CHAPLAIN SPECIALIZATION TRACKS

INTRODUCTION

GAOCPC offers specialization recognition within the Certified Chaplain credential to reflect additional competency in specific service environments.

HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN

Focuses on clinical pastoral care, patient support, end-of-life care, and interdisciplinary collaboration within healthcare environments.

PRISON / CORRECTIONAL CHAPLAIN

Focuses on trauma-informed care, restorative justice principles, and ethical pastoral care in secure institutional settings.

SPORTS CHAPLAIN

Focuses on athlete care, performance pressure, identity formation, and team-based pastoral ministry.

MILITARY CHAPLAIN

Focuses on moral injury awareness, crisis care, and multi-faith service in structured command environments.

SCHOOL CHAPLAIN

Focuses on safeguarding, developmental pastoral care, and student support within educational institutions.