MHTC 340 - Spirituality and the Helping Tradition

3 Credits
3 hours per week.

This course is offered to aid in the development of culturally competent practitioners who will be critically reflective of and respectfully responsive to the diversity of spiritual values, ethics, and principles that contribute to the world views of the people with whom they work. It will explore the multiple definitions of spirituality and its meaning in and between various cultural and marginalized groups. The course will explore the role of spirituality in supporting or impeding individuals, families, and group strengths as well as its interaction with structural systems. The course will provide various case examinations along with the opportunity to explore skill-based approaches for assessment and intervention. Special emphasis will be given to people of color within urban environments.

Offered (FALL/SPRING)