A Qualitative Course-Based Exploration of the Spiritual Character of Child and Youth Care Practitioners

Andrea Wan (), Ashlyn Ganske (), Brian Kucherepa (), Deanna Seville (), Mianna Spornitz (), Mekdes Gebre () and Gerard Bellefeuille ()
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Andrea Wan: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Ashlyn Ganske: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Brian Kucherepa: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Deanna Seville: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Mianna Spornitz: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Mekdes Gebre: BCYC, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Gerard Bellefeuille: Professor, Dept. Child and Youth Care, MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Eximia Journal, 2021, vol. 3, issue 1, 117-124

Abstract: This paper presents the findings of a qualitative course-based study that explored how child and youth care (CYC) students draw on their spirituality in forming connections with children and youth. A nonprobability purposive sampling strategy was used to recruit CYC student participants in their second, third, and fourth years of study. Due to the ongoing COVID- 19 pandemic, data were collected using an online questionnaire and Zoom video conferencing focus groups. An inductive data analysis revealed three dominant themes: a) being respectful of the spiritual practices and beliefs of others; b) maintaining a sense of hope, meaning, and purpose as an important aspect of mental health; and c) creating, negotiating, and transcending boundaries without sacrificing one’s spiritual identity.

Keywords: Child and Youth Care; Course-Based; Spirituality; Qualitative Research (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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