Tag: chaplain


  • ITP 5

    5 Articulate a conceptual understanding of group dynamics and organizational behavior. While the previous competencies can be seen as more one-on-one, ITP 5 is solely focused on group dynamics. The most prominent theory that I was introduced to in CPE was Bowen’s family systems theory. The main point in Bowen’s theory is the differentiation of…

  • ITP 3 and 4

    3 Incorporate the spiritual and emotional dimensions of human development into one’s practice of care. 4 Incorporate a working knowledge of at least one ethical theory appropriate to one’s professional context. Further integration with the social sciences is in ITP 3. Here is a great area for the candidate to be aware of Piaget’s and…

  • ITP 1 and 2

    1 Articulate an approach to spiritual care rooted in one’s spiritual tradition and integrated with a theory of spiritual care. 2 Provides spiritual care that incorporates a working knowledge of the academic study of religion/spirituality. Throughout these blogs, I will attempt to demonstrate the competencies loosely with some details that are from study and experience.…

  • Competencies Introduction There are many ways to provide spiritual care. This blog will focus on one of those paths and specifically on the competencies that must be demonstrated for board certification. The purpose of my blog is to provide you, the reader, with insights you may find helpful as you prepare for the board certification…