Chaplaincy Ordination Program Courses
Explore the Chaplaincy Ordination Program for volunteer and part-time chaplains. Start with Chaplain Foundations taught by retired U.S. Coast Guard Chaplain Rev. Tom Walcott. Many pathways also include Wedding Officiant Skillsand Funeral Officiant Skills. Check each program for its specific course and endorsement requirements.
Licensed Chaplain – Foundational ordination for volunteer and part-time chaplains.
Hospital Chaplain – Spiritual care in medical settings.
Fire/EMS Chaplain – Ministry to first responders and crisis situations.
Police Chaplain – Support for officers, families, and communities.
Nursing Home and Assisted Living Chaplain – Care for older adults with prayer and presence.
Sports Chaplain – Encouragement and spiritual support for athletes and teams.
Public School Chaplain – Chaplain ministry in school settings.
Corrections Chaplain – Hope and pastoral care in prisons and jails.
Hospice Chaplain – Comfort and gospel hope at the end of life.
Christmas Chaplain – Seasonal ministry during the Christmas season.
Ministry Chaplain – Essential ministry training for volunteer chaplain service.
Veterans Chaplain – Spiritual care for veterans and their families.
Truck Stop Chaplain – Ministry to drivers and travelers on the road.
The Licensed Chaplain Ordination Program is the foundational chaplain ordination for volunteer and part-time chaplains. This was formerly called the Officiating Chaplain Ordination.
The Public School Chaplain Ordination credential is ideal for volunteer and part-time chaplains in public school settings.
A Licensed Ministry Chaplain is a great fit for someone who is called to volunteer as a chaplain. The training program gives you the essential ministry training you need. You are credentialed to perform a wedding or conduct a funeral.