The Spiritual and Religious Makeup of the Hospice Caregiver - Online Inservice
Contact Hours: 1
Cost: $10.00
The purpose of this course is to examine how the healthcare professional’s spiritual and religious makeup influences the role he or she plays in the field of hospice. In studying the fabric of knowledge that transcends science, the course neither labels one religion or practice as good or bad nor does it deny any claims of spiritual experiences or awakenings. The primary objective of this course is to lay credence to the psychological and cultural factors on spiritual and religious development and to understand its strengths and limitations as it interacts with the prioritizing value hospice takes in serving a religiously diverse community.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course the participant will be able to:
- Summarize the definition of an absolute.
- Recognize 2 cultural and psychological influences that could shape or form a person’s sense of absolutes.
- List 2 practices that would allow you to maintain your absolutes while respecting someone with differing beliefs.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Spiritual and Religion - Shades of Meaning
Chapter 3: Cultural and Psychological Constructs of a Belief System
Chapter 4: The Role of Absolutes and Their Impact on Relationships
Chapter 5: Examples of Beliefs Interfering with Hospice Care
Chapter 6: How to Maintain Spiritual Beliefs in Check without Compromise
Chapter 7: Resources