Workplace Bereavement Advocacy Training
Empower Your Workplace with Bereavement Advocacy Training
At Workplace Bereavement, we go beyond training – we’re building a compassionate community to support your organisation. Our CPD-accredited Bereavement Advocate Training is tailored to equip employers with the tools needed to assist employees during some of the most challenging times of their lives. By fostering an empathetic, supportive workplace culture, you can significantly enhance employee well-being, retention, and overall productivity.
Why Your Organisation Needs Bereavement Advocacy Training
Grief in the workplace is a complex issue with far-reaching consequences. Bereavement can lead to profound emotional and physical challenges, including depression, anxiety, or PTSD, and it directly impacts productivity:
Reduced Efficiency:
Bereaved employees may only function at 25% capacity in the first month, improving to 65% after six months.
Higher Absenteeism:
Employees facing intense grief take an average of 22 days off within the first six months.
Increased Turnover Costs:
Unaddressed bereavement may drive employees to leave, with replacement costs reaching up to £30,614 per employee earning £25,000 or more.
Implementing Bereavement Advocacy Training isn’t just an investment in your employees – it’s a smart business strategy. It reduces the costs of absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover while demonstrating your organisation’s commitment to a compassionate and inclusive workplace.
The Benefits of Bereavement Advocates in Your Workplace
- Enhanced Staff Retention: 77% of young professionals (18–34 years) would consider leaving their job if their employer didn’t provide proper bereavement support.
- Confidence in Leadership: Fewer than 1 in 5 managers feel confident supporting grieving employees. Our training addresses this gap, empowering leaders at all levels.
- Improved Workplace Culture: Advocates create a supportive environment where employees feel valued and cared for, fostering loyalty and morale.
Beyond Training: A Community of Support
We’re not just training providers – we’re your long-term partners. Once employees complete their Bereavement Advocacy Training, they gain access to a supportive network and wrap-around resources, including:
- 24/7 Helpline: Immediate support for advocates and employees navigating grief.
- Member Portal: Recap training modules, access resources, and join forums at your convenience.
- Regular Webinars & Newsletters: Stay updated with the latest insights and strategies for workplace bereavement support.
- Weekly Forums and Drop-Ins: Connect with experts and peers to address questions and challenges.
- Tailored Additional Training: Bridge any gaps in knowledge or skills as needed.
Flexible and Expert-Led Training
Our CPD-accredited courses are tailored to suit your organisation’s needs. Delivered through flexible formats – face-to-face or group sessions – our expert trainers ensure that advocates from HR professionals to shop-floor workers are equipped with the skills to support their colleagues effectively.
Be Part of the Change
By choosing Workplace Bereavement, you’re not just investing in training – you’re investing in people. Together, we can create workplaces that truly care, ensuring that every employee feels supported, valued, and understood during times of loss.
Contact us today to learn more about our training options and how we can help your organisation become a compassionate leader in workplace bereavement support.
