100% Coursework: Essay (3000 words)
Outline a pastoral issue within your placement and using a theological and theoretical framework propose a plan for intervention and possible referral
or:
Using a specific group from your practice, outline a programme of events that will enhance and develop their faith and spirituality, justifying your decisions with theoretical and theological arguments and identify referral routes

Assess Learning Outcomes 1-4

This module will enable the student to examine and critique approaches to pastoral care, within the context of spiritual development. It will seek to develop an understanding of the role of pastoral care within professional practice and consider the application of different approaches in work with children, young people and families in secular, church and educational contexts. It will provide an introduction to pastoral theology and the study of spirituality.

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the professional practice work place will help develop professional skills.

Hay, D. & Nye, R. (2006) Spirit of the Child (revised edition). London, Jessica Kingsley Press
Doehring C (2006) The Practice of Pastoral Care: A Postmodern Approach, Louisville, Westminster John Knox
Lynch G (2002) Pastoral Care & Counselling (Ethics in Practice Series), London, Sage
Willows D & Swinton J (2000) Spiritual Dimensions of Pastoral Care: Practical Theology in Multiple Contexts, London, Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer helpers