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Graduate Studies

Pastoral Care and Counseling Certificate
of Advanced Studies in Spiritual Direction Supervision

 

The Certificate of Advanced Studies in Spiritual Direction Supervision (C.A.S.) is designed for experienced spiritual directors who seek professional development or enrichment in the area of supervision.

In consultation with the Program Coordinator, the C.A.S. student designs an individualized learning contract which includes the following requirements:

 

  • 9 credits of in-class courses focusing on theory and integration.

  • 6 credits of supervised practicum experiences.

The student who successfully completes these 15 credits in fulfillment of the individualized learning contract will be awarded the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Spiritual Direction Supervision.

Certificate of Advanced Study in Spiritual Direction Supervision (C.A.S.) Outcomes

At the completion of the C.A.S. program in Spiritual Direction Supervision, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a deeper understanding of the relationship between spirituality and psychology, in both theory and practice.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the spectrum of great teachers in the history of Christian spirituality.

  • Understand the difference between supervision and consultation in spiritual direction.

  • Understand the various paths for further professional development in the spiritual direction field and have sufficient information and experience to pursue them, if so desired.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the history of spiritual direction in a variety of religious traditions.

 

For more information, please call the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
at (610) 558-5616 or (800) 9-NEUMANN or feel free to e-mail us at neumann@neumann.edu.

 

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