HA 520 - Catholic Healthcare Leadership

Interactivity: Discussion Board

Final Assessment: Final Paper

Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to do the following:

• Assess the history and importance of how theology has shaped Catholic health care.
• Identify the significant events that have influenced the mission of Catholic health care organizations.
• Articulate the social teachings of the Catholic Church and how they are used for decision-making, management strategy, and reflection of current social issues.
• Express the concept of sponsorship in Catholic health care organizations.
• Explain why Catholic health care is considered a ministry.
• Explain the history and importance of mission and how it guides a Catholic health care organization.
• Explain the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic health care services.
• Apply ethics, ethical decision-making, and the context for addressing ethical issues.
• Describe the concept of community benefits, its history, and how a sponsors tradition shapes the needs, strategies, and commitments.
• Relate the concept and importance of leadership formation in Catholic health care.
• Describe the unique elements and understanding needed by Catholic health care leaders.
• Examine the challenges Catholic health care faces now and in the future.