Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care

This subject aims to equip students to understand the diversity of pastoral care and chaplaincy practice within Australian society. It will focus on the development of both knowledge and skills essential for best practice as a chaplain. Students will explore the practice of pastoral care for clients across a range of settings and circumstances, as well as the importance of their own reflection, supervision and self-care strategies.

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: SSC334
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Catrina Henderson

Prerequisites

The following courses are prerequisites:

SSC110—Psychology of Emotion and Wellbeing

Awards offering Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care

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

Unit Content

Outcomes

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.

Subject Content

Foundations of chaplaincy
Effective communication
Theology and chaplaincy
Models of chaplaincy
The professional chaplain – working legally and ethically
Pastoral care emergencies
Spiritual distress and suffering
Supervision and self-care
Spiritual assessment and theological reflection
Suicide intervention and prevention
Disaster chaplaincy
Conducting ceremonies

This course may be offered in the following formats

Onsite (face-to-face)
Online (eLearning)
Intensives
Extensives

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

Assessment Methods

Critical Reflection (30%)
Interview and Criritcal Reflection (30%)
Major Essay (40%)

Prescribed Text

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

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks.