Jericho Road partners with Christ College in providing training for those who have a heart for people from all walks of life in chaplaincy and pastoral care ministries.
In Australia today, there are growing opportunities for chaplaincy – in hospitals, prisons, the defence forces, aged care, and amongst refugees in the community. We offer a quality Christian training program to equip those called to care for people with wisdom and love, magnifying Christ and making Him known.
This introductory program equips participants to care for others in various settings – in churches, home groups, within families, and as volunteers in facilities like aged care, emergency services and hospitals.
The topics covered include:
This course is offered flexibly. The next courses will be offered in August/September and November in two formats – in-person and online.
In-person at Kiama Presbyterian Church in Kiama, Wednesdays 9am – 1pm, for 4 weeks:
In-person at Christ College in Sydney, Tuesdays
9am – 1pm, for 4 weeks:
Online format via Zoom, Wednesdays
9am – 1pm, for 4 weeks:
Contact the course coordinator for more information.
Christ College offers two units that meet the required training course as a chaplain in NSW hospitals, correctional and juvenile justice centres. It is also recognised by many aged care providers and educational institutions.
The two units are:
Contact the course coordinator for more information.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches people the basic skills to help someone they’re concerned about.
Jericho Road chaplain, Ian Schoonwater is an authorised instructor in Mental Health First-Aid. If you are interested in being trained in this, get in touch with Ian.
The understanding and skills taught in this program benefit everyone involved in caring for others, not just those working as chaplains. It’s a practical program, grounded in research, providing opportunities to discuss and explore avenues to support others in their time of need.
Follow the Jericho Road Chaplaincy page on Facebook to stay up to date with the latest training and chaplaincy opportunities.