For those of you who would like to take your Buddhist service to the next level this program is very well recommended.
The 48-credit degree can be completed within two years and is fully accredited. Click here for more information. You can learn more about the work of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care in Clinical Pastoral Education in this video.
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The Buddha would be, if he was not enlightened, furious about having to pay to study his teachings. If money is involved the program is not valid. It stands against all his teachings. I guess that is what happens when greed and misunderstanding of the fundamentals of Buddhism enters the equation.
No thanks. I’ll keep studying Buddhism by the roadside. And if I see the Buddha I’ll slap him silly.
The money is not for the teaching but the certification. I have tried to volunteer at the local VA as the Buddhist chaplain and was refused due to not having the aforementioned certification. I suggest the Bright Dawn lay minister program. They have accepted me so I bet they will take anyone 🙂 Good luck on your studies and thank you for your comments.
http://www.brightdawn.org/layministerprogram.html
This is great timing for me – my goal is to become a buddhist chaplain. Thank you for sharing.
I am glad to hear that. Good luck in your endeavor.