Academic programmes
Certificate (Level 5) and Diploma (Level 6) in Chaplaincy: competency-based qualifications examined by TVET CDACC.
A minister for people of every faith background, and none
A chaplain is a priest or minister who can show competency in caring for the spiritual needs of people from diverse faith backgrounds, or no faith background, within an institution.
Chaplains serve in hospitals, schools, colleges and universities, businesses, NGOs, sports organisations, airports, police and fire departments, the military, correctional institutions, intelligence agencies and government bodies.
Certificate in Chaplaincy
An introductory level to chaplaincy studies that builds up to the Diploma.
- Entry requirement
- KCSE D (plain) and above
- Study modes
- On campus · online
- Tuition and charges
- KES 17,500
Diploma in Chaplaincy
An advanced level of 30 units of competency, preparing chaplains to carry out their roles at a higher level.
- Entry requirement
- See requirements below
- Duration
- 2 years · six trimesters
- Study modes
- On campus · online
- Tuition per trimester
- KES 29,000
Two routes into the Diploma
With pastoral or theological training
- A pass in your previous qualification
- At least 2 years of relevant career training and experience
With a non-theological background
- KCSE mean grade of C- and above or its equivalent, or the Certificate in Chaplaincy (Level 5)
- Or an A-Level certificate with at least two principal passes and one subsidiary, or a distinction or credit from an accredited institution
- Some hours of bridging courses in theological studies, depending on your qualifications and needs
| Diploma fees | Kenya shillings | US dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | KES 1,000 | USD 10 |
| Tuition, per trimester | KES 29,000 | USD 300 |
| Boarding, per trimester (optional) | KES 24,000 | USD 250 |
See the fees page for one-time charges and payment details.
Areas of chaplaincy in our programmes
Healthcare chaplaincy
Serving in hospitals and hospices, amid sickness, pain, birth and death.
Educational chaplaincy
Serving students, teachers, administrators and support staff at every level, from primary school to higher education.
Military chaplaincy
Counselling and spiritual support for military personnel and their families.
Police chaplaincy
Counselling and spiritual support for police officers, employees and their families.
Correctional chaplaincy
Counselling and spiritual care for inmates, officers and families in prisons, borstal institutions, rehabilitation schools and probation departments.
The school plans further specialities and study levels to grow chaplaincy as an area of professional growth.
Intakes every January, May and September
Apply on campus or online, from Kenya or abroad.