Certificate Program
Clinical Pastoral Education
Learn about CPE 100–400, supervised clinical learning, reflection, individual supervision and spiritual care formation.
CPEI Education
CPEI provides quality, inclusive and life-transforming Clinical Pastoral Education through online and hybrid learning, preparing students for spiritual care, chaplaincy, pastoral supervision and professional formation.
Education at CPEI
CPEI’s educational programs are designed for self-motivated adult learners preparing for spiritual care, chaplaincy, ministry, pastoral supervision and professional practice in diverse settings.
Students learn through online coursework, supervised practice, small-group reflection, individual supervision, internships, evaluation and the integration of theological, behavioral science, ethical and pastoral care insights.
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Certificate Program
Learn about CPE 100–400, supervised clinical learning, reflection, individual supervision and spiritual care formation.
Certificate Program
Learn about SEC 600–900 and the development of competency in pastoral supervision, teaching and educational leadership.
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Program Snapshot
Each CPEI certificate program consists of four courses totaling 1,600 hours and is designed for completion within 24 months or less.
CPE 100–400
SEC 600–900
Learning Experience
CPEI students participate in a reflective and relational educational process connecting academic learning with spiritual care practice.
Students complete online lessons and learning activities through CPEI’s learning management system.
Students engage with peers through reflection, feedback, consultation and shared exploration of spiritual care practice.
Students receive individual supervision from qualified CPEI faculty as they develop pastoral identity, self-awareness and professional competency.
CPE students complete supervised practice in approved clinical, ministry, community or other spiritual care settings.
Structured assessment, evaluation and feedback support student learning and continuous institutional improvement.
CPEI education supports students preparing for chaplaincy, ministry, credentialing, pastoral supervision and expanded spiritual care practice.
Accreditations & Recognitions
CPEI’s institutional accreditation and professional recognitions support educational quality and create important pathways for students and spiritual care professionals.
CPEI is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
CPEI is accredited by IACET as a Continuing Education Unit provider for eligible continuing education activities.
CPEI is approved to offer VA education benefits to eligible veterans, active-duty service members and other qualified individuals enrolled in approved CPE and SEC programs.
CPEI’s Clinical Pastoral Education is accepted or recognized within professional pathways involving APC/BCCI, NACC and NAVAC.
Our Students
CPEI students come from a wide range of professional, vocational, educational and ministry backgrounds.
Learners discerning or deepening a call to ministry, chaplaincy, pastoral care or spiritual leadership.
Professionals seeking additional clinical formation, supervised learning or preparation for professional credentialing pathways.
Counselors, social workers, nurses, physicians and other professionals interested in strengthening spiritual care and reflective-practice skills.
Experienced chaplains and spiritual care professionals preparing for pastoral supervision, education and leadership.
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