Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Theology or related religious field is required.
• Master’s degree from an accredited program in Theology or related religious field is preferred.

Experience Qualifications

• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE program is required.
• Being a member of a religious order, clergy, or a lay person with two years of relevant experience in care of the sick and dying may be considered in lieu of Clinical Pastoral Education.
• Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE program is preferred.
• The appointment of priests and deacons to the pastoral care staff of a Catholic institution must have the explicit approval or confirmation of the local bishop in collaboration with the administration of the institution.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

• Current certification with NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains), APC (Association of Professional Chaplains), NAJC (Neshama: Associate of Jewish Chaplains), CASC (Canadian Association of Spiritual Care) is preferred.