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Become a Certified Chaplain

Are you ready to serve God in the community through chaplaincy?

LEARN CHAPLAINCY THE RIGHT WAY!

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The world today more than ever needs the chaplain

With so much natural devastation such as tornados, fire, hurricanes, and other unforeseen events, the church has become more than a place of worship. It has become a place for pastoral care during times of disaster. Offering emotional and spiritual care to someone can be difficult during a tragedy. How do you provide care for someone who has just lost everything? How do you console grieving parents who have lost a child? Today, more than ever, emergency services are looking to the chaplain for pastoral and emotional care during a time of need.

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Providing pastoral care 

When emergency services knock on your door during a disaster, are you equipped to meet the demand? Here at CTI, we have trained hundreds of pastors, chaplains, and church laity to meet that demand. We will teach you chaplaincy the right way with more than 30 years of chaplain experience. Our unique training program explores the world of law enforcement, fire, prisons, hospital ministry through the lens of chaplaincy. 

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Learn Chaplaincy the right way

Students will learn the basics of Christian counseling. Imagine learning how to read body language (Para-Linguistic Communication) to reveal what a person is thinking in times of despair. Students will learn helpful communication techniques when dealing with police, prison, and other emergency services personnel. Learn to avoid the pitfalls that get a chaplain fired due to a lack of experience and much more. If you're looking for an opportunity that can better prepare you for the work of chaplaincy, then we can help you to achieve your goals. 

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Receive college credit

Endorsed by Chaplains College School of Graduate Studies (4 credits awarded each graduate) Enroll now!

Online Video and Book Program

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Session 01: Introduction to Industrial Chaplaincy
Session 02: Chaplains and Volunteers in Prison
Session 03: Duties of the Emergency Service Chaplain
Session 04: Emergency Protocols
Session 05: Pastoral Confidentiality and Ethics
Session 06: Dealing with Suicidal People
Session 07: Death Notifications
Session 08: Biblical Counseling 101
Session 09: The Building Blocks of Counseling
Session 10: Gathering Information - Part 1
Session 11: Gathering Information - Part 2
Session 12: Personal Assessment Forms
Session 14: Critical Situational Stress
Session 15: Traumatic Stress Reactions and Children
Session 16: Grief and Bereavement
Session 17: Preparing for Approaching Death
Session 18: Healing Conversations
Session 19: Contraband and Search Procedures
Session 20: Anatomy of a Setup
Final Exam


CLASS OUTLINE
 
Chaplain Duties
 
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Industrial chaplaincy    
 
a)      Pastor vs Chaplain
b)      Chaplains in Law Enforcement Overview
c)      The Fire Chaplain Overview
d)      Prison Ministry Overview
e)      The Hospital Chaplain Overview
f)       The Hospice Chaplain Overview
g)      The Corporate Chaplain Overview
h)      The Three Levels of Chaplaincy
i)       Ecclesiastical Endorsement
j)       The Professional Paid Chaplain
k)      The Volunteer / Reserve Chaplain
l)       Visitation Chaplains
 
Lesson 2 -Chaplain/Volunteers in the Prisons         
 
a)      When Arrested
b)      Maximum Security Inmates
c)      Comparative Chaplain Duties
d)      Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
e)      Definition of Sexual Misconduct
f)       PREA Reporting Laws
g)      Response Protocols
h)      When to Activate the Alarm
i)       Preservation of Evidence
j)       Victims vs. Perpetrators
k)      Dynamics of Sexual Abuse / Harassment in Confinement
l)       Common Reactions of Victims of Sexual Abuse / Harassment
m)   Communicating with the Victim
n)      The Anatomy of a Setup
o)      How to Prevent Boundary Violations
p)      Self-Evaluation
 
Lesson 3 - Duties of the Chaplain                             
 
Agency Confidentiality
A Ministry of Presence
Providing Comfort during Crisis and Trauma
Officer Involved Shootings
In the Line of Duty Death
Visit Sick or Injured
Callouts and War-Bags
Crisis Intervention Overview
Notifying next-of-kin in death or serious injury incidents
Victim Assistances
Spiritual Guidance and Care   
Special Events
 
 
Lesson 4 - Emergency Protocols                                
 
Command Structure
Emergency Call Outs
Providing information
Incident Command Protocols
Prison Riots
Arriving on the scene of a Traffic Accident
The Communicating the right way
Ride Along
Radio Traffic
 
Lesson 5 - Pastoral Confidentiality and Ethics        
 
Confidentiality - Case History
Mandated Reporter
Gratuity and Favors
Chaplain Badge and Uniform
 
Lesson 6 - Dealing with Suicidal People                 
 
Suicide Callouts and on Scene Protocols
The Jumper or Man with a Gun
Attempted Suicide - Do’s & Don’ts
Zone of Safety
Common Misconceptions about Suicide
Asking Key Questions
Look for warning signs
Lesson 7 - Death Notifications                                  
 
