ATTENTION: Police Chaplains

CHP508: Ministering to
the Guardians

Police Chaplaincy and Officer Mental Health

CHP508: Ministering to the Guardians:
Police Chaplaincy and Officer Mental Health

Course Title:
Ministering to the Guardians: Police Chaplaincy and Officer Mental Health

Level:
MA in Chaplaincy

Credits: 3.0

Investment: $300.00
(Payment Plans Are Available)

Registration Investment:
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Course Description:

Ministering to the Guardians is the definitive guide for chaplains serving law enforcement's front lines.

This groundbreaking 10-module training course equips you with trauma-informed strategies, evidence-based interventions, and proven techniques to address the silent mental health crisis devastating police departments nationwide.

From PTSD and moral injury to suicide prevention and family systems care, you'll master the specialized skills needed to break through the stigma and reach officers in crisis.

Whether you're establishing a new chaplaincy program or strengthening existing ministry, this comprehensive resource transforms how you serve those who sacrifice daily to protect our communities.

Lives depend on it.

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Analyze the unique mental health challenges facing law enforcement, including PTSD, moral injury, and occupational trauma.

  • Build trust and cultural fluency within law enforcement environments while maintaining appropriate confidentiality boundaries.

  • Apply advanced interpersonal and trauma-informed communication skills when engaging officers in crisis.

  • Assess warning signs of mental health deterioration using evidence-based screening and risk assessment tools.

  • Design resilience training programs integrating psychological research, spiritual practices, and proactive wellness strategies.

  • Develop family support systems addressing the impact of law enforcement stress on spouses and children.

  • Demonstrate cultural competence when serving diverse officer populations across multiple identity dimensions.

  • Implement crisis intervention protocols for suicide prevention, substance abuse, and acute psychological distress.

  • Navigate ethical dilemmas involving confidentiality, dual roles, and organizational conflicts in chaplaincy contexts.

  • Integrate biblical principles with evidence-based practices to create sustainable, transformative chaplaincy programs.

Target:

This course is designed for:

  • Police chaplains (current and aspiring)

  • Pastoral ministers and faith leaders serving first responder communities

  • Seminary students pursuing chaplaincy or specialized pastoral care

  • Law enforcement administrators and peer support coordinators

  • Mental health professionals specializing in first responder populations

  • Church leadership establishing law enforcement ministry programs

Prerequisites:

  • Basic theological/pastoral training recommended

  • Genuine calling to serve law enforcement communities

  • Willingness to engage emotionally demanding content

  • Commitment to evidence-based pastoral care practices

Topics:

The course will cover the following major topics:

Module 01: Understanding the Unique Mental Health Landscape of Law Enforcement

Module 02: Advanced Interpersonal Skills for Police Chaplains

Module 03: Early Detection of Mental Health Issues in Law Enforcement

Module 04: Advanced Crisis Intervention Strategies for Police Chaplains

Module 05: Implementing Long-Term Mental Health Support Programs

Module 06: Advanced Suicide Prevention Strategies for Law Enforcement

Module 07: Trauma-Informed Chaplaincy in Law Enforcement

Module 08: Cultural Competence in Police Chaplaincy

Module 09: Leveraging Technology in Police Chaplaincy

Module 10: Navigating Ethical Challenges in Police Chaplaincy

Module 11: The Future of Police Chaplaincy in Mental Health Support

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