Aging and Spirituality Integrated Psychotherapy
College: Emmanuel College
Instructor(s): Isgandarova, Nazila
Course Code: 
EMP3562HF
Semester: 
First Semester
Section: 
6201
Online: 
Yes
Credits: 
One Credit
Location: 
Online – Synchronous
Description: 

This course examines the theory, research and practice of evidence-based spiritual care and psychotherapy in the field of aging. The course looks at a variety of theories on aging and ways of helping the elderly. There is a focus on various evidence-based modalities for working with the elderly including spiritually integrated psychotherapy, narrative, person-centered, and solution focused therapies. The course engages theories of human growth and invites students to examine their own awareness and safe and effective use of self in working with the elderly. Case studies from the literature will be integrated into the class discussions to explore topics such as stereotypes about aging, changes in lifestyles in later life, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual issues, dementia and mental health issues, death and dying. The course emphasizes the strengths, wisdom and resilience of the elderly.

Pre-Requisites Currently Offered Next Scheduled Previously Offered Scheduling Information
Summer 2023
Start Time: 
18:00
End Time: 
21:00
Hours per Week: 
3
Schedule: 
Tue
Begin Date: 
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 to Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Minimum: 
10
Maximum: 
20
Enrolment Notes: 
Last day to register and pay: April 21; last day to drop: May 10
Schedule Notes: 
Mandatory attendance for summer intensive courses
Additional Notes: 
Course syllabus will be posted in Quercus course.
Teaching Method: 
Lectures
Readings
Means of Evaluation: 
Class Participation
Reflection Paper
Research Paper