Cultural Thanatology (formerly CL-CETH102)

Course Information

Students will explore how cultural patterns and beliefs influence global perspectives on illness, dying, death and grief. Students will learn about a variety of different cultures, religions, spiritual practices, and traditions relating to death, dying, ang grief, to develop respect for the diversity of cultural practices both locally and globally. Students will also explore the importance of cultural awareness and humility when providing care for the dying, dead and bereaved.

Intake F26 SEM

Start Date Sep 08 / 2026

End Date Dec 15 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

CETH100 Introduction to Thanatology, DU-SOCI1288, Diversity and Cultural Humility, or similar is an asset.

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
DU-TBA

Host college code:
CL-CETH112

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register.

Contact

Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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