Course description
The Postgraduate Certificate is a 1-year course which is also the first year of the Masters in Chaplaincy. The course if for Chaplains who want to take time to develop and reflect upon their own understanding of their Chaplaincy practice and those they serve.
Training Course Content
The programme consists of three modules.
- Chaplaincy: Principles and Practice (20 credits)
- Understanding Spirituality (20 credits)
- Reflective practice (20 credits)
The core module of Chaplaincy: Principles and Practice explores an understanding of your role in institutional settings basing your practice as a Chaplain on a secure grasp of your own values, faith and work context as well as exploring models of pastoral care.
The module Understanding Spirituality will enable you to understand the concepts of spiritualties and faith formation in contemporary society. The module will also develop an understanding of what issues and trends in faith and spirituality may particularly affect people today.
The reflective practice module is an essential element of our integrated model and meets the expected professional standards. With initial taught input by Birmingham Newman staff. The emphasis is on experiential learning and reflective practice in your chaplaincy context.
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Birmingham Newman University
Founded in 1968, Birmingham Newman University is a community-focused institution based in Bartley Green, Birmingham. It has built strong partnerships with many local businesses, charities and schools, making it an ideal choice for students wishing to gain practical experience during...