Emergency Care Preparation Course
In the Evangelical Church in the Rhineland (EKiR), the role of a chaplain involves providing spiritual care and support in exceptional situations, often outside traditional parish settings. A joint training program for chaplains is now being offered by the Protestant and Catholic churches in the **Krefeld-Viersen** district.
The training is open to committed individuals who seek to support others in crisis, including those in hospitals, prisons, counseling centers, or the military. The program integrates theological education, psychological insight, and practical experience.
The training program, lasting approximately 160 hours over nine months, is supplemented by several Saturday seminars and two one-day practical placements. The program coordinator for the Viersen district is Willi Kawaters, while Dietmar Krebbers serves as the contact person for Krefeld. Interested individuals can reach Dietmar at 02151 7690420 or [email protected].
Candidates must belong to the Evangelical Church, demonstrate a mature Christian faith and lifestyle, and have a completed degree in Protestant theology from a recognized German university. Chaplaincy roles may also require specific certifications, such as hospital chaplaincy certification. Fluency in German is essential, with English being helpful in some contexts.
Chaplains should possess spiritual depth, empathy, strong interpersonal skills, crisis management abilities, ethical sensitivity, teamwork skills, and cultural adaptability. They must also maintain high standards of confidentiality and ethical behavior.
Those interested can sign up for an initial conversation in July or August. For precise, current details, contact the **Evangelische Kirchengemeinde Krefeld-Viersen** or the **EKIR** office directly.
In addition to the joint training program, the EKiR also offers specialized chaplaincy training in fields such as hospital, prison, and military chaplaincy. Each requires additional courses and may have unique requirements.
For the most accurate and current information, contact the **Kirchenkreis Krefeld-Viersen** or the **Evangelische Kirche im Rheinland** directly. They can provide you with the latest, region-specific details, application deadlines, and any special local requirements.
**If you are seriously considering this path, reach out to the local church administration for personalized guidance—they are best equipped to advise you based on your background and aspirations.**
- What about opportunities in the field of science, health-and-wellness, and mental-health? The training program for chaplains in the Krefeld-Viersen district also includes therapies-and-treatments for individuals in crisis, such as those in hospitals, prisons, counseling centers, or the military.
- If you're looking for specialized training, the Evangelical Kirche im Rheinland (EKiR) offers additional chaplaincy programs in areas like hospital, prison, and military service. These programs require additional courses and may have unique requirements, but they can provide you with a focused career path in science, health-and-wellness, and mental-health care support.
