Guided Project in Contemplative Care

This subject allows students to develop a project proposal that builds upon and synthesises the contemplative research and practice skills they have previously learned in the Graduate Certificate course. Students will explore how to incorporate contemplative research and practice towards a proposed implementation strategy of mindful and compassionate care in a chosen professional context without diminishing their own social-emotional wellbeing. They will deepen their understanding and expertise in mindful and compassionate care by critically engaging with wellbeing and contemplative research. The project proposal will allow students to identify key issues that need to be addressed when considering how to implement contemplative techniques in practice, and how to evaluate and report practice outcomes. Project proposals will be developed under the supervision and mentorship of experienced professionals and academics, culminating in a detailed final report and presentation of hypothetical work to be undertaken, alongside peer-to-peer review. Through these project proposals, students will develop crucial skills relevant to research and application of contemplative practices for their future careers.