Transforming Chaplaincy is a leader in evidence-based education for chaplains.
Our keystone education programs are open to all chaplains with an interest in research and count towards BCCI Research Continuing Education Requirements. We offer both online and in-person small-group programs geared towards chaplains beginning their research journey and advanced training for chaplain researchers.
Research Literacy 101 for Chaplains
RL 101 is a partially asynchronous, partially synchronous online course that introduces chaplains to reading, interpreting, and applying spiritual care research.
Next Dates: January 15 – February 12, $ 250 Early Bird (before December 12th) and $350 regular pricing
Chaplaincy Research Summer Institute (CRSI)
CRSI (Chicago, July 2025) is our premier program for chaplains dedicated to learning research methodology and interpretation and bringing their knowledge back to their practice.
Next Dates: July 14th-18th 2025, Chicago IL
Short Courses & Webinars
TC offers 4-8 hour Short Courses in specific research methodology such as case study writing and chaplain EMR notes, as well as frequent webinars open to all chaplains.
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The Transforming Chaplaincy Core Team and collaborators regularly present at National and International Conferences
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Transforming Chaplaincy
We love hearing from leaders and researchers interested in supporting partnerships and impactful collaborations. For chaplains looking to get involved in research for the first time, please see our Education page.
In Chicago
Rush University Medical Center
Suite 028 Annex
Dept. of Religion, Health & Human Values
1653 West Congress Parkway
Chicago, IL 60612
transforming_chaplaincy@rush.edu