Dublin Certificate in Evidence Based Spirituality for Healthcare Autumn 2025

The aim of the Dublin Certificate in Evidence Based Spirituality for Healthcare is to provide an opportunity for participants to develop theoretical knowledge in spirituality and spiritual care in the context of healthcare. It also provides participants with an opportunity to explore their own spirituality. The course will also explore issues related to assessing spiritual needs, exploring existential issues, responding to spiritual distress and the provision of spiritual care at end-of-life.

The course will adopt a blended learning approach, with online lectures and facilitated in person workshops, over a period of 10 weeks beginning on Tuesday, 23 September 2025.  The course is facilitated by chaplaincy and education staff from Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services.

The in-person days are:
•     23rd Sept 2025 – Introduction and topics ‘What is spirituality?’; ‘Spirituality, spiritual care & healthcare.’; ‘Understanding one’s own spirituality.’
•     21st October 2025 – Spirituality resources; Hope; Practices (for Hope & Mindfulness); Spiritual interventions – case-studies.
•     2nd December 2025 – Assessment day

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