Message from the Principal

Karibu to the School of Chaplaincy

Thank you for taking the time to read these words of welcome.

Since 1991, the School of Chaplaincy at Tenwek Hospital College has had one purpose: to equip chaplains for wholistic service. We train men and women to meet the spiritual needs of people wherever they are found. That means hospital wards and hospices, schools and universities, military formations, police stations and correctional facilities, and the many places beyond the four walls of the church.

Our students learn in a living classroom. The school sits beside Tenwek Hospital at Silibwet, among schools, colleges, correctional facilities and sports teams. Here, what is taught in class is practised among real people with real needs. Our Certificate (Level 5) and Diploma (Level 6) in Chaplaincy are competency-based and examined by TVET CDACC. They were shaped by a study of chaplaincy training needs across Kenya. Students who are far from Bomet, in Kenya or abroad, can join us through interactive online study.

Above all, we are rooted in Christ. Our lecturers teach and mentor with dedication, and we pray that every graduate leaves us as a Christ-like professional, competent and compassionate.

“I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some.”1 Corinthians 9:22

If these words stir something in you, God may be calling you to chaplaincy. If you know someone with such a longing, please share this with them.

We admit students every January, May and September. Come, and we will walk with you as you answer God’s call.

Mr. Robert Bett
Principal, School of Chaplaincy