Year
2018
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 3-hour independent study weekly
Assessment
Assignments; Tutorial presentation; Oral.
Topic description
This topic introduces the art of pastoral care. Theological and ethical issues of care will be explored. Pastoral listening, non-anxious presence, reflection, exploration and prayer will be studied and practiced throughout the class.
Educational aims
The aims of this topic are to:
- familiarise students with theological, ethical and personal attributes fundamental to pastoral care
- provide students with a variety of opportunities for reflection and practice of pastoral care
- offer a safe environment for exploring and developing students’ theological framework of care
Expected learning outcomes
Students who have completed this topic will be able to:
- define and apply pastoral skill in conversations of care
- identify and explore ethical issues in pastoral practice
- demonstrate ethical pastoral practice including appropriate assessment and referral options
- construct a theological framework for pastoral practice.
Key dates and timetable
Timetable details for 2018 are no longer published.
Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
South Australia 5042
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