Description
ANIMAL DOULA – TRANSITIONING WITH LOVE IS AN EXTREMELY RARE AND UNIQUE PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA COURSE WITH ANIMAL MAGIC TRAINING.
There are around just a dozen of Animal Doula’s in the UK for this much needed service. You may choose to practice from sole advertising or as I do, receive Veterinary referral.
ANIMAL DOULA – Transitioning With Love – A professional practitioner diploma training course
Module One – The Important Role of The Animal Magic Doula
Training & Professional Certification
End of Life Care
Veterinary Collaboration
The Grief Process
A Transitioning Act
Doula Service & The Responsibilities of an Animal Doula
Education
A Meaningful Passing
An Individual Service
Module Two – Supporting Grief as an Animal Magic Doula
Active Listening
Emotional Validation
Creating a Safe Space
Offering Resources
Creating a Bridge
Providing On-Going Support
Self-Care
Effective Veterinary Communication
Module Three – The Effective Animal Magic Doula
Compassion / Communication / Resilience / Commitment
A Passion for Animals
Collaboration
Education
The On-Going Journey
Module Four – Creating An Enriching Memorial Space
Atmosphere / Layout / Sensory Comfort / Emotional Support
Limited Space
Module Five – Conducting An Enriching Animal Memorial Ceremony
Choosing The Setting
Opening Words
Sharing Memories
Symbolic Rituals
Nature & Creative Based Memorial Ceremonies
The Animal Magic Doula Ceremonial Script
The Many Ways of Remembrance
Module Six – Identifying Transitional Time
Recognising The Signs
Co-Existence
Mobility / Breathing / Biological Functions / Physical Appearance / Emotional
and Behavioural Changes / Anxiety and Stress
Deeper Connection and Recognition
Module Seven – The Quality of Life
Assessment
Daily Life
Pain & Emotional Wellbeing
Knowledge Based Assessment
Module Eight – Providing Support as an Animal Magic Doula
Emotional Techniques for Animals
Sensory Experiences
Creating A Bond
Developing Additional Skills
The Holistic Care Plan
Ritual
Module Nine – Creating The Right Environment for Animal Transition
Sacred Space / Soothing Atmosphere / Supportive Family / Veterinary
Collaboration
Honouring The Everlasting Bond Between Human and Animal
Module Ten – Collaboration With Vets and Other Animal Health professionals
Building Relationships
Effective Communication
Networking
The Value of The Animal Magic Doula
Shared Efforts
Module Eleven – A Veterinary Perspective on End of Life care
The Crucial Role of Vets
A Summary of The Role
Compassionate Approach
Collaboration
Effective Communication Strategy
Bridging The Gap Between Orthodox and Holistic
Staying in Touch
On-Going Training
Module Twelve – Ethical Considerations as an Animal Magic Doula
Professionalism / Sufferance / Conflicts / Financial Aspects
Reflection
Informed Consent and Decision Making
Knowledge / Aspects / Choices
Module Thirteen – Cultural Beliefs and Differences
Cultural Differences and Perspectives
Honouring Different Bonds
Module Fourteen – Establishing a Grief Support Framework
Grief Support Services and Counselling
Literature and Groups
Other Strategies and Support
Tailored Doula Services
Module Fifteen – Personal Examples of Animal Magic Doula Care
Magus / Bib / Chimpy / Daisy
Reflections
Lessons Learned
Self-Nurturing
Adaptability
Module Sixteen – Professional Practice of The Animal Magic Doula
Best Practice
The Collaborative Approach
Personal Reviews
Module Seventeen – Self-Care of An Animal Magic Doula
Self-Support
Physical Signs of Burnout
Strategies For Self-Care
Boundaries
Support Groups
Module Eighteen – The Future of The Animal Magic Doula
The Holistic Approach
Veterinary Referrals
Technological Support
Evolution
Module Nineteen – Creating a Lasting Legacy of Animal Companionship
Living Tributes
Keepsakes and Displays
Personalised Items
Rituals and Remembrance
Creative Expressions
Personal Memorials
Custom Urns
Jewellery
Memorial Stones
Memorial Albums
Module Twenty – Applied Learning
These sections need to be completed for professional Animal Magic Doula
Certification
Graduation; There will be a series of questions and two written assessment papers to qualify as an Animal Magic Doula Expert. It’s anticipated that you will spend between 30 – 50 hours in study
