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01 The world today more than ever needs the chaplain With natural disasters such as tornadoes, fires, hurricanes, and other unforeseen events, the church has transformed into more than just a place of worship. It has become a place for pastoral care during times of crisis and offers emotional and spiritual support to those in need. Providing care during a tragedy is challenging, especially when someone has lost everything or when parents are grieving the loss of a child. Today, emergency services are relying on chaplains for pastoral and emotional care during times of need.   02 Providing pastoral care  Our chaplain trainers, some with over 30 years of experience, have successfully trained countless individuals throughout the United States, England, Africa, and the Bahamas to serve as law enforcement, fire, prison, and hospital chaplains. Our specialized program equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the rising demand for emergency services responders.   03 Learn Chaplaincy the right way As a student, you will learn the essentials of Christian counseling, including crisis intervention, end-of-life care, care for children in crisis, and more. You will also learn how to perform death notifications and how to deal with individuals who are suicidal. Additionally, you will learn Para-Linguistic Communication, which involves reading body language to understand what a person is thinking during times of despair. As you progress through your studies, you will gain valuable communication skills that will assist you when working with police, prison, and other emergency services personnel. Our program will teach you how to avoid the common mistakes that can lead to a chaplain losing their job due to a lack of experience. We can help you achieve your goals and prepare you for the work of chaplaincy.   04 Receive college credit Endorsed by Chaplains College School of Graduate Studies (4 credits awarded each graduate) Enroll now! Online Video and Book Program ORDER YOUR COPY 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? In order to serve emergency service agencies, chaplains must possess a fundamental understanding of chaplaincy. Our training program has been developed over three decades and provides comprehensive instruction on proper chaplaincy practices. The CTI/CCSGS Board Certification validates a chaplain's professional or volunteer experience and their knowledge of ethics and protocols.   Why should I seek CTI certification? Being a chaplain is an important role that requires a clear understanding of boundaries, authority, roles, and tasks. CTI certification ensures students are well-equipped to take on this responsibility with excellence and dedication. It is a testament to their commitment to upholding the highest standards in chaplaincy. How are classes conducted? Online studies at your own pace LIVE CLASSES OR LIVE ZOOM CLASSES For those seeking to attend live classes or live on Zoom, CTI has training affiliates throughout the US, Canada, and Great Britain ready to provide quality training.  ONLINE STUDIES AT YOUR OWN PACE Our online self-paced program offers affordable and flexible learning for busy individuals with 24/7 access to our virtual classroom. Classes include the study guide and resources. Are you ready to take the next step? 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.   The online video lectures will serve as your classroom portion of the program. While book reading is required for course completion, it should be considered homework. Some lecture topics may also be expanded upon in the book, while others may not. As a result, the video and study book should be studied separately, with the text supporting those topics not covered in the video. Take notes during the lectures, as some of the content discussed may be included in the final exam. ENROLLMENT 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. ​ ​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! ENROLLMENT INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OUTSIDE THE US AND CANADA ​WILL RECEIVE THEIR CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATE VIA EMAIL

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