Applications are now being accepted for the Emmaus School of Spiritual Formation (SSF) and School of Spiritual Direction (SSD).
All courses will be offered ONLINE.
Apply now to become a student at Emmaus Formation Centre.
First Course: Soul-Shaping Experiences: Foundations of Spiritual Formation SF001
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The Emmaus Spiritual Formation Certificate is a 2-year, 6-course part-time educational program designed to provide opportunities for personal spiritual growth, a foundational understanding of Christian spiritual formation and an introduction to the ministry of spiritual direction. This program or its equivalent are prerequisites for the one-year spiritual direction certificate. Courses are fully online.
A Certificate of Spiritual Formation is awarded after successful completion of the 6 courses of the first two years. A Certificate of Spiritual Direction is awarded after successful completion of the four spiritual-direction specific courses (Introduction to Spiritual Direction and the 3 courses of the third year). Normally, students must complete the first two years before applying to enter the third year which includes supervised spiritual direction of others.
Courses are offered online with work throughout the semester being done individually (such as reading and spiritual direction) and online (including forums and video classes). The Fall semester goes from September to November, the Winter semester from January to March, and the Spring session from April to June. Courses are sequential, allowing for the development of cohort relationships as part of the formational process.
Emmaus Certificate Program follows the guidelines for training program of Spiritual Directors International. It is not a degree-granting institution. Instructors have graduate level theological education, are trained spiritual directors, and have extensive ministry experience.
Introduces definitions, motifs, frameworks, means, and issues in Christian spiritual formation, including an introduction to spiritual direction. The topic and format creates opportunities for deepening and expanding your understanding and experience of personal spiritual formation and facilitating the spiritual growth of others. Learning activities include selected readings, online discussions, short writing assignments, individual spiritual direction, and classes, and group direction.
Sequence: 1st Year | Course code: SF001
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | September 1 |
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Reviews the theology of the role of Scripture in the Christian spiritual formation as well as leads the participants to understand and practice varied ways of engaging Scripture for transformation. Topics include academic versus devotional approaches to Scripture, meditation on scripture, the practice of Lectio Divina, gospel imagination, the use of Psalms in formation, inductive Bible study. The topics and exercises are designed to create opportunities for the participants to expand their relationship with Scripture and to gain skills to facilitate formational interaction with scripture. This course utilizes selected readings, lecture, class discussion, guided experience, sharing, prayer and spiritual direction.
Sequence: 1st Year | Course code: SF002.
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | January 1 |
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Spiritual formation, practices and direction take place within certain religious contexts and spiritual traditions. There are a number of different traditions in the Christian faith each with their own historical development and distinct understanding of spiritual growth, prayer, and spiritual direction. This course surveys a number of historical and contemporary expressions of Christian faith including why they developed, how they vary in their understanding of the initiation, goal, and process of spiritual growth. We will consider how we engage in formation and direction of self, others, and our community in light of these various models. The course will have a special emphasis on prayer and the contemplative tradition. Course Sequence: 2nd Year | Course Code: SF003
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | January 1 |
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Introduces discernment from the context of relationality, exploring our relationship with God as the very place where true discernment unfolds and where all decisions are a natural outflow. The practice of discernment will be grounded in theology, understood within different traditions (e.g., Ignatian), applied to spiritual direction, and practiced by making space for the formation of our hearts through prayer, reflection and conversations.
Sequence: 2nd Year; Course code: SF004
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | September 1 |
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Explores various disciplines, means, or practices that have been employed in the Judeo-Christian tradition over the centuries for the purpose of cultivating an awareness of and responsiveness to the presence of God. The place and purpose of the disciplines within the life of the individual and community will be reviewed and assessed. Students will practice a discipline of their choice, observing and reflecting on their experience.
Sequence: 1st Year | Course code: SF005
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | April 1 |
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Introduces and begins to train candidates in the art and practice of spiritual accompaniment. Participants will learn about the persons, process and practice of guiding fellow pilgrims deeper in faith, hope, and love in Christ. The content and format provide an opportunity for an expanded knowledge and experience of the ministry through in-class practice of supervised spiritual direction, online and residential classes, forum discussions, group spiritual exercises, and the supervised practice of spiritual direction. Participants will learn critical skills for the practice, through practical teaching, experiential learning, and supervision of their practice.
