DFCC strives to be the Centre of Excellence for the training, education and formation of military Chaplains. Respecting the incredible knowledge, skills and experience that Chaplains bring, DFCC seeks to contextualise their ministry experience into the ADF context.

The Defence Force Chaplains College is located within the Albury Wodonga Military Area (AWMA). It is the home of ADF Chaplain Training where Chaplains receive Initial, Intermediate and Senior level instruction. Information on the Chaplain Initial, Intermediate, Senior and other courses can be found in the Information/Courses section of this site.

Our Beginning

The Defence Force Chaplains College was opened and commenced training on 3rd November 2003 as a result of an initiative to develop a joint approach to the professional development and formation of Chaplains. The College occupies the facilities previously used by the Army's Chaplaincy Training Team at Latchford Barracks, Bonegilla near Wodonga. However the College itself and its work stems from the combined experience of Military Chaplaincy and Chaplain training in all three Services.

Command Structure

The Defence Force Chaplains College (DFCC) is under command of the Australian Defence College, the manager of Joint Chaplaincy Training in the ADF. The DFCC is an independent learning centre within the Australian Defence College (ADC), and under the administrative command of the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA). The Chief Instructor of the DFCC is accountable to the Commandant ADFA.