The Center for Death Education offers live, interactive online learning experiences designed to deepen understanding of the dying process, end-of-life care, death, and grief. Our interactive format allows you to engage directly with professional instructors in real time, fostering meaningful discussions and deeper exploration of these topics.

We believe education plays a vital role in increasing understanding, reducing fear and uncertainty, and strengthening emotional resilience to support overall well-being. Our courses provide factual, research-based insights into key theories, studies, and methodologies across multiple disciplines, including thanatology, psychology, gerontology, philosophy, sociology, and medical fields. By enrolling in our classes, you will gain a deeper understanding of death and dying, along with practical skills and insights to support individuals, friends, and families through difficult times.

Our classes serve as an educational resource rather than a support group. While sharing is encouraged, they are not a substitute for professional therapy, legal counsel, or medical guidance. If you are seeking support for a personal experience related to death, we encourage you to consult a licensed professional. For recommendations, please feel free to contact us or visit our Resources page.

Taking classes in death education offers valuable insights that can enhance personal understanding, emotional resilience, and professional expertise. Our interactive format allows you to engage directly with professional instructors in real time, fostering meaningful discussions and deeper exploration of these topics.

Many individuals enroll in our courses to navigate their own experiences with death, dying, and grief. By deepening their knowledge, they often find themselves less anxious when thinking or talking about these difficult topics. Additionally, death education provides perspective on what friends, family members, or others coping with loss may be experiencing, fostering empathy and meaningful support.

Professionals working in healthcare, counseling, social work, and related fields can also benefit from these classes, as they gain essential tools to assist individuals facing end-of-life challenges.

Beyond practical applications, studying death, dying, and grief can be a transformative experience. It broadens one’s understanding of diverse cultural, religious, and philosophical perspectives, corrects misconceptions, and introduces new insights that may not have been previously considered.

Ultimately, deepening our understanding of death fosters a greater appreciation for life, strengthens relationships, and encourages more intentional living. Death education is a vital part of personal growth, enriching our perspectives and deepening our connections with others.

Thanatology is the study of death and dying, including its physical, emotional, social, and medical aspects. It explores how people experience grief, how different cultures approach death, and the ethical issues surrounding end-of-life care. A thanatologist is a professional who specializes in understanding death, grief, and the dying process. They use knowledge from medicine, psychology, spirituality, and ethics to help individuals and communities navigate loss and end-of-life experiences.

The Center for Death Education is led by a team of highly qualified instructors with PhD's, Medical Degrees (M.D.), advanced degrees in Thanatology (M.A/M.S), or specialized certifications, skill set, or credentials that validate their expertise in teaching these complex subjects. Their extensive knowledge and experience enable them to deliver comprehensive courses that provide a deep understanding of death, dying, and grief from multiple perspectives.

The Center for Death Education is led by a team of highly qualified instructors with PhD's, Medical Degrees (M.D.), advanced degrees in Thanatology (M.A/M.S), or specialized certifications, skill set, or credentials that validate their expertise in teaching these complex subjects. Their extensive knowledge and experience enable them to deliver comprehensive courses that provide a deep understanding of death, dying, and grief from multiple perspectives. Read more about our instructors on out About Us page.

Our death education, live-streaming classes are open to individuals aged 13 and older who wish to explore topics related to death, dying, grief, and loss. We foster a supportive, interactive, and engaging learning environment that welcomes people of all backgrounds, cultures, skill sets, and beliefs.

We understand that everyone's comfort level and experience with death and dying is unique, and we respect these differences. Parrticipants can engage in discussions at their own pace or simply listen. Cameras are optional, allowing those who prefer privacy to learn anonymously. Classes are not recorded, creating a comfortable and open space for honest and meaningful discussions.

Our classes are not a substitute for professional therapy, legal counsel, or medical guidance. If you are coping with a with a difficult personal experience, we encourage you to consult a licensed professional. For recommendations, please feel free to contact us or visit our Resources page.

We offer a range of death education classes that explore different aspects of death, dying, end-of-life care, and grief. You can choose single-subject classes or opt for a package of 4 or 8 classes for a more comprehensive learning experience.

Each class is roughly 1.5 hours long and includes time for open discussions and questions. If you select single-subject classes, you have the flexibility to take them in any order based on your interests and learning goals.

Our classes provide a supportive space for exploring death, dying, and grief. We recognize that these topics can be sensitive, and our goal is to empower participants to engage in meaningful conversations with friends, family, and loved ones.

Each class is roughly 1.5 hours long and includes both lectures and discussions, allowing you to absorb research-based material while also sharing their thoughts and experiences. Our courses are offered live-streamed at various times and dates.

We keep class sizes small to encourage deeper conversations and a more engaging learning experience. By not recording sessions, we create a welcoming environment where participants can share openly and engage in meaningful discussions.

Upon registering, you will receive a confirmation email verifying your enrollment. Three days before the class begins, a meeting link will be sent to you, allowing you to join the live session from your personal device.

During the class, we encourage interactive participation through camera or chat, allowing you to engage with the instructor and fellow learners. However, camera use is optional, offering anonymity for those who prefer to learn in a more private setting.

Our classes are designed to foster thoughtful and honest conversations about death, dying, and grief. Recording classes can have unforseen drawbacks such asl:

• Reduced Engagement – When learners know a class is recorded, they may feel less inclined to participate actively, assuming they can review the material later. This can lead to less dynamic discussions and interaction.
• Privacy Concerns – Some learners may feel uncomfortable speaking openly if they know their words are being recorded, especially when discussing sensitive topics.
• Encourages Passive Learning – Watching a recorded lecture later may lead to passive consumption rather than active engagement, reducing retention and critical thinking.
• Potential Misuse – Recorded sessions can be shared or edited in ways that misrepresent the original discussion, raising ethical concerns.
• Loss of Spontaneity – Instructors and learners may feel pressured to be overly polished, limiting natural conversation and exploration of ideas.

By not recording classes, we foster an environment where participants feel more comfortable expressing their thoughts, exploring difficult questions, and engaging in meaningful discussions without worrying about lasting records.

We understand that plans change and you may need to cancel or reschedule a class or service. To receive a full refund for any paid class or service, please notify us at least 24 hours before the start time of the class or service. For confirmation of identity, please send the cancellation notice from your registered email address to contactus@centerfordeathed.org. In the event that you need to cancel your attendance within 24 hours of the class start time, we offer the option for you to receive a credit towards attending a future class, within 3 months. However, please note that we are unable to provide a refund or credit if no notification is received and the class has already started.