SWK 3470 Spirituality and Professional Practice in the Helping Professions

(formerly SWK 347; Spirituality and Social Work Practice)

The spiritual dimension of social work practice is examined as it relates to professional relationships with clients, patients, students, families, groups, co-workers and society.  The focus of this course is to provide both an intellectual and experiential learning context for deepening the professional practitioner’s understanding of the significance of spirituality. The course will explore two overarching and interrelated dynamics by examining spirituality: (1) within the context of individual development as a search for purpose, meaning, and connection to oneself, other people, the universe and ultimate reality, and (2) examining it in its broader context to activism that seeks to create a more just and equitable society, honoring human rights and utilizing compassion as a source for social change.

Credits

3

Distribution

Social Work

Offered

Fall, Spring