| Contemplative End-of-Life Care Certificate |
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There are no translations available. An innovative certificate program for health care professionals offered by Rigpa's Spiritual Care Program through Naropa University, Colorado The course combines 15-weeks of on-line learning with an 8-day residential retreat. It brings together the contemplative resources of the compassionate approach as presented in The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying and the skills and knowledge of modern hospice and palliative care. Professionals, students and volunteers in any field of medicine and human services with a background or interest in end of life care, coming from all spiritual traditions, are encouraged to apply. The next training starts August 30th, 2012. For information about this year's program click here. A contemplative approach to end-of-life care opens patients and clinicians to remarkable healing and transformation. ... I have witnessed the powerful impact these trainings have had upon our ability to meet the needs of dying patients and their families. The practical but profound skills developed through this program will radically enhance your ability to provide more effective and compassionate care for your patients. They will also enliven your passion for your work as a healer and nurture your own flourishing." |