Understanding Ambiguous & Non-Death Loss

Not every loss has a clear ending, and not every form of grief is recognized by others. Divorce, estrangement, infertility, relocation, chronic illness, and changes in identity can bring real and lasting grief—even when there has been no death.

This introductory live online class explores ambiguous and non-death loss: experiences that may be ongoing, uncertain, or largely invisible. Without familiar rituals, clear answers, or wider recognition, these losses can leave you feeling confused, isolated, or unsure whether your grief is valid.

During this 90-minute session, you will gain a clearer understanding of why these experiences affect us so deeply and why they can be difficult to resolve. The class offers a compassionate way to understand your own experience, support someone you care about, or learn more about grief that does not follow a clearly defined path.

Open to everyone. No previous knowledge or professional experience is required.

Registration includes a certificate for 1.5 Professional Development Hours (PDHs).

Your registration helps support the Center for Death Education’s nonprofit mission to make accurate, compassionate education about death, dying, grief, and end-of-life care accessible and affordable.