Course Sequence: 2nd Year | Course Code: SF006
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | April 1 |
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The Emmaus Spiritual Direction Certificate is 4-course, 1½ year part-time educational program designed to provide opportunity to develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge for a ministry of spiritual direction. Emmaus’ Certificate in Spiritual Formation or its equivalent are prerequisites for the one-year spiritual direction certificate. Courses are fully online. The first course of the sequence is also part of the Certificate in Spiritual Formation.
Introduces participants to various approaches to spiritual direction including the Evangelical and Ignatian traditions. The course includes a practicum which involves training, offering direction to others, peer supervision, and individual supervision.
Course Sequence: 3rd Year | Course Code: SF007.
Fee structure:
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Practicum Fee | $125 | September 1 |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | September 1 |
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Addresses an approach to understanding the human soul, integrating psychological and spiritual insights. Various topics will be covered and may include aspects of the psyche, emotional issues, dreamwork, personality, the Enneagram and working with those who are different from us culturally and in other ways. The course includes a continuation of the spiritual direction practicum which involves offering direction to others, peer supervision, and individual supervision.
Course Sequence: 3rd Year | Course Code: SF008
Fee structure:
Amount in CAD | Due Date | |
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Practicum Fee | $125 | January 1 |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | January 1 |
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In this course we will consider the ministry, mystery, and mission of spiritual direction. Students will engage with key dimensions of spiritual direction including: prayer, self-care, complex direction relationships, mission, supervision, management, and professional ethics. Exploring these aspects of spiritual direction will equip students to become spiritual directors with the wisdom, poise, and confidence required to serve others in this vital ministry. The course includes a practicum which involves training, offering direction to others, peer supervision, and individual supervision. As we practice, reflect on, and develop in the ministry of spiritual direction, students will be affirmed and inspired to embrace their vocation as spiritual directors. Course Sequence: 3rd Year| Course Code: SF009
Fee structure:
Amount in CAD | Due Date | |
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Non-refundable deposit | $300 | 30 days before semester start date |
Practicum Fee | $125 | April 1 |
Remaining Tuition Fee | $515 | April 1 |
*NOTE: If paying by e-transfer please email your payment to
payment@emmausformation.ca
Include the following in the message section of your transfer: Course Title, Your Name & Fees
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Persons who have completed the Emmaus Spiritual Direction Certificate or its equivalent may apply to take an Advanced Certificate in Spiritual Direction. The purpose of this program is to provide and encourage continuing education for spiritual directors. The certificate is an evidence that this has been undertaken at a substantial level.
Persons who have completed the Emmaus Spiritual Direction Certificate or its equivalent may apply to take an Advanced Certificate in Spiritual Direction. The purpose of this program is to provide and encourage continuing education for spiritual directors. The certificate is an evidence that this has been undertaken at a substantial level.
Graduation from a spiritual directing training program that is equivalent to 2-years part-time including courses (200-240 on-task hours total), personal spiritual direction (at least 24 hours) and supervised spiritual directing (at least 24 hours). (See requirements below)
Education sessions are offered on an occasional basis, but Emmaus will offer at least 8 hours of continuing education per year, usually in the fall and winter or spring. Sessions may be workshops, seminars, lectures or other educational events. Members of the Emmaus Society of Spiritual Directors receive a discount on Emmaus Continuing Education Events.
You are encouraged to register for the Emmaus Spiritual Direction Certificate as soon as you start to accumulate hours; you must register before completing more than 10 hours of related continuing education. See website for application and completion fees.
Upon completion, you will need to submit a $500 fee towards administrative expenses.
Certificates will be given at the Emmaus Graduation Ceremony. Students who qualify for graduation may represent themselves as having completed the certificate.
Most ethical guidelines for spiritual directors include the expectation that practicing directors commit to continuing education in fields and topics relevant to their practice. Emmaus Formation Centre provides 2-4 workshops, seminars, or lectures per year that will be relevant, timely, and practical. Most continuing education sessions will be stand alone, 3-5 hour, one-day events, though in some cases the sessions may be part of a series. Registration for these sessions are generally open and may be of interest to people in related ministries such as pastoral care, small group ministry, counselling, campus ministries, etc. Graduates of Emmaus Spiritual Direction Certificate program or those with equivalent training may apply these courses towards completion of an Advanced Certificate in Spiritual Direction