Become a Chaplain Candidate

Candidates seeking internship or ordination with the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc., who qualify and meet the Commission of License and Ordination requirements, will receive their commission as a chaplain by the Board of Examiners and be issued credentials as a chaplain/minister according to their designation. For example, if a candidate is new to chaplaincy and does not meet the qualifications for full ordination, they may be eligible to be commissioned as a Chaplain Assistant (Intern) and serve a two-year internship, after which the Board of Examiners will review them once again for possible ordination. Candidates who receive their commission as ordained Chaplain/Minister of the Gospel of Christ will be sanctioned by this fellowship to perform the sacred duties of the church. Are you ready to join our team?

Approved chaplains will be allowed to refer to the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. as their covering organization. All ordination and associate applicants must complete the application process and submit a resume detailing their experience in the ministry and their educational experience. All applications will be forwarded to the Commission of License and Ordination for review and final approval. If an applicant does not pass the application process, the applicant will be refunded the application fee.

A-2) Clergy that is currently working in ministry as a chaplain who has a four-degree or greater, in such a capacity as a military chaplain, prison chaplain, law-enforcement chaplain, hospital chaplain, or church pastor may seek license and ordination with the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. Seminary graduates are also welcome to seek license and ordination as well.

B-2) Professional Clergy associated with non-denominational churches must hold credentials under the bylaws of their church, which would also include ministers of denominations or fellowships which allow their church to license their pastors.

​C-2) Professional Chaplains will receive a certificate of appointment and a chaplain’s ID card and carry the official badge. (Badges are to be purchased separately) Professional Chaplains will be listed in our database of network chaplains for referral purposes.

A-3) All Professional Chaplains and Chaplain Assistants must agree to continue to seek education and advancement in the area of crisis intervention and other types of training related to the field of chaplaincy when such training is available. The US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. is a Christian-based organization that supports a statement of faith listed on our website.   

B-3) Chaplains International will not consider awarding credentials as Professional Chaplains to those who hold questionable clergy credentials. Those who qualify and are seeking to be credentialed as a member of the clergy, and yet do not hold clergy credentials, may be eligible for the position of Professional Chaplain if their education supports the position they seek. 

C-3) Any chaplain who is caught misusing the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. credentials in any manner, criminal or unprofessional, will have their membership terminated. All chaplains, upon signing this form acknowledge and accept full responsibility for their actions and release Chaplains International from all liability.

D-3) Candidates must understand that the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. is not a law enforcement agency but a law enforcement support organization. Those appointed Chaplains with Chaplains International are not to use their credentials to acquire special privileges or consideration. Such actions will be a cause for termination. Chaplains are not to identify themselves as law enforcement officers — such offenses can result in imprisonment and termination from Chaplains International. All members of the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. are expected to conduct themselves in a manner becoming of any person serving in ministry.

E-3) The US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. does not discriminate against women who may choose to serve in the role of a Chaplain. The US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. does not discriminate based on race or color. All candidates must be in good standing with their local church and may be called upon by members within the network of the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. to respond to a crisis as the need arises. Candidates will be required to provide the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc. with a statement of faith.

F-3) All Chaplains are considered inter-denominational and are not to use their credentials to proselytize unless invited to do so by the person to whom they’re ministering too.  ​

Notice: Due to the increase in overhead cost starting August 2025, dues will increase to $150.00 annually.​

Chaplain Assistant Membership: $150.00 

• The amount must be enclosed with your application and addressed to the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc.
• Membership fees may be paid using your Credit or Debit Card or PayPal by logging on to: https://usilefcc.org. Credentials are renewed annually. All funds must be in US funds.

Ordained Chaplain Membership: $150.00 

• The amount must be enclosed with your application and addressed to the US and International Law Enforcement and Firefighters Chaplain Corps, Inc.
• Membership fees may be paid using your Credit or Debit Card or PayPal by logging on to: https://usilefcc.org. Credentials are renewed annually.
•  All funds must be in US funds.