Trauma-Informed Care in Ministry

Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Pennock

This course will equip Christian leaders to approach ministry from a trauma-informed perspective. Students will explore theological topics related to trauma and suffering, understand the broad-reaching impact of psychological trauma on individuals and communities, and examine models for trauma-informed ministry. The impact of vicarious trauma on Christian leaders will also be addressed.

Christian Interior Life

Instructor: Dr. Chuck DeGroat

In this course, students are invited to understand themselves and their stories at the intersection of scripture, psychology, and Christian spirituality. 

The course offers a relationally-oriented and trauma-informed perspective on the interior life anchored in the Christian soul care tradition. Students are also invited to explore their own spiritual, and emotional development

Step 1: Create an account

When you click on "Start Application," you will be prompted to create an account.  This is the information you will use to log back in to complete your application and check your application status. 

Note: If you have ever filled out an application or started an application at WTS, the system will prompt you to log in instead of creating an account. 

Step 2: Fill out the application

Although you are not applying for a specific degree program, the Association of Theological Schools, with whom we are accredited, requires us to collect specific information from all students regardless of their academic plans.  

Step 3: Provide additional materials

As part of your application for this 2-course bundle you will only be asked for three things outside of the application: 

1. Transcripts to previous institutions you have attended. 

2. A one-page essay explaining why you want to participate in these courses.

3. A photo of you

Step 4: Pay your application fee

An application fee of $50 is due upon submission.  

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