This course provides a foundational introduction to spiritual care and counselling for the sick, with a focus on hospital ministry. It is ideal for those beginning their counselling careers or those seeking to enhance their existing knowledge. The program equips attendees with basic skills
and knowledge to counsel sick and hospitalized individuals effectively, offering spiritual care and guidance in diverse situations.
- Understand the impact of illness on individuals and their relationships.
- Gain insights into the modern healthcare environment and learn appropriate communication within it.
- Master basic counselling skills to support the sick and their families.
- Be equipped to provide spiritual care and guidance tailored to various circumstances.
Course Details
What you will learn
- Illness and the Hospital Environment: Goals of pastoral care; understanding illness and its conflicts; navigating the healthcare environment; illness and healing in the African context.
- Basic Counselling Skills: Key traits of a counsellor; listening and exploring emotions; empathetic responses and questioning; conversational models for pastoral care.
- Spiritual and Pastoral Support: Spirituality in healthcare; biblical models for crisis understanding; addressing emotional and spiritual needs; using Scripture, prayer, and focused care.
University of Pretoria Certificate
As an extension to the course, delegates have the option to do an additional assignment, which will be sent to the University of Pretoria for accreditation. The details of the certificate are discussed during the course. Please note that certificates are issued only once a year by the University of Pretoria. The UP certificate for any courses completed during 2025, will be issued in 2026 by the University.
Registration Process
1. Download and complete the registration form.You can either download and print the form, then fill it out by hand, or- complete the form online by filling out the fillable PDF.
2. Email your completed form to friend@hospivision.org.za.If you are applying for a scholarship, please include your scholarship application form along with the registration form.
3. Once your registration has been reviewed and approved, an invoice will be sent to the email address you provided. (Make payment using the invoice number as reference. This helps ensure your registration is processed smoothly. You can also send proof of payment to finance@hospivision.org.za if you wish.)
4. After payment is confirmed, all study materials will be sent to the same email address.
Please ensure you take note of the course dates you registered for.
Scholarship
If you are applying for a scholarship, please remember to include your completed scholarship application form along with your registration form. Incomplete applications may delay the process.
Please note: Scholarships do not include the UP-Enterprises certificate fee. This optional certificate can be paid for separately after successful completion and submission of the required assignment
Scholarships for this conference are made possible through the generous support of:
- Diaconia, and
- Grant 63219 from the John Templeton Foundation
We are grateful for their commitment to ensuring broader access to spiritual support and care in healthcare!
