Pastoral Care (Cert)
Why study Pastoral Care?
Encourage the wellbeing of others as they navigate various stages of their lives by offering them effective emotional, spiritual and practical support. Pastoral ministers take a leadership role in churches, prisons, hospitals and elsewhere in the community. From teaching Sunday school to being there for someone going through tough times, pastoral ministers provide invaluable care and counseling. During your practicum, you’ll acquire the interpersonal and group facilitation skills you need to be a significant support. By completing the certificate in Pastoral Ministry, you’ll be well-placed to work towards your Bachelor’s degree in Theological Studies.
Admission criteria
Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements
- Quebec Cegep: DEC
- High School: C+
- ACT or SAT is NOT required
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
- University Transfers (internal/external): C
- Baccalauréat français: 11
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
Additional requirements for admission
- Interview
- Letter of intent
Applicants to the certificate in Pastoral Ministry must submit a letter of intent to the Department of Theological Studies:
Concordia University
Department of Theological Studies
1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W. (D 103)
Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8
Tel: 514-848-2424, ext. 2475
concordia.ca/theology
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