The Perinatal Grief Counseling Program from AIHCP’s and the American Academy of Grief Counseling opens the door for healthcare providers to expand their skills and knowledge in the area of perinatal loss. This sometimes disenfranchised loss looks closer at the pain of miscarriage and infertility, as well as addressing the extremely painful losses of stillborn, SIDS, as well as children born with developmental problems. This specialized type of counselor with experience and knowledge in perinatal grief can help women, as well as spouses, and families through the difficulties associated with any type of perinatal loss. Completing our certification also puts you in our health care fellowship program, which awards you the certification in addition to fellowship status, showcasing your specialized training and commitment to the program.
Perinatal Grief Counseling Certification Course Requirements & Prices
Before joining our Perinatal Grief Counseling program, interested professionals need to meet one of the following prerequisites for enrollment:
- Is a Certified Grief Counselor in the American Academy of Grief Counseling.
- Hold a certificate or certification in Grief Counseling from another organization AND meet AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification prerequisites.
A perinatal grief counseling certification from AIHCP lasts for four years, with an option to renew through our health care recertification courses. This can involve participation in our courses designed for continuing education for healthcare professionals. Once completed, the candidate can add the “PGC-CSp.” credentials to their name which stands for “Perinatal Grief Counselor-Certified Specialist” .
The program itself consists of three required CE courses, which will cost a total of $450 and include the courses below. After completing the courses there is a certification fee of $220, plus shipping and handling, which includes the official certificate, ID card, and other related documents.
- GC 775 – Perinatal Loss for Grief and Health Care Professionals
- GC 780 – Grief Counseling for Perinatal Loss
- GC 785 – Perinatal Grief: Concepts and Strategies for Effective Clinical Support
Please note that the costs listed above do not include the pricing of additional textbooks and learning materials required for the course. To see if you qualify for certification, please fill out our qualification review form. If accepted, we will provide you with details for the next steps.
How to Renew Your Perinatal Grief Counselor Certification
Perinatal Grief Counseling Certification status expire after four years, and you can get recertified with AIHCP. You will need to obtain 50 or more continuing education hours and submit a minimum of 500 hours of practice with your current grief counseling certification. You will also need to pay $220, plus shipping and handling, to submit your application for recertification.
You can learn more about the full requirements for renewal on our Perinatal Grief Counselor Recertification page.
Grief Counseling Certification Testimonials
The success of AIHCP’s Grief Counseling certification is thanks to the many professionals who continue to thrive in their careers with our programs.
You can read more about the experiences of other healthcare professionals with AIHCP on our Testimonials page.
The Importance of Perinatal Grief Counseling Certification
Case managers play a vital role in the patient journey. Together with the patient, case managers create plans that bring patients back to full health and lower the risk of repeat incidents with steps to sustain a healthy lifestyle and other patient-centric goals. The role of a case manager encompasses multiple components of assessment, planning, evaluating, and coordinating various factors of care that provide the best outcome for each patient.
By taking on the case manager certification course from AIHCP, you can learn to tackle these fundamental concepts with confidence and efficiency that translates to happier and healthier patients. See what you can accomplish today with the courses available from AIHCP.
FAQs on Perinatal Grief Counseling Certification
What are the key benefits of having a certification?
Getting a certification opens multiple opportunities for you and your career. The lessons learned during the course can be passed on to patients and colleagues alike, increasing awareness of new techniques and bolstering your knowledge within the field. The certification also allows for new opportunities in both networking and career advancement, giving you access to higher contacts and better pay.
Do I need to take the continuing education courses or program to achieve my certification?
Yes, our model for certification is designed so that certified members obtain the same educational achievements and have consistency in the knowledge and skills attained. This is because our model focuses on core, comprehensive knowledge and skills that have been determined to practice the specialty at a higher level of quality. There are instances where past education may be used to waive some of the courses required, but this is evaluated on an individual basis.
Do you offer a curriculum of continuing education courses that meet the requirements for your certification standards?
Each of our certification programs includes continuing education curricula that are designed to meet the full requirements for certification.
Do your continuing education courses have any Board approvals?
Most of our continuing education courses include multiple board approvals. However, the type of approval depends on the professional boards associated with that specialty. You can see the full list on our healthcare CE approvals page.
Is a certification necessary for grief counseling?
Patients and peers alike expect healthcare professionals to stay knowledgeable and proficient in the field. Attaining a grief counseling certification shows that you’ve taken considerable time and resources to stay current on new advancements in the industry and pass on that knowledge in your work. In other words, the certification is a sign of commitment to the profession, and it displays your confidence in achieving the best results for your patients. You can view more information on what is certification at this link.
Does attaining the certification mean that I’m certified for life?
Initial certifications are for a four-year period, and you would need to be recertified every four years after that. We strongly believe that professional certification requires you to commit and maintain efforts for ongoing education, learning new skills attainment and constantly practicing in your specialty practice. With each recertification, the goal is for you to learn about new advancements in the field and gain new knowledge that translates to more efficient work that satisfies patients and puts them on a track for long-term well-being.
What is the process for your Certification programs? How do I enter and complete a the perinatal grief counselor certification program?
We have a dedicated page that provides a quick over-view of our certification process. It will provide you with good information about the process/phases of both the education courses and application for certification.