Steps that MUST be taken by Any Chaplain who desires to become a Professional Chaplain in Nigeria

Steps that MUST be taken by Any Chaplain who desires to become a Professional Chaplain in Nigeria:

1.     Must be sure he/she has a calling unto chaplaincy.

2.     Must be prepared to make chaplaincy his/her chosen profession, not a hobby.

3.     Must have at least basic secular education, minimum of O’ Level, but higher educational qualification an advantage.

4.     Must have basic chaplaincy education, advance chaplaincy education an added advantage.

5.     Must have seminary training and education from first degree or to post graduate studies.

6.     Must be an ordained clergy of his/her religion, authorized to minister to people of various faith (inter-faith Minister).

7.     Must pass through the professional training (CCPE Studies) that will allow him/her to be certified to practice chaplaincy professionally.

8.     Must be engaged in supervised chaplaincy practice and obtain CCPE Units.

Chap. Prof. David Mike

Certified Chaplaincy Educator