Spiritual Direction and Directed Retreats

Creighton University in Omaha, founded in 1878, is a mid-sized, faith-based institution that emphasises holistic education and service. With a commitment to intellectual growth, ethical development and community engagement, Creighton offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programmes. The campus culture is close-knit, with small class sizes that support meaningful faculty-student interactions and personalised learning experiences.

Academically, Creighton integrates liberal arts foundations with professional preparation, offering opportunities for research, clinical placements and community-based learning. The university’s Jesuit tradition of cura personalis underpins student support services, which include academic advising, career coaching and spiritual and wellbeing resources. Programs aim to prepare graduates for purposeful careers while encouraging ethical leadership and civic responsibility.

International students find a welcoming environment with targeted orientation, language support and assistance navigating visas, housing and local life in Omaha. Strong career services, alumni networks and community partnerships help students secure internships and post-graduate opportunities in the United States. Prospective applicants should review programme prerequisites, financial aid and scholarship options early and engage with Creighton’s admissions team to plan a smooth transition to campus life and study.

The Spiritual Direction and Directed Retreats program at Creighton University is a non-degree certificate for those seeking a deeper understanding of Christian Spirituality. It's a one-year program that helps students become certified spiritual directors. The program's main advantage is its focus on personal renewal and apostolic spirituality.

The curriculum is grounded in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola and includes a nine-month directed practicum experience with supervised spiritual direction and retreat formation. Students will develop skills in contemplative-evocative methods and learn to respond creatively to urgent issues facing the church and world.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as spiritual directors, retreat leaders, or chaplains. They may work in churches, hospitals, or social service organizations. Other potential job titles include pastoral associate, director of religious education, or campus minister.