How to Break Bad News and Provide Support
How to Break Bad News and Provide Support
Includes:
Beginner Level
221 minutes
Group Discussions & Sharing
Offline Access
Lifetime Access via Mobile and Web
Digital Certificate shareable on LinkedIn
What is this 'Microlearning Course' about?
Delivering sad news, especially following a sudden death, is one of the most challenging responsibilities any professional can face. No amount of preparation can fully anticipate how each unique situation will unfold. Yet, being equipped with the right skills can make a world of difference in those critical moments. Breaking sad news is never an easy task at any time, at any moment.
Who is this course designed for?
This course is designed for leaders, appointment holders, or anyone involved in managing critical incidents, particularly in delivering the breaking of sad news and supporting next-of-kin and significant others.
What will you take away?
At the end of this course, learner will be able to:
Identify the rules, role and responsibilities in breaking sad news of their organization
Explore the issue of death and dying as this would at least made learner aware of the psychological impact on the family
Know the four steps in breaking sad news in person and/or through phone
Know issues related to traumatic death vs normal death
Identify the early stages of grief as this will help you to be more confident when breaking the news and facing the grieving person or family
Confidently supports the grieving person or family by being empathic through compassionate communication and presence during such critical time.
With 30 years of experience in mental health, specializing in critical incident management, Azman provides compassionate support to families during the most difficult times, from breaking the sad news to guiding them through the funeral and beyond. He has also developed customized courses to meet the unique needs of various organizations, ensuring a thoughtful approach to handling sensitive situations.