Pathways into Sports Chaplaincy

Are you interested in Sports Chaplaincy? Download Expression of Interest Form Are you currently serving as a Sports Chaplain? Download SCA Accreditation Form SCA is Australia’s nationally recognised provider of Sports Chaplaincy to elite, development and grassroots sports. For over 20 years SCA has forged highly valued partnerships with leading sports bodies like CAMS, the AFL, and the Australian Institute of Sport. The following provides you with a basic understanding of the process and requirements necessary to become a sports chaplain. Sports Chaplains often originate from Christian clergy, however an increased amount of chaplains originate from local church lay leadership positions and other specific roles, i.e., key Christian athletes, sports medico’s, etc. SCA recognises the need to provide the highest levels of Sports Chaplaincy personnel and services to sports communities throughout Australia. SCA’s underlying framework, accreditation and network provides incumbent Sports Chaplains with a solid foundation to deliver their role effectively and credibly. Suitable Requirements of Applicants To progress with your application for Sports Chaplaincy SCA require that a minimum criteria be meet and that you undertake a Certificate in Sports Chaplaincy (CSC1). The following minimum criteria follows: Evidence of the call to serve in the capacity of a chaplain Long term effective ministry in the local church Evidence of theological credits or similar biblical studies Regular pastoral accountability and church attendance Completion of, or undertaking of one or more of the following; Certificate in Sports Chaplaincy (CSC1) CPE Clinical Pastoral Education Critical Incident & Stress Management CISD Grief & Loss Counsellor Training Counselling Training Advanced Education in Psychology / Counselling College or University Training in related areas Medical or Similar Credentials You are required to: Provide a Police Check not more than 2 years old (from application date) Agree with the SCA Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith Provide 2 passport photos Provide a letter of reference from your Senior Minister Once the request has been received (in full) by our office you will be notified of your suitability within weeks. From here if an opportunity is available in your requested code and location, or you have an current opportunity, or if you're already serving in the role of a chaplain, or nothing as yet is available one of our SCA Coordinators will be in contact with you. Unfortunately there may be some delays in placement. We will work with you to make opportunities arise. To proceed please fill out the following Application of Interest Form. If you are a current serving Sports Chaplain without a credential or recognition/cover by SCA and would like to be part of the SCA team download the SCA Accreditation form. Membership Benefits Click here to find out more about the credibility and many benefits of membership with SCA. Local Church - A Stronger Partnership It is the chief aim of SCA to help strengthen the relationship between chaplain and the local church/parish. Sometimes Chaplaincy can be marginalised by the local church. SCA recommend that the local church own the ministry/work of chaplaincy as an extension of their local ministry team. This provides the best framework for accountability, care and success of the chaplains ministry. For further assistance on how best to achieve this please contact our national office on (03) 9808 1369.