A MODEL OF CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT OF KILANUPATTHAKA MONK IN NAKHONRATCHASIMA PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of this research are: 1) to study development of Kilanupatthaka monk’s capability, 2) to study a model of capability development of Kilanupatthaka monk in Nakhonratchasima province, and 3) to propose the model of capability development of Kilanupatthaka monk in Nakhonratchasima province.The results of the study were found that: Development of Kilanupatthaka monk’s capability is concerned with knowledge and understanding in the health of monks and the sick according to the principles of Dhaamm and Vinaya. The Kilanupatthaka monk must realize the significance of the monk’s healthcare based on The National Sangha Health Constitution and he also must be able to estimate his own health conditions and of the sick under his care. A model of capability development of Kilanupatthaka monk in Nakhonratchasima province places a focus on diseases often found in monks, risky behavior, prevention, fundamental healthcare and End-of-Life Care. Furthermore, the Kilanupatthaka monk must have skills in building participation of community and network in monks’ healthcare and be able to apply the knowledge from his training to take care the sick monks rightly and effectively according to the principles of Dhamma and Vinaya. The capability development of Kilanupatthaka monk in Nakhonratchasima province covers development of knowledge and skills in healthcare, application of the knowledge and skills in the real situation according to the Dhamma and Vinaya principles and academic principles and building participation and network of monks in Sangha healthcare. The Kilanupatthaka monk can take care and apply his knowledge and skills in taking care of the sick monks appropriately and effectively according to the principles of Dhamma and Vinaya.