Distance is no obstacle for students who take synchronous CSC Training Courses. The January course hosted by the Pentecostal Theological Seminary and the Church of God Chaplains Commission offers a unique opportunity to take part in the class from home and interact with students and presenters while thousands of miles from the physical classroom. Not only does this make a full course more convenient to fit into busy schedules, but for students in remote areas, it may be their only opportunity to participate in a training course. Course graduate Adelaide Pinder, from Toronto, Canada, says the ability to take the course online was especially advantageous as “offerings for the course in my area were limited and often cancelled due to low enrollment”. Unlike one-way online classes, this course allows students to interact with each other in real time and fosters rich discussion. This multi-perspective element enriches the class, and Chaplain Pinder says one of the highlights of the course was hearing Chaplains from an array of disciplines share their stories.
“Chaplaincy is truly an unrecognized area and calling that can have meaningful impact”, she shares. Hearing from those living it out “was a great advantage and confirmation to students who are considering entering the field”. If you’re interested in serving communities outside the walls of the church, this course will equip you with the knowledge and resources to pursue Chaplaincy ministry. Chaplain Pinder says she has found herself referencing the course material throughout her service, which has been a valuable asset even after the course has ended. This January is one of only two times in the year that both levels of certification are offered. The class will feature guest speakers who are experts in a variety of Chaplaincy fields, and cover issues of Theology of Chaplaincy, Legalities, the Violence Cycle, PTSD, and more. To learn more about the course and certification, go to
https://www.cogchaplains.org/csc-course-registration.