The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Chaplaincy is a professional graduate degree designed to prepare spiritually mature, theologically grounded, and pastorally skilled chaplains for service in diverse and demanding ministry contexts. This degree provides comprehensive formation for those called to serve as spiritual caregivers in hospitals, military environments, correctional facilities, educational institutions, community organizations, and faith-based ministries. Growth and development are central as students integrate theology, pastoral care, leadership, and spiritual formation.
This program is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, and adult learners who sense a clear calling to chaplaincy as a vocation of presence, care, and leadership. It is well suited for those seeking professional chaplaincy roles, advanced pastoral ministry, or continued doctoral study. The M.Div. in Chaplaincy emphasizes depth of biblical understanding, practical ministry competence, and ethical responsibility in complex care environments.
Students engage deeply with Scripture, Christian theology, pastoral care, homiletics, spiritual formation, ethics, and leadership. The curriculum integrates classroom learning with ministry practice, preparing students to respond faithfully to crisis, grief, trauma, and spiritual distress. Growth and development occur as students learn to offer Christ-centered care while respecting institutional boundaries and diverse contexts.
Graduates of the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Chaplaincy are prepared for professional chaplaincy certification pathways, pastoral leadership roles, ministry administration, and advanced theological education. They are equipped to lead worship, provide pastoral counseling, offer crisis intervention, and serve as spiritual leaders within institutions and communities. This degree affirms chaplaincy as a sacred calling that combines theological depth, pastoral skill, and compassionate service.
What You’ll Learn
- Advanced biblical interpretation and theological foundations
- Pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual direction
- Professional chaplaincy roles and institutional ministry
- Crisis intervention, trauma care, and grief ministry
- Ethics, boundaries, and accountability in chaplaincy
- Spiritual formation and personal ministry development
- Worship leadership, preaching, and sacramental ministry
- Interfaith awareness and culturally responsive care
- Leadership, administration, and organizational ministry
- Preparation for professional chaplaincy and doctoral study