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Professional Certification for Chaplains & Pastoral Counselors

Advancing ethical, competent, and accountable chaplaincy worldwide through professional certification.

INTRODUCTION

The Global Association of Certified Pastoral Counselors (GAOCPC) is an independent, non-governmental professional certification body dedicated to advancing standards of excellence in chaplaincy and pastoral care.

GAOCPC certifies chaplains who meet defined professional, ethical, and competency-based standards across institutional, community, and faith-based contexts worldwide.

OUR COMMITMENT

Professional Standards

Clear competency frameworks grounded in ethical pastoral care.

Accountability

Ethical oversight, disciplinary processes, and credential verification

Global Recognition

International certification aligned with ISO/IEC 17024 best practices.

GAOCPC certification affirms professional competence and ethical accountability; it does not constitute licensure, ordination, or employment authorization.

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Global Association of Certified Pastoral Counselors

GAOCPC is an international professional certification and credentialing body committed to advancing ethical standards, accountability, and excellence in pastoral counseling and chaplaincy.

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