The Association of Certified Chaplains in South Africa (ACCSA) are committed to interfaith ministry and the professional practice of chaplaincy care. ACCSA serves chaplains in all types of health and human service environments. We are involved in chaplaincy care of all persons, respecting their diverse cultures, identities, abilities and beliefs. ACCSA is an officially registered non-profit Company, registered in South Africa in terms of Section 14 of the Companies Act 2008, with registration number NPC 2020/277841/08. It is governed by a group of Directors, known as the Executive Board, who is responsible for oversight and the proper management of it's resources, programs and operations.

 

ACCSA advocates for quality chaplaincy care of all persons in health care facilities, correctional institutions, long-term care units, rehabilitation centres, hospices and other specialized settings.

 

To fulfill our mission to promote quality chaplaincy care through advocacy, education, professional standards and service to our members, ACCSA demonstrates commitment to the following:

 

Chaplaincy Care

Promote the chaplaincy care of persons as an essential dimension of total care and services provided by public and private institutions and organizations.

 

Common Qualifications and Competencies

Cultivate a high standard of excellence in chaplaincy care by establishing common qualifications and competencies for professional chaplains and by encouraging the continuing education and support of chaplains providing chaplaincy care in specialized settings.

 

Public Advocacy

Serve as an interfaith and professional voice advocating spiritual values on behalf of the chaplaincy and associations, spiritual/faith groups and public agencies toward the promotion of professional chaplaincy.community in national and local health and human welfare programs and services.

 

Collegiality

Promote the professional collegiality of chaplains by providing support services, publications, communications, consultations, peer review and continuing education.

 

Outreach

Develop and nurture relationships with other professional disciplines.