CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY · CANADA
Master of Arts in Spiritual Care (MA-SC)
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At a glance
24 mo
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Level
- 48Credit hours required for graduation
- 36Credit hours must be CMU courses
- Includes first two units of Supervised Psycho-spiritual Education (SPE)Practical Training
- Aligns with CASC academic requirementsProfessional Certification
The Master of Arts in Spiritual Care (MA-SC) program at Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) is designed to prepare students for roles as chaplains and spiritual care providers in various settings. This includes work within religious communities, as well as in hospitals, universities, correctional facilities, and other social service organizations. The program aligns with the academic standards set by the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care (CASC) for certification as a spiritual care practitioner.
Curriculum
The MA in Spiritual Care requires a minimum of 48 credit hours, covering a range of theological, ethical, and practical competencies. Specific requirements include Sacred Texts, Historical Studies of Faith Community/Tradition, Teaching and Tenets of Faith, Studies in Ethics, Spiritual Care Practice and Competencies, and Professional Ethics. An area/thematic requirement in Indigenous Studies is also included. A significant portion of the curriculum is dedicated to supervised spiritual care practice.
- Year 1
- Supervised Psychospiritual Education CPE Unit 1BTS-5950
- Foundations for Christian MinistryBTS-5330
- Pastoral CareBTS-5360
- CounsellingPSYC-XXXX
- Year 2
- Supervised Psychospiritual Education CPE Unit 2BTS-5951
Careers
Graduates of the MA in Spiritual Care program are prepared for diverse career opportunities in chaplaincy and spiritual care. This can include roles in healthcare settings, educational institutions, correctional services, military chaplaincy, and various faith-based organizations.
- Chaplain
- Spiritual Care Practitioner
- Spiritual Care Director
Entry requirements
Baccalaureate degreeFrom a recognized university or college with a minimum GPA of 3.0 ('B')
A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation, with no course grade below a 'C+'. This includes any additional courses needed for admission.
Fees
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Accreditation
The MA in Spiritual Care is in alignment with the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care's (CASC) academic requirements for certification as a spiritual care practitioner.