While bikkur cholim, visiting the sick, is one of the highest deeds in Jewish tradition, the professionalization of Jewish chaplaincy continues to expand. Jewish chaplains serve in areas which include but are not limited to hospitals, hospices, synagogues, correctional facilities, non-profit organizations working towards social change, the military, and addiction recovery programs.
For general information about Jewish professional chaplaincy and certification, visit Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains. We are aware of the degree programs below. Many of the accredited Jewish graduate institutes offer several curricular options in spiritual care and education.
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