Mission and Charity Work St. Elizabeth College of Health and Social Work

Overview

The Mission and Charity Work programme from St. Elizabeth College of Health and Social Work  represents an alternative to the traditional study of social work, and has an interdisciplinary character. It combines knowledge from social sciences, theology, cultural anthropology and health. Its main goal is to prepare experts for a holistic approach to individuals and communities who are in situations of social exclusion or are at risk of this. 

The programme emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge, practical skills and evangelical values, thus preparing graduates for qualified performance of social, missionary, humanitarian and development work. The work of graduates is oriented not only to the Slovak environment, but also to international contexts, especially within developing countries.

Key Facts

A student of the master's study programme acquires extensive theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of theories, methods and forms of social work, which he will be able to apply in direct work with diverse client groups, as well as in the analysis and evaluation of social policy concepts. He will gain in-depth knowledge of models, forms and methods of missionary work, which he will be able to effectively apply in domestic and international conditions, including culturally sensitive contexts. He will master the characteristic and specific features of individual target groups of social, missionary, charitable and humanitarian work. He will acquire knowledge of methodology and statistics of research in social work, which he will use in planning, implementing and evaluating research projects and applied research in practice.