Post-Masters Certificate Spiritual Care
The MB Seminary Post-Masters Certificate in Spiritual Care equips students to become professional chaplains and spiritual care practitioners who serve others with a ministry developed further specific field of practice. Professional competences and best practices are developed following the recognized standards of the discipline, along with a robust theological foundation. Classes within the degree, including Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE), are highly contextualized for the learner’s area of ministry in both public sector and faith-based settings. If you have a previous ministry degree, come learn with us, as we explore relevant topics that will equip you to faithfully love and serve others more effectively.
The MB Seminary Post-Masters Certificate in Spiritual Care is a 2 year, 25 credit program designed to equip students who already hold a seminary degree to make an immediate impact in their church or organization’s care ministry. With flexible and context-based learning through modular and online courses, learners can study anywhere while balancing life and ministry. Participants will develop in spiritual care competencies and complete Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) to advance professional skills in a mentored-setting. In addition, electives help learners focus on specific practice areas. This certificate will equip pastors, spiritual care practitioners, and others in ministry, who desire to offer compassionate care for all.
Degree Components
Post-Masters Certificate in Spiritual Care
CHP 510 Biblical / Theological Foundations
CHP 520 Theory & Practice of Spiritual Care
CHP 540 Grief, Dying and Loss
CHP 550 Faith, Mental Health & Spiritual Care
CHP 560 Ministry in Multifaith Environments
CPE 700 Clinical Psychospiritual Education (4 credits)
CHP ___ Chaplaincy Elective I (any CHP course)
CHP ___ Chaplaincy Elective II (any CHP course)
