Faculty of Chaplaincy
Preparing compassionate, biblically grounded chaplains for hospitals, prisons, schools, communities, crisis care, and public service.
About the Faculty
This faculty provides structured occupational training in spiritual care and chaplaincy support for institutional and community environments. Programs include defined instructional hours, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and supervised practicum where applicable.
Where Chaplains Serve
Chaplaincy ministry extends beyond traditional church walls. Students are prepared to serve in many settings:
Healthcare
Hospitals, hospices, long-term care, and grief support.
Education
Schools, colleges, universities, and student care.
Public Service
Prisons, law enforcement, fire departments, and crisis response.
Community
Families, funerals, outreach, missions, and support services.
Our Foundational Values
- God-fearing: Reverence for God is the foundation of our ministry.
- Love: We serve people with compassion and dignity.
- Justice: We advocate for fairness, care, and respect.
- Honesty: We value transparency and integrity.
- Courage: We serve faithfully in difficult situations.
- Excellence: We pursue high standards in ministry and education.
- Accountability: We accept responsibility for our conduct and service.
Our Commitment to Excellence
- Upholding strong moral principles and professional standards.
- Adhering to a Bible-based approach to ministry.
- Creating a welcoming and professional environment.
- Networking with like-minded individuals and organizations.
Your Path to Graduation
- Have a foundation of previous theological training.
- Complete all required courses and modules.
- Successfully finish practicum or internship requirements.
- Submit required reflection papers and assignments.
Meet Our Esteemed Instructors
Students learn from experienced instructors and ministry leaders who are committed to mentoring the next generation of chaplains.
- Professor William Kimando
- Professor Natalee Solomon-James
- Dr. Leolene Harris
Chaplaincy Courses
Please review the current course listing below. Shiloh College reserves the right to amend, add, or delete courses where necessary.
| Code | Number | Title | Credit Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAP | 101 | The Chaplin's Life and Ministry | 3 |
| CHAP | 102 | The Power of prayer in the life of a Chaplain | 3 |
| CHAP | 103 | The Power of the Bible in the life of a Chaplain | 3 |
| CHAP | 104 | The power of faith in the life of a Chaplain | 3 |
| CHAP | 105 | The authority of a Chaplain over spiritual wickedness | 3 |
| CHAP | 106 | The Chaplain and the Ministry of Counseling | 3 |
| CHAP | 107 | The Chaplain as Marriage therapist | 3 |
| CHAP | 108 | The Chaplain as a Consoler of the grieving | 3 |
| CHAP | 109 | The Chaplain serving in a Cross Cultural Ministry | 3 |
| CHAP | 110 | The Chaplain serving during a crisis | 3 |
| CHAP | 111 | First Aid & CPR Tips for a Chaplain | 3 |
| CHAP | 112 | Chaplain Ethics | 3 |
| BCC | 201 | Introduction to Pastoral Care | 3 |
| BCC | 202 | Foundations of Pastoral Counseling | 3 |
| BCC | 203 | Holistic Caregiving Practices | 3 |
| BCC | 204 | Short-Term Crisis Counseling | 3 |
| BCC | 301 | Long-Term and Chronic Caregiving | 3 |
| BCC | 302 | Ethics in Pastoral Care and Counseling | 3 |
| BCC | 303 | Spiritual Wholeness and Healing | 3 |
| BCC | 304 | Cultural Competency in Caregiving | 3 |
| BCC | 401 | Bereavement and End-of-Life Care | 3 |
| BCC | 402 | Equipping Laypersons for Ministry | 3 |
| BCC | 403 | Pastoral Self-Care and Resilience | 3 |
| BCC | 404 | Field Practicum in Chaplaincy | 3 |
| BCC | 2XX | Electives for those without Diploma | |
| MCHAP | 510 | Advanced Chaplaincy | 60 |
| MAHC | 511 | Health Chaplaincy | 60 |
| MASC | 512 | Sports Chaplaincy | 60 |
Begin Your Chaplaincy Journey
Prepare to serve with compassion, biblical wisdom, professional integrity, and practical ministry skills.
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