CON 306 - Caring in Death, Dying, and Bereavement3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
15. [CD] Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
Interdisciplinary courses covering a wide range of possible disciplines and topics. Course options focus on seeking and understanding connections and influences between two related or seemingly unrelated areas of study, or on investigating the contributions of one discipline through the lens and values of another.
This course will offer an overview of the basic themes and constructs of death, dying and bereavement. Students will increase their awareness on what the dying fear and wish, and effective ways to care for them. Grief and mourning will also be explored. Several different religions and cultures will be compared as to specific beliefs, rituals, and practices. Students will also have an opportunity to review their own personal thoughts and beliefs on death, dying, and bereavement.
Prerequisite(s): HON 101 or PHI 210
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