Spirituality and Religion in Graduate Social Work Education

2012 ◽  
pp. 27-41
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Social Work Education ◽  
Spirituality And Religion ◽  
Work Education ◽  
Graduate Social Work

Using Fowler’s Stages of Faith to Understand the Development of Aspiring Social Workers

2020 ◽  
Vol 47 (4) ◽  
pp. 19-29
Author(s):  
Ratonia C Runnels ◽  
Albert Thompkins
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Social Workers ◽  
Social Work Education ◽  
Social Work Students ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Religion And Spirituality ◽  
Stage Of Development ◽  
Spirituality And Religion ◽  
Stages Of Faith ◽  
Work Education

The integration of religion and spirituality into social work education and practice remains a contentious topic of debate.  For Christian social workers, social work students and educators, integrating theories of faith and faith experiences into the educational process can be beneficial.  To date there has been little evidence on how teaching spirituality and religion content in accredited programs is enhancing practice.  This article presents a conceptual roadmap for instructors and students preparing to enter field practicum.  By aligning Fowler's Stages of Faith with students' anticipatory process, instructors can be better equipped to navigate each stage of development. 

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