Details for Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care

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This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Become familiar with key aspects of Christian service and ethical practice in the secular environment and current industry trends;
Articulate the knowledge you need to serve in your chosen community under the appropriate chaplaincy/pastoral care models (policy frameworks) and sensitivity to your place within your work system;
Compare and contrast different perspectives in the provision of chaplaincy/pastoral care in terms of their relevance to human relationships and respect for religious and cultural values;
Discuss the need for on- going supervision and professional development.

Definitions of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care
The role of a Chaplain/Pastoral Carer in a variety of current Australian contexts
Common Chaplaincy/Pastoral Care issues
Communicating the gospel in a secular setting (awareness that this is not permitted in many workplaces)
The cycle of programming, implementing, evaluating and reflecting in Chaplaincy and pastoral care
Reporting to others and accountability as a chaplain or pastoral carer
The importance of continuing Professional Development

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Paget, N. & McCormack J. (2006). The Work of the Chaplain. Judson Press, Valley Forge PA.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks.