Membership with SCA

"Avoid going it alone. The sports industry highly value organisation's that work together." Jeremy Dover, Chaplain Donvale Church Soccer Team SCA works with the local Aussie church in the appointment of chaplains to sport. SCA offers a collective voice and presence for chaplaincy to the Australian sports community. We take the heat away from the local church by accrediting, training and guiding chaplains in sport. When a chaplain becomes a member of SCA they receive the many benefits of partnering with us. If you are a sports chaplain we would invite you to join the SCA team and enjoy the many real and associated benefits of partnership. Success by Association As a member of SCA you are a vitally important part of the largest sports ministry network in Australia You have credibility with your sports governing body You receive nationally recognised accreditation You are protected and supported in your role You have the opportunity to significantly contribute to sports chaplaincy in Australia Dedicated Network You have direct access to SCA's entire network who will assist you in your Sports Chaplaincy ministry including chaplaincy mentoring, ministry advice and support Protecting your Ministry Membership provides you with specialised professional indemnity and public liability cover (essential when working in the sports industry - even if you have Church based insurance.) SCA ensures you are protected and legally recognised as a certified sports chaplain Develop your Ministry SCA provides you specialised training in sports chaplaincy. CISM, Grief & Loss, First Response, Suicide Awareness & Negotiation, etc. Provide athlete development program resources (Peak Performance) for your chaplaincy Promoting your Ministry SCA is proud to promote to the sports industry the advantages of working with sports chaplains. Membership with SCA will Help establish a strong and credible presence in your sports club / code / association Promote your ministry on the SCA web site & magazine Provide credibility to your sponsors and partners Savings & Benefits for Ministry You have ease of access to substantial savings on a wide range of events and resources relevant to your ministry We help you raise financial support making use of our Chaplains Ministry Merchant Account

We welcome you to apply for membership. Please use our Application Form.