This introductory course is designed for pastoral workers and lay people who assist the funeral arrangements and preparations within the parish together with individuals who offer support to mourning individuals. The course aims to equip participants with essential training and awareness to provide compassionate and emotionally sensitive support to grieving individuals.
This course is designed for pastoral workers who assist with funeral arrangements and preparations within the parish and other lay people who support mourning individuals.
Target Audience Age: 18+
The course will take place on Mondays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
| Date | Session |
| 18th May 2026 | Understanding Grief and Bereavement |
| 25th May 2026 | Types of Dynamics of Grief |
| 1st June 2026 | Grief in Families and Communities |
| 8th June 2026 | Pastoral Accompaniment and Intervention |
| 15th June 2026 | Walking with the Bereaved Beyond the Funeral |
This course has three exit certificate options:
1. Certificate of Attendance
The student will receive a Certificate of Attendance when attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course.
2. Certificate of Participation
The student will receive a Certificate of Participation when attending a minimum of 80% of all contact hours for this course and pass from short multiple-choice exam.
3. Certificate of Achievement
To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must attend a minimum of 80% of all contact hour and pass from a short multiple-choice exam and an assignment.
Language: Applicants must be proficient in both Maltese and English.
Digital: Applicants must be digitally literate particularly, in use of office suites and internet access.