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New York State Chaplain Group Inc.
Serving those who serve in crisis.
We train and certify everyday people to become professional Chaplains — equipped to provide emotional and spiritual support in hospitals, prisons, schools, and emergency settings nationwide.
25+
Years of Service
500+
Chaplains Certified
50+
Communities Served
100%
Dedicated
AH
Rabbi Akiva Homnick
Founder & Director
We didn't build this to be another certification program. We built it because people in their most vulnerable moments deserve someone trained, present, and genuinely prepared to help.
That's what our chaplains are. If you're ready to become that person for someone else, we're ready to walk every step with you.
One Program, Everything You Need
What We Provide
01
Training Course
Certification Program
Step-by-step program covering crisis response and real-world chaplaincy — taught by seasoned professionals from enrollment to placement.
02
Personal Mentorship
1-on-1 Guidance
A dedicated mentor from enrollment through certification and into your chaplaincy career — someone who walks the path with you.
03
Official ID & Certificate
National Credentials
Nationally recognized credentials opening doors in hospitals, corrections, and organizations across the country.
Testimonials
What Our Chaplains Say
"A great value for comprehensive and quality learning for ALL stages of chaplaincy. One of the best organizations in the field."
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Reuvèn
Chaplaincy Student · NYSCG
"Extremely professional yet personal! They strive for your success and are dedicated to helping you grow as a chaplain."
I
Isidore T
Certified Chaplain · NYSCG
"Rabbi Akiva Homnick is a 100% A+ class act. Extremely knowledgeable and up to date. Highly recommend."
E
Ezra R
Chaplaincy Graduate · NYSCG
"I took their class and became part of this amazing organization. I would recommend this for everyone — truly life-changing."
J
Joel Wer
Chaplaincy Member · NYSCG
"Quick response time, always respectful and helpful. A fantastic organization that puts its chaplains first."
A
Akiva Brotsky
Active Chaplain · NYSCG
"Informative and always responsive. They truly know their work and care deeply about the chaplains they support."
B
Barney Lowenbraun
Chaplaincy Alumni · NYSCG
"A great value for comprehensive and quality learning for ALL stages of chaplaincy. One of the best organizations in the field."
R
Reuvèn
Chaplaincy Student · NYSCG
"Extremely professional yet personal! They strive for your success and are dedicated to helping you grow as a chaplain."
I
Isidore T
Certified Chaplain · NYSCG
"Rabbi Akiva Homnick is a 100% A+ class act. Extremely knowledgeable and up to date. Highly recommend."
E
Ezra R
Chaplaincy Graduate · NYSCG
"I took their class and became part of this amazing organization. I would recommend this for everyone — truly life-changing."
J
Joel Wer
Chaplaincy Member · NYSCG
"Quick response time, always respectful and helpful. A fantastic organization that puts its chaplains first."
A
Akiva Brotsky
Active Chaplain · NYSCG
"Informative and always responsive. They truly know their work and care deeply about the chaplains they support."
B
Barney Lowenbraun
Chaplaincy Alumni · NYSCG
New York State Chaplain Group Inc. is a tax deductible organization with a federal tax Id number 92-383-4921
New York State Chaplain Group Inc. is a tax deductible organization with a federal tax Id number 92-383-4921
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