Chaplain/Clergy Program

• Chaplain FAQ
• Chaplain Newsletter
• Chaplain Resources

• Getting started as a chaplain immediately
  • Clergy may work with local unit for 6 months
  • Trial period for clergy in CAP
  • Must receive approval of wing chaplain
  • Must be escorted at all times by a Senior Member
• How do I become a CAP Chaplain? (See CAP Reg 265-1) 
  • Meet CAP Senior Membership requirements
  • Fingerprint card and background check
  • Pay national and wing dues
  • Have an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a NCMAF Endorser (DOD recognized official)
  • Have Bachelor Degree from institution in Higher Education Directory
  • Complete 3 years of graduate professional study accredited by Association of Theological Schools
  • Clergy without accredited graduate degree may ask for a waiver providing they have a minimum of 5 years full time pastoral experience
  • Contact your wing chaplain for an application (CAP Form 35)
• How do I become a CAP Moral Leadership Officer? (See CAP Reg 265-1)
  • Meet CAP Senior Membership requirements
  • Fingerprint card and background check
  • Pay national and wing dues
  • Have Associate Degree or minimum of 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) attained from a college or university listed in the Higher Education Directory
  • Have recommendation from local pastor or other religious official
  • Be interviewed and recommended by the wing chaplain
  • Contact your wing chaplain for an application (CAP Form 35A)
• What governs the CAP Chaplain Service Program?
  • CAPR 265-1, Chaplain Service
  • Policies set by CAP National Board
• Will I work with other faith groups in this program?
  • CAP Reg 265-2, The Covenant and Code of Ethics for CAP Chaplains
  • Chaplains provide for free exercise of religion for all CAP personnel
• What roles will a CAP Chaplain fill within a Wing/Squadron?
  • Chaplain advises the commander on ethical and moral issues
  • Chaplain provides for religious observances
  • Chaplain provides pastoral care
  • Certified chaplain provides emergency ministry
  • Chaplain coordinate moral leadership for cadets
• Chaplain Specialty Track Training Requirements
  • Complete CAPP 221, The CAP Chaplain--Specialty Track Study Guide
  • Complete CAPP 221-A, Chaplains Helping Chaplains--
    Specialty Track Study Guide for Master Rating
  • Wing Chaplain administer the test for the above pamphlets
  • Certificate of completion provided when each test is
    successfully completed (CAPC 221 and CAPC 221-A)
• Moral Leadership Officer Specialty Track Training Requirements
  • Read CAPP 265-4, The CAP Chaplain Service Handbook (Technician Rating)
  • Present 5 Moral Leadership Seminars in accordance with CAPP 265-2,
    Values for Living (Senior Rating)
  • Present a moral leadership training seminar for the Chaplain Service
    Region Staff College (Master Rating)
• Chaplain Administrative Requirements
  • Chaplain Application Form (CAP Form 35)
  • Moral Leadership Officer (MLO) Application Form (CAP Form 35A)
  • Chaplain Statistical Report (CAP Form 34)
  • Wing Chaplain Statistical Report (CAP Form 34A)
  • Religious Interview Card (CAP Form 48)
• Other Chaplain Related Links
  • Military Chaplains Association