Welcome to the "Basics of Chaplaincy Ministry" Course, the first chaplaincy training internet course for volunteer chaplains offered by the Florida Baptist Convention! The course is designed to train new chaplains, individuals interested in chaplaincy ministry and as a possible refresher course for experienced chaplains. The course helps the chaplain understand the basics of what it means to be a chaplain and serve as a chaplain, equipping him/her with basic tools for ministry.
The "Art of Listening" course provides basic concepts and techniques which will increase your listening skills and improve your counseling ministry. Your attention to detail and concentration on course materials will parallel the development of your personal "art of listening".
To competently listen to another person requires special skills and a personal desire to learn the art. Throughout the course you will participate in active skill training where you practice the skills you learn. Listening is a difficult art. Be patient, pace yourself, do not rush through the course. Learn each skill, practice the skill and begin to incorporate the skill into your daily life and ministry.
We pray that the following lessons and exercises will not only improve your skills, but increase your love for the Lord and serving others.
The "Developing a Godly Attitude" course is designed to help the student understand how a person's attitude will "make him or break him" in life. Jesus' greatest desire is for us to enjoy the best life (abundant) possible! Enjoying life requires the student to exam his attitudes and how his attitude affects daily living. After inward examination, does he need to leave his attitudes the same or develop them to glorify God.
The very foundation of our pastoral care ministry as Christian chaplains is the life and work of Jesus as revealed to us in the Gospels. The example Jesus set forth is to be our guide and inspiration for all that we do in the care and cure of souls.
The Chaplaincy Advisory Team designed the "Who Am I" course for the individual who earnestly desires to know himself/herself better. The better we know and understand ourselves, both strengths and weaknesses, the better we know and understand others. Better understanding of others increase our ability to effectively meet individual needs.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for Clean Up/Recovery.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos. You may watch these separately or all at one time. When finished, answer the short questionnaire. The questionnaire will be sent to the office and your attendance will be recorded. This is required of all beginning volunteers and when renewing your badge (once every three years).
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. These classes are available online or in-person.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for Administration.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for DR Advanced Administration/Google Docs.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for DR Assessment.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for Flood Response.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for Emergency Response Team.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for DR Safe Food Handling.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for DR Trailer Safety.
New FLDR Volunteers must:
1. Complete a Background Check.
2. Must register as a Volunteer. There is a $10.00 registration fee per person that may be paid with a credit card. You only need to register once a year no matter how many classes you take.
3. Watch the Orientation segment videos before completing a ministry area training.
4. Choose a ministry area class you would like to take and/or review. This course is for DR Feeding.