Clinical Pastoral Pyschotherapy Certificate Programs
The School of Military Spiritual Formation has partnered with The Spiritual Care Association, Capstone University, and The Association of Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapists to offer Spiritual Counseling and Pastoral Psychotherapy certificates geared toward applying psychotherapeutic techniques to counseling in a military context.
We have both academically rigorous tracks and slower, reflective tracks focused on gaining practical skills in an applied ministry context. This slower track is designed to accommodate the busy schedules of full-time military chaplains and counselors; however, students can “stack” two, or even three of these certificates if they have strong time management skills. These courses align with state licensure requirements in some states, and students who complete all of our courses can challenge for counseling licensure in those states.
Students who complete internships of 1,000-2,000 hours will be eligible for a number of industry specialty certifications while students who complete a 3,000 hour internship will be able to challenge for counseling licensure in some states.
Entrance into these programs requires an interview with our director.
The School of Military Spiritual Formation has a number of funding partners within the military and paramilitary communities.
If you would like to be placed on the interview list or apply for possible funding, please sign up on the form at the bottow of this page. It is important that you specify your branch, so we can discuss the benefits of the program for your military or civilian roles. Please fill out the form completely, so we can access the proper funding sources to help you continue your education.
*Availability is dependent on quarterly and annual funding cycles as well as present partnerships and contracts
