2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog

HS 301/HS 501 Spirituality in Healthcare

Explores the spiritual dimension of healthcare and the incorporation of spirituality into the caring relationship. The intersection of religion, spiritual practices, culture, diversity, life stages, and health issues is examined. Other topics include the identification of one's personal spirituality, discussion of the ethical provision of spiritual care by the healthcare professional, importance of the consideration of spiritual care needs by the healthcare team, and the difference in the roles of the healthcare professional and pastoral care professional.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Sophomore standing