Advanced Pastoral Theology and Clinical Practice

An advanced course in pastoral theology integrating theological reflection with clinical training. Students explore advanced topics in spiritual direction, trauma-informed care, and clinical pastoral education.

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10 Lessons

3 Credits

Self-paced

Text-Based Learning

Self-Paced

About This Course

What You Will Learn

Integrate theological reflection with advanced pastoral practice

Provide trauma-informed pastoral care with sensitivity and competence

Practice spiritual direction using classical and contemporary methods

Navigate complex ethical situations in pastoral ministry

Demonstrate readiness for clinical pastoral education and chaplaincy

Prerequisites

CHR204

Course Content

10 lessons · Self-paced estimated

Pastoral Theology as Theological Discipline

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Spiritual Direction: History, Theory, and Practice

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Trauma-Informed Pastoral Care

Pastoral Care and Mental Health: Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction

Pastoral Care in Cross-Cultural Contexts

The Theology of Suffering and Pastoral Response

Clinical Pastoral Education: Principles and Practice

Supervision and Accountability in Pastoral Ministry

Ethics in Pastoral Care: Power, Boundaries, and Trust

Advanced Case Studies in Pastoral Care

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