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Church Leadership and Management Courses

These courses serve as the theory and practical elements of Leadership & Management, with a primary focus on SNU churches.

Leadership & Management

Course Overview

This course serves as the theory component of the Church Accreditation Scheme (CAS), with a primary focus on the management of a SNU church.

Course Modules
  • The History of Modern Spiritualism and the Development of the SNU
  • The Teachings of Spiritualism
  • The Church in the Community
  • Church Leadership and Management
  • Church Services and Activities
  • Education Training and Spiritual Development
  • Church Rules
  • Promotion and Fundraising
Course Format
  • Study at home.
Who This Course Is For
  • Students developing their theoretical understanding of Spiritualism.
Progression Pathway
  • Completion of this course will support eligibility for further SNU education or awards, depending on your personal development goals.
Important Notes
  • No previous study required.
  • All course enrolments take 2-4 weeks to be processed.
  • This is the LM1 course ONLY. If you wish to apply for the Church Accreditation Scheme & the LM1 course combined, you will need to complete the CAS application form.
  • The LM1 course remains valid for five years from the date of completion for entry to the CAS.

 

How to Apply

Registration fee Postal: £40.00

or

Registration fee PDF: £25.00

Apply online using our application form:

Course Overview

An introduction to the Spiritualists’ National Union (SNU), including its structure as both a registered charity and a limited liability company and how this is achieved within the District Councils and the Spiritualists’ Lyceum Union.

Course Modules
  • Background, History & Purpose of the SNU
  • Composition, Membership & Meetings
  • The NEC, The Council, Administration, Complaints & District Councils
  • Standing Committees: Accreditation Committee & Communications Committee
  • Trust Property & the SNU Trust Fund of Benevolence
  • The Spiritualists’ Lyceum Union, SNUi & The Arthur Findlay College
Course Format
  • Study at home.
Who This Course Is For
  • Students developing their theoretical understanding of Spiritualism.
Progression Pathway
  • Completion of this course will support eligibility for further SNU education or awards, depending on your personal development goals.
Important Notes
  • Previous SNU study required.
  • Students can only apply for one DSNU level course at a time.
  • All course enrolments take 2-4 weeks to be processed.
How to Apply

Apply online using our application form:

Registration fee Postal: £40.00

or

Registration fee PDF: £25.00

This course is currently unavailable

Course Overview

The Church Accreditation Scheme (CAS) is structured around eight key sections, as well as a Mock Final Assessment Board . To complete the scheme, candidates are required to collect and present evidence demonstrating their competence in each subject, in accordance with the criteria outlined in their logbook.

Course Modules
  • The History of Spiritualism and the Development of the SNU.
  • The Teachings of Spiritualism.
  • The Church in the Community.
  • Church Leadership and Management.
  • Church Services and Activities.
  • Education Training and Spiritual Development.
  • Church Regulations.
  • Promotion and Fundraising.
  • Mock Final Assessment Board.
Course Format
  • Study at home & in person.
Who This Course Is For
  • Students developing their theoretical understanding of Spiritualism.
Progression Pathway
  • Completion of this course will support eligibility for further SNU education or awards, depending on your personal development goals.
Important Notes
  • All training and requirements must be completed within a three-year period.
  • All course enrolments take 2-4 weeks to be processed.
Final Assessment

Before applying for the Final Assessment, the candidate must have completed:

  • The LM1 Education Course
  • The CAS logbook, including the Mock Final Assessment Board

The Final Assessment is arranged by the Education & Exponents Committee (EEcom) and includes:

  • A private interview
  • An oral test of ten questions, based on the LM1 course and basic knowledge of the operation of an SNU-affiliated church or Pioneer Centre
  • Chairing of a church service
  • Delivering a prayer during the service
  • Selecting and presenting a reading appropriate for a church service
How to Apply

This course is currently unavailable. 

Course Overview

This Ministerial Duties Course (M1) is for those interested in entering the Ministry and representing Spiritualism at the highest level.

Course Modules
  • The role of the Ministry
  • Importance of official services and the role of readings
  • Naming Services – baby, child, adult, family naming, etc., locations
  • Wedding services – marriage blessing, vows retaken etc., locations
  • Funeral services – burial, cremation, difficult funerals, memorial service,
    locations
  • Dealing with potential problems
  • Pastoral care and confidential talks
  • Prison visiting
  • Hospital, nursing homes and hospice visiting
  • Safeguarding

 

Course Format
  • Study at home.
Who Is This Course For
  • Students working towards the appointment of Officiant or Minister.
Important Notes
  • This course is ONLY open to students that have been invited by the Ministers Development Committee
  • All course enrolments take 2-4 weeks to be processed.

 

How to Apply

Apply online using our application form:

Registration fee Postal: £40.00

or

Registration fee PDF: £25.00

Apply online using our application form: