P.R. Laws tit. 25, § 173e
Chaplain candidates shall comply with the following requirements under this subchapter:
(a) A theological education or education from a duly accredited institution.
(b) Ordination as a minister, priest, or rabbi duly certified by their respective faith group, which must be incorporated in the Department of State, or in default thereof, properly completed theological education or coursework in chaplaincy.
(c) A criminal record certificate issued by the Puerto Rico Police Department.
(d) A health certificate
(e) Availability and accessibility to respond to any type of incident or event management.
(f) Sensitivity towards the emotional and spiritual needs of the person in a crisis, emergency, accident, or disaster situation.
(g) Disposition to take continuing education courses and training in critical incident stress management, counseling, and emergency management, in addition to any other subject related to chaplaincy services.
History —Aug. 15, 2012, No. 168, § 8.