Specialized Training for Life-Changing Impact
We equip Christian Chaplains, Reentry Specialists, and Volunteers for greater ministry impact.
Bible-based
Curriculum
Developed on Biblical principles with an emphasis on the integration
of faith and learning.
Expert
Instructors
All instructors have both experience
and educational credentials in their fields.
Online
Delivery
Learn at your own pace
or in a cohort with your peers.
People impacted by incarceration deserve trained ministry workers.
Effective correctional ministry takes more than good intentions and even experience.
Correctional ministry requires specialized training for this cross-cultural ministry (serving in this unique context and people) to avoid getting harmed and causing harm.
Our trainings are designed to:
- Confirm your calling
- Enhance your ministry skills
- Equip you with correctional ministry knowledge
- Deepen your Christian commitment
- Expand your ministry network
The CMI Experience
Many people serving in correctional ministry feel frustrated and under-prepared. At the Correctional Ministries Institute our specialized training produces skilled ministry leaders. The result is that you can make a difference and flourish in ministry while the people you serve get the quality ministry they deserve.
Student Spotlight
The Online Certificate Program is
amazing! The instructors are experts
in their field and are willing to go the
extra mile to help. The program was
life-changing, both personally, and
professionally. The knowledge and
instruction I gained from the courses
are priceless. I highly recommend it
to anyone with a passion and calling
to serve those who have been
impacted by crime and incarceration.
Don Caballero
Pastor/Program Manager
ACE Overcomers
I feel that the Certificate Program
took me to new heights of
chaplaincy in both knowledge and
competencies as well as being
introduced to CMCA which
opened new relationships to me
in the national world of
corrections.
Joy Stevens
Project Director Trauma Healing
Good News Global
I was in the field of Reentry for a few
years and felt God was calling me to
one day lead my own organization. I
wasn’t ready for all that comes with
that. I needed to be more equipped.
After talking with a few people, I was
encouraged to reach out to CMI and I
am forever grateful I did. A couple of
years later the Lord opened a door
that I was prepared to walk through
due to the foundation I received at
CMI.
Nick Robbins
Executive Director
Returning Home, Inc.
We believe your gifts and talents should be developed to make a greater impact.
For more than 20 years, we have trained hundreds of ministry workers and equipped them to become more effective.
How to begin:
Apply Online
The application takes
less than 5 minutes
Select a Training Program
We are happy to help you find the program that fits your goals and answer any questions you have about trainings.
Acquire Specialized Skills
See Life-Changing
Impact
Start Learning Today!
Attend CMCA 2025 Correctional Ministries Summit, May 2-3, Orlando, Florida, featuring:
- Over 20 workshops to equip you for correctional ministry: Jail/Prison Ministry, Chaplaincy, Reentry, Youth, Advocacy
- Inspiring Plenary Sessions
- Multiple Networking Opportunities
Become a Certified Trainer for Answering the Call, our 11-week, in-prison training for Christ-followers to live focused lives of witness and discipleship.
Questions about correctional ministry?
Please fill out the form below and we will get back to you within 72 hours.