18 hours of self-paced training across 4 modules.
The Advanced Certification deepens your understanding of the GRM programs, processes, lessons, and homework assignments. Presented in an academic manner with pre-recorded videos and quizzes — work at your own pace once your 4-day Foundational training is complete.
Below is a module-by-module breakdown of every unit included in the training. You can also download the full PDF agenda to share or save for reference.
Download Agenda PDFAdvanced Online Capabilities — One-on-One
The deepest module. Comprehensive instruction on delivering each of the seven sessions of the GRM One-on-One program online, plus communication strategies and post-course follow-up guidance.
Unit 1-1
1.5 hours plus quiz time
Introduction & Foundations
- •3 videos covering a general introduction to the module
- •The background and need for working online
- •The basics of online delivery
- •Expectations of the participants when engaging in this course
Unit 1-2
1 hour plus quiz time
Communication Strategies & Expectations
- •2 videos on communication strategies and expectations
- •Expectations of the trainees for thorough communication with participants prior to the beginning of their online work
- •Expected communication with the participant throughout the course
- •Tips and techniques for motivating and encouraging participants throughout the course, maximizing their success in the program
Unit 1-3
4 hours plus quiz time
Session-by-Session Instruction (One-on-One)
- •Each of the seven videos in this Unit pertains to a single session
- •Tips on presenting the materials
- •Possible challenges that might occur
- •Suggestions for helping make each session successful
- •Showing how the sessions are built on each other through completion
Unit 1-4
2 hours plus quiz time
Post-Course Follow Up
- •How to lead a post-course follow up with the participants
- •Discuss how participants may continue to use the GRM tools in the future
- •Additional expectations of the GRMS in completing the course with participants
- •“Next Steps” — follow up with the additional modules
- •Where to find resources on the GRI website specific to this training
Advanced Online Capabilities — Group
Online delivery of the 8-session GRM Group program. Logistics, communication chain, pilot-group recommendation, and session-by-session instruction.
Unit 2-1
15 minutes
Introduction to the Online Group Format
- •Overview and orientation to the online group format
Unit 2-2
30 minutes
License & Service Agreement Coverage
- •How this format is covered by the License and Service Agreement
- •Basic logistics of working online with a group
- •Online platform basics (Zoom as an example)
Unit 2-3
30 minutes
The Communication Chain
- •Discussion of the content and use of the Communication Chain to be used in communicating with group participants
Unit 2-4
20 minutes
Pilot Group Recommendation
- •Explanation of the recommendation for doing a pilot group with the online format
Unit 2-5
1 hour
Sessions 1–8: Online Group Program
- •Specific description and content of each of the 8 sessions in the online group program
Unit 2-13
25 minutes
Next Steps & Resources
- •Next steps after completion
- •Discussion of resources to be found on the GRI website
Advanced Online Capabilities — Helping Children with Loss (HCWL) Group
Online delivery of the HCWL group program. More academic in nature than the other modules — covers working with professional organizations to implement these programs.
Unit 3-1
15 minutes
Introduction to the Online HCWL Format
- •Orientation to the HCWL group format online
Unit 3-2
30 minutes
License & Service Agreement Coverage
- •Discussion of the License and Service Agreement in relation to this format
- •Basic logistics of working online with a group
- •Online platform basics (Zoom as an example)
Unit 3-3
30 minutes
About the HCWL Course
- •Basic information about the HCWL course
- •Appropriate audiences, populations, etc.
- •Use with professionals, friends, family members
Unit 3-4
30 minutes
Online Group Skills & Working with Organizations
- •Discussion of basic online group skills
- •This course is more academic than our other programs, so we also discuss working with professional organizations to implement these programs
Unit 3-5
2 hours
Sessions 1–4: HCWL Program
- •Specific description and content of each of the 4 sessions in this program
- •Includes instruction on how to construct an Emotional Energy Checklist
- •Includes a summary and discussion of next steps
Advanced Online Capabilities — Pet Loss
Online delivery of the Pet Loss program. Six sessions covered across three videos.
Unit 4-1
20 minutes plus quiz time
Introduction & Background
- •Introduction and background for this program
Unit 4-2
1.5 hours plus quiz time
Sessions 1–6: Pet Loss Program
- •Specific description and content of each of the six sessions
- •Two sessions covered in each of three videos
- •Video 4 includes a summary and discussion of next steps
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