探讨医务人员面对死亡的心理状况和情感需求，揭示他们的内心世界，呼吁关注医护工作者的精神健康和职业丧痛问题。

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Melodia da Morte - Facing Mortality Through Self-Knowledge

Psicólogo aborda o desafio do autoconhecimento diante da finitude humana, explorando temas como envelhecimento, luto e morte, baseado em sua experiência clínica e estudos em tanatologia.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Changing Our Attitude Towards Death

Přednáška o změně postoje ke smrti, inspirovaná buněčným umíráním. Profesor Šmarda vyzývá k otevřenější komunikaci o konci života a detabuizaci tématu smrti v společnosti.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

La muerte, una conversación incómoda - Afrontando el tabú desde la experiencia personal

Reflexión sobre la muerte desde la experiencia personal y la tanatología. Aborda el suicidio y ofrece una perspectiva compasiva sobre el final de la vida y el duelo, basada en la experiencia profesional de la oradora.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video