Becoming a Death Doula: A Gentle Introduction to End-of-Life

Course Overview

• Course Title: Becoming a Death Doula: A Gentle Introduction to End-of-Life
• Instructor: Amy-Lynne Mahon
• Target Audience:
  • Caregivers
  • Nurses
  • HCAs
  • PSWs
  • Hospice volunteers
  • Those exploring new career paths in holistic or spiritual care
  • People who’ve experienced loss and feel called to support others
  • Anyone curious about becoming a certified death doula
• Prerequisites:
  • No prior experience or training is required
  • An open heart
  • A willingness to reflect
  • A desire to learn how to better support others at the end of life
  • A journal or notebook to capture personal reflections throughout the course

Curriculum Highlights

• Key Topics Covered:
  • Understanding the role of a death doula
  • Emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of doula care
  • The role of death doulas in the healthcare system
  • Exploring personal alignment with death doula work
  • Guidance on becoming certified
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Emotional and spiritual support techniques
  • Practical guidance for end-of-life care
  • Self-reflection and personal growth
  • Understanding the certification process

Course Format

• Duration: 36 minutes on-demand video
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Resources:
  • 5 articles
  • 10 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion