The curriculum for our M.A. in Clinical Ministry is designed to prepare you for whole-person care through courses in spiritual care, ethics, leadership, and cultural humility. Learn how faith-informed education equips you to serve with compassion in diverse settings.
A Curriculum Designed for Whole-Person Ministry
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Master of Arts in Clinical Ministry will be able to:
- Integrate theological, spiritual, and ethical principles into professional chaplaincy and spiritual care practices.
- Exhibit cultural humility and ethical discernment, delivering compassionate care that respects diverse beliefs, traditions, and experiences in healthcare and community settings.
- Cultivate leadership abilities to build therapeutic alliances, advocate for holistic care, and guide organizational mission.
- Develop foundational counseling skills that inform compassionate spiritual care in times of loss, suffering, and crisis.
- Critically evaluate spiritual care practices and implement innovative solutions.
Curriculum Sequence
| Trimester | Course Code | Course Name | Weeks | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - Spring 9 Credits | CHPL 600 OR CHPL 610 | History and Role of Chaplains OR Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy | 14 | 3 |
| CHPL 621 | Spiritual Care in Mental Health, Crisis, and Trauma | 7 | 3 | |
| PSYC 5XX | Foundational Skills in Counseling | 7 | 3 | |
| 2 - Summer 9 Credits | RELP 543 | Grief and Loss | 14 | 3 |
| CHPL 622 | Spiritual Care in the Stages of Life | 7 | 3 | |
| RELB 579 OR RELT 668 | Audacity to Trust: Faith and Healing OR Wrestling with God in Suffering | 7 | 3 | |
| 3 - Fall 9 Credits | RELE 505 | Christian Ethics in Healthcare | 14 | 3 |
| CHPL 623 | Spiritual Care in Organizational Settings | 7 | 3 | |
| RELT 568 | World Religions for Healthcare Professions | 7 | 3 | |
| 4 - Spring Credits | CHPL 669 OR ACPE 510 | Capstone Action Project OR ACPE Clinical Pastoral Education (if no units on admission) | 14 | 3 |
| RELC 6XX | Narrative Counseling | 7 | 3 | |
| HTCA 545 OR HTSC 645 | Population Health: Caring for Your Community OR Cultural and Ethical Considerations in Healthcare | 7 | 3 |
Clinical Pastoral Education
As part of your preparation for clinical ministry, you may need to complete a unit of ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). AdventHealth offers a well-established CPE program in multiple formats, and there are more than 300 accredited programs available across the United States, giving you flexibility in meeting this requirement.
Take the First Step in Your Ministry Journey
Take the next step in your calling to provide compassionate, faith-informed, whole-person care. Apply today to begin your ministry journey.