Think You Know Grief? Take This Quick Quiz

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences and yet it’s often misunderstood, even by seasoned professionals.

The Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief is an eight-week CPD-accredited online course for counsellors and professionals. Starts February 2026.

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences yet it is often misunderstood, even by seasoned professionals.

Before we introduce the Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief, let’s test your knowledge.

Quick Quiz: True or False?

1. Grief has 5 stages people always go through in the same order.

2. You should “move on” after a loss.

3. Only death can cause grief.

4. Children don’t grieve the same way adults do, so it’s best to shield them from loss.

5. Complicated grief is rare and easy to spot.

Answers:

1. False. Grief is rarely linear as people move back and forth in how they feel and cope.

2. False. It’s more about learning to live alongside loss than “getting over” it.

3. False. Grief can follow non-death losses, such as divorce, infertility or retirement.

4. False. Children grieve too, though they often express it differently. Support matters at every age.

5. False. Complicated grief is more common than many realise and recognising it requires skill.

If these answers surprised you, this diploma will deepen your understanding and enhance your professional skills.

About the Course

The Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief is an eight-week, live-online diploma from State of Mind. It blends contemporary theory with practical therapeutic tools to help professionals support clients and patients with competence, empathy and cultural awareness.

• Accreditation: Fully accredited by the CPD Standards Office (UK)

• Award: 30 CPD Points

Week-by-Week Highlights

• Week 1–2: Foundations, myths and core grief models (Worden, Dual Process, Continuing Bonds)

• Week 3–4: Types of grief and non-death losses

• Week 5–6: Cultural perspectives and practical therapeutic tools

• Week 7–8: Professional resilience and real-world case work

Who Is This Diploma For?

This course is ideal for:

• Counsellors and psychotherapists

• Nurses, pastoral carers and healthcare workers

• Mental health professionals and social care practitioners

• Anyone seeking to strengthen their grief support skills while earning CPD points

Course Details

• Start Date: 2 February 2026, continuing weekly on 9th, 16th, 23rd February & 2nd, 9th, 16th March 2026

• Duration: 8 weeks | Live via Zoom

• Fee: €465

• Award: Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief (30 CPD Points)

Book your place today on our Professional Diploma in Bereavement, Loss & Grief