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Chaplains International is a leader in the pastoral care in industry.
Chaplains International is a leader in the pastoral care in industry.
Qualification and Fees
Candidates seeking internship or ordination with Chaplains International, who qualify and meet the Commission of License and Ordination requirements, will receive their commission as a chaplain by the Board of Examiners and be issued credentials as a chaplain/minister according to their designation. For example, if a candidate is new to chaplaincy and does not meet the qualifications for full ordination, they may be eligible to be commissioned as a Chaplain Assistant (Intern) and serve a two-year internship, after which the Board of Examiners will review them once again for possible ordination. Candidates who receive their commission as ordained Chaplain/Minister of the Gospel of Christ will be sanctioned by this fellowship to perform the sacred duties of the church. Are you ready to join our team?
Approved chaplains will be allowed to refer to Chaplains International, Inc. as their covering organization. All ordination and associate applicants must complete the application process and submit a resume detailing their experience in the ministry and their educational experience. All applications will be forwarded to the Commission of License and Ordination for review and final approval. If an applicant does not pass the application process, the applicant will be refunded the application fee.
Approved chaplains will be allowed to refer to Chaplains International, Inc. as their covering organization. All ordination and associate applicants must complete the application process and submit a resume detailing their experience in the ministry and their educational experience. All applications will be forwarded to the Commission of License and Ordination for review and final approval. If an applicant does not pass the application process, the applicant will be refunded the application fee.
Chaplain Assistant
A-1) The Chaplain Assistant is classified as those who serve in ministry as deacons, church elders, ushers, pastors in training, ministry team leaders, street evangelism, and visitation ministries, who do not have a four-year degree. Chaplain Assistants are not officially considered clergy but church leaders and ministry volunteers. Chaplain Assistants do not possess pastoral or chaplaincy experience and Bible college or seminary training. While the Chaplain Assistant can represent Chaplains International, Inc. as an assistant to Chaplains in an official capacity, they are not bestowed with ecclesiastical authority such as performing marriages and other duties where public entities require the minister to be endorsed by their denomination or fellowship. Chaplain Assistant credentials help legitimize the person as a minister of the Gospel, thus limiting non-credentialed ministry leaders' restrictions.
Chaplain Assistant Credentialing Process
Chaplain candidates may bypass the Chaplain Assistant Level credentialing process and seek full ordination upon the recommendation of a senior pastor or an endorsed chaplain. A resume listing all current ministry activities, including but not limited to the response to community services events and emergencies, must accompany the letter of recommendation. Once the National Church Office receives the letter of recommendation, it will be submitted to the Commission of License and Ordination for review.
Fully Ordained Chaplains
A-2) Clergy that is currently working in ministry as a chaplain who has a four-degree or greater, in such a capacity as a military chaplain, prison chaplain, law-enforcement chaplain, hospital chaplain, or church pastor may seek license and ordination with Chaplains International, Inc. Seminary graduates are also welcome to seek license and ordination as well.
B-2) Professional Clergy associated with non-denominational churches must hold credentials under the bylaws of their church, which would also include ministers of denominations or fellowships which allow their church to license their pastors.
C-2) Professional Chaplains will receive a certificate of appointment and a chaplain’s ID card and carry the official CI badge. (Badges are to be purchased separately) Professional Chaplains will be listed in our database of network chaplains for referral purposes.
B-2) Professional Clergy associated with non-denominational churches must hold credentials under the bylaws of their church, which would also include ministers of denominations or fellowships which allow their church to license their pastors.
C-2) Professional Chaplains will receive a certificate of appointment and a chaplain’s ID card and carry the official CI badge. (Badges are to be purchased separately) Professional Chaplains will be listed in our database of network chaplains for referral purposes.
Agreement
A-3) All Professional Chaplains and Chaplain Assistants must agree to continue to seek education and advancement in the area of crisis intervention and other types of training related to the field of chaplaincy when such training is available. Chaplains International is a Christian-based organization that supports a statement of faith listed on our website.
B-3) Chaplains International will not consider awarding credentials as Professional Chaplains to those who hold questionable clergy credentials.
Those who qualify and are seeking to be credentialed as a member of the clergy, and yet do not hold clergy credentials, may be eligible for the position of Professional Chaplain if their education supports the position they seek.
C-3) Any chaplain who is caught misusing Chaplains International credentials in any manner, criminal or unprofessional, will have their membership terminated. All chaplains, upon signing this form acknowledge and accept full responsibility for their actions and release Chaplains International from all liability.
D-3) Candidates must understand that Chaplains International, Inc. is not a law enforcement agency but a law enforcement support organization. Those appointed Chaplains with Chaplains International are not to use their credentials to acquire special privileges or consideration. Such actions will be a cause for termination. Chaplains are not to identify themselves as law enforcement officers — such offenses can result in imprisonment and termination from Chaplains International. All members of Chaplains International are expected to conduct themselves in a manner becoming of any person serving in ministry.
E-3) Chaplains International does not discriminate against women who may choose to serve in the role of a Chaplain. Chaplains International does not discriminate based on race or color. All candidates must be in good standing with their local church and may be called upon by members within the network of Chaplains International to respond to a crisis as the need arises. Candidates will be required to provide Chaplains International with a statement of faith.
F-3) All Chaplains are considered inter-denominational and are not to use their credentials to proselytize unless invited to do so by the person to whom they're ministering too.
B-3) Chaplains International will not consider awarding credentials as Professional Chaplains to those who hold questionable clergy credentials.
Those who qualify and are seeking to be credentialed as a member of the clergy, and yet do not hold clergy credentials, may be eligible for the position of Professional Chaplain if their education supports the position they seek.
C-3) Any chaplain who is caught misusing Chaplains International credentials in any manner, criminal or unprofessional, will have their membership terminated. All chaplains, upon signing this form acknowledge and accept full responsibility for their actions and release Chaplains International from all liability.
D-3) Candidates must understand that Chaplains International, Inc. is not a law enforcement agency but a law enforcement support organization. Those appointed Chaplains with Chaplains International are not to use their credentials to acquire special privileges or consideration. Such actions will be a cause for termination. Chaplains are not to identify themselves as law enforcement officers — such offenses can result in imprisonment and termination from Chaplains International. All members of Chaplains International are expected to conduct themselves in a manner becoming of any person serving in ministry.
E-3) Chaplains International does not discriminate against women who may choose to serve in the role of a Chaplain. Chaplains International does not discriminate based on race or color. All candidates must be in good standing with their local church and may be called upon by members within the network of Chaplains International to respond to a crisis as the need arises. Candidates will be required to provide Chaplains International with a statement of faith.
F-3) All Chaplains are considered inter-denominational and are not to use their credentials to proselytize unless invited to do so by the person to whom they're ministering too.
Clergy Dues and Payment Options
Notice: Due to the increase in overhead cost starting December 2021, dues will increase to $130.00 annually.
Chaplain Assistant Membership: $130.00.
Ordained Chaplain Membership: $130.00.
Chaplain Assistant Membership: $130.00.
- The amount must be enclosed with your application and addressed to CHAPLAINS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Membership fees may be paid using your Credit or Debit Card or PayPal by logging on to: www.chaplainsinternational.org. Credentials are renewed annually. All funds must be in US funds.
Ordained Chaplain Membership: $130.00.
- The amount must be enclosed with your application and addressed to CHAPLAINS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Membership fees may be paid using your Credit or Debit Card or PayPal by logging on to: www.chaplainsinternational.org. Credentials are renewed annually.
- All funds must be in US funds.