Chaplains, with training and support through AMCed will be able to enhance their skills. By improving the standard practice of chaplains, AMCed will, in turn, be supporting young people in becoming well-rounded learners, productive individuals and better citizens. By developing a higher standard of chaplaincy through support, advice, training, seminars and networking, AMCed raises awareness of the association’s aims to serve educational institutions, students, staff and the community, which will in turn promote cohesion and better communities.

AMCed have been delivering training since inception in 2008. The first training, a three-day programme on Dialogue Facilitation Skills, was attended by participants from the private and public sectors. AMCed have further developed and delivered training at several universities in England.

AMCed has developed an online Introduction to Muslim Chaplaincy course as well as three affiliated courses at foundation, intermediate and advanced levels.

The courses are as follows:

• Introduction to Muslim chaplaincy: One-day Muslim chaplaincy awareness programme.
• AMCed Muslim chaplaincy care: One-day foundation level exploring the ethos of Muslim chaplaincy.
• AMCed Muslim chaplaincy care in education: Two-day intermediate training on the roles and responsibilities of Muslim chaplains.
• AMCed Muslim chaplaincy professional care: Three-day advanced training on the institutional policies, procedures, processes and ethical standards of Muslim chaplaincy.

The courses are for new or experienced chaplains and anyone interested in learning more about Muslim chaplaincy. 

The aim of this series of courses is to enhance the skills of practitioners and anyone who is in the frontline of one to one support.