About the Course
Spiritual Care Matters 2 is an e-learning course which explores why it’s important to look after yourself and identifies ways of coping and getting support in emotionally demanding situations. The course uses Open Badges to recognise learning for ongoing staff development and complements Spiritual Care Matters 1 – Supporting the spiritual needs of older people.
What’s Involved?
The course is made up of 5 x 30 minute daily ‘lessons,’ received by email. Each one is a short audio lesson, a practical task and some questions to help you reflect on your learning.
You can access the course through a laptop, computer, tablet, smart phone or a combination which works best for you. You will need an internet connection to receive the daily emails and to access the course materials.
Sign up Here to Start the Course
This will begin the course: Looking After your own Spiritual Wellbeing.
“Spiritual Care Matters is a good course – I developed skills and confidence to support residents.”
Registered Nurse
“The course gives you a richer working experience and leads to a better experience for residents.”
Care Assistant
Add an Open Badge to your Continuing Professional Development
This course qualifies for an open badge. Upon completion, you can submit your evidence through the SSSC website to earn the badge. It’s ideal to include on your CV, to boost your work portfolio or to advance your PDP.

“… liked the Daily 30-minute lesson –
realistic, achievable and flexible.”Head of Care
“Loved the relaxed approach”
Church Leader