During this course, attendees will increase their own understanding of the world of children with regards to their developmental needs, and they will be encouraged to reflect critically on the spiritual experience of children with regards to illness, pain, and suffering. The impact of illness, hospitalisation and healthcare encounters on the child and family will be discussed, including children living with disabilities, chronic illness, life-threatening conditions such as HIV/AIDS and cancer, as well as the dying child. A discussion on the hospital environment will enable attendees to establish safe and effective visitation programmes for children. Attendees will also gain a better understanding of the rights of children in healthcare as well as relevant aspects of the Children’s Act.
Course Details
What you will learn
- Understanding Children's Developmental Needs: Explore children's developmental needs and their spiritual experiences related to illness, pain, and suffering
- Impact of Illness: Discuss the effects of illness, hospitalization, and healthcare encounters on children and their families
- Special Cases: Examine conditions such as disabilities, chronic illnesses, HIV/AIDS, cancer, and the experiences of the dying child
- Hospital Environment: Learn to establish safe and effective visitation programs for children in hospital settings
- Children’s Rights: Gain insight into children's rights in healthcare, including aspects of the Children’s Act.
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.