Army MOS · Support
56A Command and Unit Chaplain
Overview
A Command and Unit Chaplain provides religious coverage for a parent organization and other organizations and units. The chaplain serves in staff, deputy staff, or assistant roles and supervises chaplains and staff who provide religious programs for the organization and military community.
Core Skills
- program management and planning
- counseling and coaching
- conflict resolution and mediation
- ethical decision making and compliance
- organizational needs assessment
- public speaking and briefing
- stakeholder engagement and relationship building
- team leadership and supervision
- crisis management and response coordination
- cultural competence and diversity awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Email software
- Event scheduling software
Civilian Career Paths
- Chaplaincy
- Behavioral Health
- Training and Education
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Examination in Marital and Family Therapy
- Certification in Thanatology (CT) · Funded
- Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist
Career Growth
- Diplomate in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
- Fellow in Thanatology (FT)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC) · Funded
- National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE)
Also Common
- Board Certified Chaplain (BCC)
What the Work Involves
- Pray and promote spirituality.
- Prepare and deliver sermons or other talks.
- Read from sacred texts, such as the Bible, Torah, or Koran.
- Organize and lead regular religious services.
- Instruct people who seek conversion to a particular faith.
Related Occupations
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors
- Social and Human Service Assistants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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