Chaplaincy Studies, Graduate Certificate at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Georgia State University is pleased to be the first public university in the country to offer a graduate certificate program designed specifically for aspiring chaplains. This program is designed for students passionate about faith, helping others and providing spiritual support in a meaningful and impactful way. This comprehensive program offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical training, equipping students with the essential knowledge and skills to thrive in various chaplaincy specialties.

Faculty: College of Arts & Sciences | Department: Religious Studies | Duration: 12 graduate credit hours in relevant coursework must be completed. | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall: July 31 Spring: November 7 Summer: Does Not Admit | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

In order to fulfill the Graduate Pathway to Chaplaincy, you must complete all credit hours required for the Religious Studies, M.A. at Georgia State University or another university that offers a similar master’s degree program prior to enrolling in the Graduate Certificate in Chaplaincy Studies. Students interested in working toward certification as a chaplain and who do not already hold a Masters degree in Religious Studies should consult with the department Chair or Graduate Director before applying to the Certificate. The Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) requires an M.A.

Career pathways

Students who complete the Religious Studies, M.A. with the graduate certificate program in chaplaincy studies can apply to the Association of Professional Chaplains to be certified to work in a variety of settings including, but not limited to: Students in our program work closely with the Spiritual Care Team at WellStar Health Systems.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All students seeking the Chaplaincy Studies Graduate Certificate must submit a formal application through the Office of Graduate Studies. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The process by which students will be admitted to the Chaplaincy Studies Graduate Certificate program is as follows: • Students must apply using the standard graduate application. • All applications will be reviewed by the Graduate Director and the admissions committee. If students meet the eligibility criteria, they will be admitted to the graduate certificate program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall: July 31 Spring: November 7 Summer: Does Not Admit

Duration: 12 graduate credit hours in relevant coursework must be completed.

Apply through the official page: https://graduate.gsu.edu/future/admissions/

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