Thanatology: Reflection and Lived Experience (formerly: Learning from Death & Dying)

Course Information

Students will explore loss, dying, death and grief through reflection of their own experiences, alongside the review of other personal and professional narratives on lived experiences to enhance their holistic knowledge of thanatology and death education. This will include a review of the evolving frameworks and approaches within thanatology, and the opportunity for students to share their own reflections and insights about dying, death and bereavement in contemporary society.

Intake S26 SEM

Start Date May 12 / 2026

End Date Aug 18 / 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:
MO-PSYC10039

Host college code:
CL-CETH115

How to register

Register online by visiting the Continuing Education Registration platform

If you require assistance please visit our How to Register webpage.  When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).

Contact

Karen Bacher
OntarioLearn Coordinator, Continuing Education
Email : karen.bacher@mohawkcollege.ca

135 Fennell Avenue West
Hamilton, ON
L9C 0E5

Phone : (905) 575-2706
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