NACC Certification and Professional Development 3

Question 1

The NACC peer review process during certification interviews primarily evaluates a candidate's:

Accepted Answer

Clinical pastoral competency across all NACC domains

Answer

Peer reviewers assess candidates holistically across NACC's defined competency domains, not just theological knowledge or years of service.

Question 2

Which NACC document outlines the competencies required for board certification?

Accepted Answer

The NACC Certification Standards

Answer

The NACC Certification Standards document defines the competencies, requirements, and process for obtaining board certification.

Question 3

Continuing education activities for NACC recertification may include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Watching unrelated entertainment media for personal enrichment

Answer

Continuing education must be professionally relevant; personal entertainment unrelated to chaplaincy does not qualify for CE credit.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the NACC's mentor program for chaplaincy candidates?

Accepted Answer

To provide guidance and support during the certification preparation process

Answer

The mentor program pairs candidates with experienced board certified chaplains to guide them through certification preparation.

Question 5

A chaplain's NACC certification lapses if they fail to renew by the deadline. To reinstate, they typically must:

Accepted Answer

Meet current certification requirements as if applying anew

Answer

Lapsed certification generally requires the chaplain to meet current standards for initial certification to be reinstated.

(NACC) National Association of Catholic Chaplains Practice Test