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Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CGRD)

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Executive Summary

Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor (CGRD) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CGRD holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor
Acronym
CGRD
Category
Counselling & Coaching
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Counsellors and Therapists
  • Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners
  • Social and Community Workers
  • Helping-Profession Practitioners
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex counselling functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement counselling systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to counselling
Global Employability
Qualify for counselling roles across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Counselling Theories, Models and Approaches
✦Assessment, Case Formulation and Treatment Planning
✦Therapeutic Skills, Alliance and Communication
✦Specialised Populations and Presenting Concerns
✦Coaching, Wellbeing and Positive Psychology
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor
Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor: industry context, trends and professional standards · The helping relationship and its purpose · History and scope of counselling and coaching · Professional roles, boundaries and settings
2
Outcomes and Review
Evaluating coaching outcomes · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Collaborative and client-led planning
3
Scope, Boundary and Referral
The boundary between coaching and therapy · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Reporting automation
4
The Therapeutic Alliance
The working alliance and coaching presence · Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies
5
Contracting and Confidentiality
Contracting and the three-way agreement · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · The boundary between coaching and therapy · Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships
6
Listening, Reflection and Restraint
Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · The working alliance and coaching presence · Cultural context and coaching across difference · Email marketing and automation
7
Ethics, Supervision and Safety
Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · The boundary between coaching and therapy · The working alliance and coaching presence · Content marketing and editorial planning
8
Leadership Context
Team leadership within finance · Change management in finance · Capstone scoping: a real financial problem or decision · Recommendations and decision support
9
Culture and Inclusion
Nomination, succession and diversity · The business case for diversity and inclusion · HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Safety culture and leadership
10
Client Relationships
Contract administration and variation · Contract performance and exit · Contract governance and compliance · Strategic customer relationships
11
Risk and Compliance
Corporate governance in banks · Regulatory duty and accountability · Risk, compliance and feasibility analysis · Enterprise risk management in banks
12
Evidence and Research
Data, analytics and customer insight · Data analytics in audit · Evidence, judgement and scepticism · Data migration and cleansing
13
Wellbeing and Resilience
Managing growth, risk and resilience · Stress testing and scenario analysis · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management
14
Workplace Context
Assurance engagements and standards · Engagement and motivation · Measuring engagement and impact · Stakeholder mapping and engagement
15
Practice and Business
Digital marketing strategy and channels · Electric and hybrid vehicles: what changes for the market · Vehicle financing, insurance and total cost of ownership conversations · Automotive marketing and lead generation
16
Digital Delivery
Telehealth and digital care delivery · Professional writing and reports · Ethics of technology in practice · Agile and digital transformation projects
17
Programme Delivery
Real estate development and project appraisal · Programme cycle management in NGOs · Psychoeducation and public communication · Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules
18
Community and Family Context
Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns · Sustainability and social impact in projects · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation
19
Health Context
Measuring brand health · Customer and brand health metrics · Brand health and measurement · Healthy work design
20
Standards and Quality
Coaching and quality monitoring · Service quality and turnaround metrics · Continuous improvement and lean banking · Driving measurable banking improvement
21
Conflict and Resistance
Managing difficult customers · Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers · Conflict resolution over land, water and resources · De-escalation and difficult customers
22
Records and Reporting
Environmental monitoring and reporting · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2) · Sustainability reporting and disclosure
23
Coaching Practice
Coaching for performance · Measuring coaching and mentoring impact · Coaching models and frameworks (GROW) · Facilitation, coaching and mentoring
24
Ethics and Safeguarding
Ethics and fair customer treatment · Professional ethics in customer service · Responsible and ethical service · Ethics and integrity in banking
25
Communication Skills
Professional and persuasive communication · Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications · Communications strategy and planning
26
Development and Learning
Capability and skills frameworks · Building the learning brand · Aligning learning to performance · Leading the learning function
27
Groups and Facilitation
Managing team performance and dynamics · Cross-functional and matrix teams · Leading remote and hybrid teams · High-performance team rituals and cadence
28
Behaviour and Change
Foreign exchange and currency risk · Regulatory change management · Policy that changes behaviour · Embedding values and behaviours
29
Goals and Measurement
Performance management systems and cycles · Embedding learning in performance · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards · Continuous feedback and performance conversations
30
Professional Leadership Practice
Project governance frameworks · Pollution and waste management · Sustainable input management · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Outcomes and Review — applied to your own work
  • Scope, Boundary and Referral — applied to your own work
  • The Therapeutic Alliance — applied to your own work
  • Contracting and Confidentiality — applied to your own work
  • Listening, Reflection and Restraint — applied to your own work
  • Ethics, Supervision and Safety — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CGRD certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CGRD?

This certification is ideal for Counsellors and Therapists, Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners, Social and Community Workers and Helping-Profession Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CGRD certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CGRD internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CGRD certification?

The Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CGRD certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CGRD?

The Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CGRD?

The Certified Grief and Loss Counsellor carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CGRD while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CGRD?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CGRD strengthens your expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing and positions you for advancement across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Clinical Lead
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Senior Counsellor
NGO Sector
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I earned my CGRD while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Wellbeing Programme Manager
Government
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