Equipping Chaplains to Serve with Compassion Everywhere
From hospitals to prisons, from schools to corporations and disaster zones — ICN RTIM trains chaplains with faith, excellence, and holistic care.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply to the program?
Anyone with a calling to serve, pastoral/organizational endorsement, and a commitment to confidentiality and ethics.
Do I need previous studies?
A university degree is not required, but prior ministry, counseling, or related experience is highly valued.
Does the program have a cost?
Yes, each level has an accessible tuition fee. Partial scholarships are available for chaplains in developing nations or mission contexts.
Where can I serve with this certification?
Our graduates serve in hospitals, correctional facilities, schools, corporations, rural communities, and international missions.
What is the validity of the certificate?
Certificates are issued by RTIM. If your organization requires third-party accreditation, we maintain partnerships with recognized institutions.
Experience Transformative Chaplaincy Training
Discover how our faith-driven programs equip you with leadership skills and global mission opportunities that inspire lasting community change.
Gain internationally recognized leadership certifications.
Connect with a worldwide network of dedicated chaplains.
Engage in immersive, experiential learning curriculums.
Join impactful mission projects that transform lives.
Global Reach
RTIM is an international chaplaincy network already serving in:
🏥 Hospitals & clinics
🕊 Correctional & reentry programs
🎓 Schools & universities
💼 Corporations & workplaces
🌍 Disaster zones & crisis communities
Level 1 – Foundations (40 hrs)
Biblical theology • Pastoral presence • Cultural humility • Ethics & confidentiality • Spiritual first aid • Crisis basics • Hebrew care motifs (ḥesed/shalom; bikur ḥolim) • Early church patterns (Acts 6)
Level 3 – Specializations (choose one, 40–60 hrs)
Hospital & Clinical (rounds, family conferencing, end-of-life)
Correctional & Reentry (restorative pathways, staff care)
Educational (K-12/ HigherEd ) (resilience, crisis response)
Corporate/Workplace (confidential counseling, ethics)
Missions & Disaster ( CISM, multi-agency coordination)
Connect with chaplains and missions across diverse communities worldwide.
Level 2 – Clinical & Institutional Skills (60 hrs)
Grief & loss • Trauma-informed ministry • Charting & referrals • Boundaries & reporting • Hospital/clinical onboarding • Correctional protocols • School settings
Compliance: HIPAA, PREA, FERPA — orientation & case simulations
Level 4 – Leadership & Supervision (40 hrs)
Team leadership • Case supervision • Quality assurance • Program design • Ethics simulations
100–200 field hours in approved sites
Group/1:1 supervision (ratio 1:6)
Reflective practice (CPE-inspired)
Case logs & live simulations
Learning Outcomes
- Deliver competent spiritual & emotional care in crisis and everyday settings
- Operate within institutional standards (HIPAA/PREA/FERPA)
- Integrate Scripture with evidence-based chaplaincy and historic care traditions
- Demonstrate cultural humility and measurable impact
Assessment
Quizzes • Case studies • Live simulations • Supervisor reports • Portfolio (care plans, logs, reflections)
Credentials
Receive RTIM Certificates (L1–L4).
Third-party accreditation available through selected partners.
Admissions & Requirements
Background check
Pastoral/organizational reference
Code of conduct agreement
Interview process
Mission Intensives (Optional)
2–10 day immersions in hospitals, shelters, prisons, and disaster-response sites.
Includes ICS/NIMS orientation for deployments.
What Our Graduates Say
“Joining ICN RTIM empowered me to lead with compassion and make a meaningful global impact.”
Michel Johnson
International Chaplaincy Coordinator
“The comprehensive curriculum enriched my spiritual leadership and expanded my mission opportunities.”
Rachel Lee
Global Missions Director
Become Part of Our Global Mission
Connect with our international network to access transformative chaplaincy training and leadership opportunities.