Chaplains' Program Overview
The Chaplaincy Training Program at City Care Institute (CCI) prepares individuals to serve others with compassion, respect, and Christ-centered care. Through classroom instruction and field experience (internship), participants develop knowledge and practical skills for serving in chaplaincy settings.

Program Structure
The Chaplaincy Program includes seven courses, each providing 10 hours of instruction, for a total of 70 classroom hours. Each course meets once a week for two hours over five weeks. Participants must also complete 100 hours of field experience, bringing the program total to 170 hours.

1. Foundations of Chaplaincy
2. Faithful Presence in a Multifaith World
3. Biblical Counseling
4. Crisis Counseling
5. Faith & Human Suffering
6. Grief, Loss, and End-of-Life Ministry
7. Practical Ministry

Attendance and Class Participation
Consistent attendance supports effective preparation for compassionate ministry. Participants must complete all 10 instructional hours of each course to receive credit. Classes are offered either online via Zoom or in person, providing flexibility for students.

Required Coursework
For each course, participants must complete:

• Assigned textbook reading
• Textbook questions
• Written assignment
• Final examination

Practical Field Experience
Participants must complete 100 hours of field experience, in addition to the seven required courses. For every five (5) hours of ministry service, participants will receive one (1) hour of supervised field training provided by a qualified supervisor.

Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully complete all seven required courses and the 100 hours of field experience will receive a Certificate of Completion in Chaplaincy from City Care Institute.

Practical Ministries Program Overview
The Practical Ministries Program at City Care Institute (CCI) prepares individuals to serve others through biblical understanding, practical ministry preparation, and counseling-related training. The program connects Christian faith with the responsibilities of ministry and service.

Program Structure
The Practical Ministries Program consists of seven courses, with 10 instructional hours per course, for a total of 70 instructional hours.

Required Courses

1. Theology 101: Core Christian Doctrines
2. The Gospels
3. Book of Acts
4. Faith & Human Suffering
5. Romans 1–8
6. Book of Ephesians
7. Practical Ministry

 
Attendance and Class Participation
Consistent attendance supports effective preparation for compassionate ministry. Participants must complete all 10 instructional hours of each course to receive credit. Classes are offered either online via Zoom or in person, providing flexibility for students.

Required Coursework
For each course, participants must complete:

• Assigned textbook reading
• Textbook questions
• Written assignment
• Final examination

Practical Field Experience
Participants must complete 100 hours of field experience, in addition to the seven required courses. For every five (5) hours of ministry service, participants will receive one (1) hour of supervised field training provided by a qualified supervisor.

Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully complete all seven required courses will receive a Certificate of Completion in Practical Ministry from City Care Institute.

Chaplaincy Program Course Descriptions

• Foundations of Chaplaincy: Introduces the role, responsibilities, calling, and ministry context of the chaplain.
• Faithful Presence in a Multifaith World: Explores how Christians can remain grounded in their faith while respectfully engaging and serving people from diverse religious traditions.
• Biblical Counseling: Introduces biblical principles for listening, encouragement, counsel, and spiritual care.
• Crisis Counseling: Examines the chaplain's role in responding appropriately and compassionately to people experiencing crisis.
• Faith & Human Suffering: Considers suffering from biblical and theological perspectives and explores compassionate ministry in times of hardship.
• Grief, Loss, and End-of-Life Ministry: Addresses grief, loss, end-of-life concerns, and the chaplain's ministry of presence and care.
• Ministry in Practice: Introduces practical aspects of serving in ministry, including public prayer, prayer protocols, water baptism, weddings, funerals and memorial services, communion, conducting services and ceremonies, ministerial etiquette, and appropriate responses to people in ministry settings.

Practical Ministries Program Course Descriptions

• Theology 101: Core Christian Doctrines: Introduces foundational Christian doctrines and considers how core beliefs shape Christian faith, spiritual understanding, and everyday ministry.
• The Gospels: Studies the Gospel accounts of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, focusing on their central message and their significance for Christian faith and ministry.
• The Book of Acts: Explores the beginnings and growth of the early church as recorded in Acts, including the work of the Holy Spirit, the spread of the Gospel, and the ministry of the early believers.
• Faith & Human Suffering: Considers suffering from biblical and theological perspectives and explores compassionate ministry with people experiencing hardship, loss, and difficult life circumstances.
• Romans 1–8: Studies Romans chapters 1–8, focusing on sin, grace, faith, justification, life in Christ, and the work of the Holy Spirit as presented in Paul's letter.
• The Book of Ephesians: Studies Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, emphasizing life in Christ, the unity of believers, spiritual growth, and practical Christian living.
• Ministry in Practice: Introduces practical aspects of serving in ministry, including public prayer, prayer protocols, ministry in prayer lines, water baptism, weddings, funerals and memorial services, communion, conducting services and ceremonies, ministerial etiquette, and appropriate responses to people in ministry settings.