Master of Science in Spiritual Care
AdventHealth University

Program Details

Are you interested in pursuing a pastoral ministry in chaplaincy but do not want to pursue a Master of Divinity? If so, this online pastoral counseling degree may be for you. It prepares graduates to become Board-Certified Chaplains.  

This online pastoral counseling degree is designed for current clinicians seeking continued education in ethics and spiritual care. In addition to chaplains, this program also prepares students to provide spiritual care in geriatric and rehabilitation centers, as well as parish-based settings. It is unique in that it is connected to a major healthcare company with a focus on integrating spiritual care and education with excellence in healthcare.

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Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

AdventHealth University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Requires attendance of Clinical Pastoral Education at one of the ACPE Accredited CPE Centers