Chaplaincy Diploma
🎖️ Chaplaincy Diploma
A Comprehensive Ministry Credential for Professional and Volunteer Chaplains
The Chaplaincy Diploma is one of the most extensive ministry training programs offered at Christian Leaders Institute. It is designed for students called to serve as volunteer chaplains in hospitals, correctional facilities, military units, schools, disaster response teams, nursing homes, and community organizations. (Please be sure to check in your local context or organization of interest what type of education is required to serve as a chaplain).
This diploma equips students with a broad and deep foundation in theology, pastoral care, communication, psychology, leadership, and ethics, preparing them to minister across cultures, life stages, and crises with compassion and excellence. With 33 required courses plus electives, the program offers an unmatched combination of biblical grounding and real-world application for chaplains seeking to bring the hope of Christ to people in critical moments of life.
💡 What This Diploma Says About You:
You have completed one of the most well-rounded and rigorous non-degree chaplaincy training programs available online.
You are equipped to offer spiritual guidance, emotional support, crisis care, and Gospel-centered presence in any setting.
You are committed to a ministry of presence, walking with people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives with grace and wisdom.
👥 Who Is This Diploma For?
Aspiring or active volunteer chaplains in medical, military, correctional, disaster, or workplace environments
Ministry leaders seeking formal chaplaincy training.
Bi-vocational or volunteer chaplains looking to expand their skills and credibility
Students pursuing ordination through the Christian Leaders Alliance as Chaplain Ministers or Officiating Chaplains
🎓 How This Diploma Supports Your Calling:
Many of the courses align with the Chaplaincy Degree through the Leadership Excellence School.
It fulfills educational requirements for ordination into chaplaincy roles through the Christian Leaders Alliance.
It prepares you to serve in real-world, multi-faith, and high-impact environments, bringing Christ's hope wherever God sends you.
To receive the
Chaplaincy Diploma
Complete the Following :
33 courses required
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Christian Apologetics (3 Units)
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Ethics (3 Units)
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History of World Christianity (4 Units)
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Church and Ministry (3 Units)
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Ministry Foundations (3 Units)
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New Testament Survey (3 Units)
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Old Testament Survey (3 Units)
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Pastoral Care (3 Units)
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Theology I (4 Units)
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Christian Basics: Introduction to Christian Doctrine (3 Units)
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Evangelism: Presenting Grace (3 Units)
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People Smart for Ministry (3 Units)
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Biblical Wisdom Books (4 Units)
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Introduction to Psychology (3 Units)
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World History (3 Units)
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United States History (3 Units)
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Introduction to Philosophy (3 Units)
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Ministry Care Conversations (3 Units)
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Prayer (3 Units)
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Management by the Book (3 Units)
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Christian Leaders Enterprise (3 Units)
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Developing House Churches (3 Units)
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Marriage Ministry (4 Units)
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Introduction to Chaplaincy (3 Units)
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Introduction to Sociology (3 Units)
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Youth Ministry (3 Units)
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Introduction to Communication (3 Units)
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Christian Philosophy (3 Units)
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Self-Care and Recovery (3 Units)
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Leadership (3 Units)
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Life Coaching Ministry (3 Units)
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Comparative Religions (2 Units)
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Christian Leaders Connections (3 Units)
1 course required
1 course required
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Transfer - English 1 (3 Units)
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English Comprehension (4 Units)
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College Writing (3 Units)
1 course required
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Transfer - Mathematics 1 (3 Units)
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Practical Mathematics (3 Units)
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College Algebra (3 Units)
1 course required
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Transfer - Science 1 (3 Units)
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Astronomy (3 Units)
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Introduction to Biology (3 Units)
1 course required
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Church Planting - (Marketing) (4 Units)
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Transfer - Marketing 1 (3 Units)
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Enterprise Marketing (4 Units)
8 Elective Minimum
