Module Additional Assessment Details
a) Write a critical analysis of a chaplaincy context. (1500 words)
Learning outcomes 1,2,3,5,6 (50%)
b) Write a reflective journal (1500 words)
Learning outcomes 1,4,5,6 (50%)
Module Indicative Content
This module is designed to give students the knowledge, skills and understanding they need in paediatric chaplaincy including religious, spiritual and pastoral care in a multicultural context. Students will analyse a theological basis chaplaincy as well as evaluate a range of models for chaplaincy and consider their relevance in various contexts. Students will understand the distinctiveness of paediatric chaplaincy.
Module Learning Strategies
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.
Module Resources
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 team
Module Texts
Ballard, P (2005) The bible in pastoral practice. Darton, Longman and Todd..
Nash, P. (2011) Supporting Dying Children and Their Families. SPCK.
Swift, C (2009) Hospital Chaplaincy in the Twenty First Century. Ashgate.