·         In Person
·         Time and Certainty
·         Notifications in Pairs
·         Use Plain Language
·         Compassion during Crisis
·         What not to say
·         Viewing the body
·         Work Place Notifications
·         Hospital Notifications
·         Debrief the Chaplain
·         Notification Specific to Suicide
·         Survivors Response
 
Biblical Counseling
 
Lesson 8 - Biblical Counseling 101                             
 
Spiritual Counseling vs. Psychology
Common Reasons for Seeking Counseling
There are Two Major Reasons for Seeking Counseling
There are two goals in Biblical counseling
There are Two Major Types of Counselee
The Five –Step process of Biblical Counseling
 
 
Lesson 9 - The Building Blocks of Counseling        
 
The Three Building Blocks needed to build a Relationship during Counseling
How empathize with others
Use Appropriate Non-Verbal Communication
 
Lesson 10 - Gathering Information                          
 
Listening and Observing the Counselee
The Need to Gather Facts 
Digging Deeper
Active Listing
Listen Beyond Attitudes and Feelings
Control the Flow of the Talk
What is Halo Data?
Learning about a Person from Body Language
Material for Questions
Productive Questioning
 
Lesson 11 - Personal Assessment Forms                   
 
Information Collection Tools
Personal Discovery Assignment Form (PDA)
Marriage and Family Information      Page
Discovering Problem Patterns (DPP)
Taking Thoughts Captive Worksheet
 
Lesson 12- Biblical Process of Change                       
 
Carnal Feelings vs. God’s Will
Taking Responsibility
Elements of True Repentance
Renewal of Mind
Maintaining Change
 
Crisis Intervention
 
Lesson 13- Critical Situational Stress                        
 
Dealing with a Recent Death
What is Critical Situational Stress?
Counseling during Critical Stress
Preparatory Checklist for Debriefing
Phases of Debriefing
Common Immediate Stress Reactions
Symptoms during a Crisis
 
Lesson 14 - Traumatic Stress and Children              
 
Three Basic Postures
Key Points when Dealing with Children’s Grief
Children / Post Crisis Behaviors
Symptoms from Crisis
Ways Parents Can Help Their Children
 
Dealing with Death and Dying
 
Lesson 15 - Grief and Bereavement                            
 
Grief comes in Waves.
Obsession with the Death
Definitions, a quick checklist
Reactions to Grief
When to Make a Referral
 
Lesson 16 - Preparing for Approaching Death          
 
If they die today, are they ready to meet Jesus?
Normal Physiological Signs and Symptoms during the Final Stages of Life
Giving Permission
Saying Good-Bye
Bedside manners
Things to Know About the Dying
Habits of Effective Comforters
 
Lesson 17 - Healing Conversations                            
 
Four steps to the Conversation Process
What to when counseling the bereaved
Communicating with those in Grief
What to Say and What not to Say
 
 
Counseling Recap
 

Questions and Answers

​​What does Board Certification by CTI represent?

Today, many emergency services agencies are asking newly appointed chaplains for proof of knowledge of basic chaplaincy. Our training incorporates 30 years of chaplain experience. We teach you to be a chaplain the right way. CTI/CCSGS Board Certification confirms the candidate’s ability to function as a volunteer or professional chaplain. The program also ensures that potential chaplains have been trained in ethics and institutional protocols.
 
Why should I seek CTI certification?


CTI Trained students are equipped to distinguish the boundaries, authority, role, and task that correspond to the role of a chaplain. CTI certification authenticates to hiring agencies the candidate’s commitment to seek understanding and strive for excellence in the field of chaplaincy.

How are classes conducted?

For those seeking to attend live classes, CTI has training affiliates throughout the US, Canada, and Great Britain. Our online self-study program is an excellent option for others looking for a more affordable solution. Students who choose the self-study method will have 24-hour access to our online classroom.

If I have questions about my studies, do I have access to a professional trainer?

Yes! If you have any questions, professional trainers are just a phone call away.

 

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The online video lectures included in your course will be your classroom portion of the program. Even though book reading is a requirement for course completion, it should be considered homework. Some topics in the lectures may also be expanded upon in the book, while others may not be covered. As a result, the video and study book should be studied separately, with the text supporting those topics not covered in the video. Be sure to take notes during the lectures. Some things discussed during the classes may be on the final exam. 

ENROLLMENT
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STUDENT ENROLLMENT

When you click the enrollment link below, you will be directed to our online classroom, where you can enroll and access the most up-to-date chaplain training program.

Once your account is set up, you can begin your studies. After completing each lesson, you can proceed to the next module. After completing lesson 20, there will be a final (online open book) exam. 

After successfully completing the final exam, you will be issued a beautiful college certification certificate by the CCSGS College Board of Examiners.
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​Student Payment: You can pay for your training upfront ($300) and save $60.00 or, if more convenient, choose monthly installments of $30.00 for 12 months. Now is a great time to enroll!

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