I’m Exploring Chaplaincy
Learn how Clinical Pastoral Education supports personal formation, professional growth and compassionate spiritual care.
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Education, Formation and Professional Growth for Spiritual Care Providers
Explore accredited Clinical Pastoral Education, supervisory education, professional credentialing, membership, affiliation and lifelong learning opportunities designed for today’s chaplains and spiritual care professionals.
Accredited Institution
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission
CPEI is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
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Supporting education and professional advancement
IACET Accredited Provider
Approved for VA Education Benefits
CPE Recognized by APC/BCCI and NACC
Where Would You Like to Begin?
Find the path that fits your goals
Whether you are exploring chaplaincy, advancing your credentials, seeking professional growth or building an educational partnership, CPEI can help you take the next step.
I’m Ready for Credentialing
Review CPEI’s credentialing pathways for chaplains, Supervisor-Educators and Training Supervisor-Educators.
Get Credentialed →I Want Professional Development
Continue learning through professional development programs, continuing education and CPEI Cadres.
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Learn how healthcare, ministry, educational and community organizations can become CPEI affiliates.
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Education, connection and professional advancement
Clinical Pastoral Education
Develop pastoral identity and spiritual care skills through supervised clinical experience and reflective learning.
Explore CPE →Credentialing
Advance your professional standing through recognized pathways for chaplains and spiritual care educators.
Explore Credentialing →Membership
Join an international community committed to professional connection, learning and excellence in spiritual care.
Explore Membership →Affiliation
Partner with CPEI to expand access to quality clinical pastoral education within your organization or community.
Explore Affiliation →Professional Development
Continue growing through lifelong learning, continuing education, programs and CPEI Cadres.
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Why CPEI?
Accessible education grounded in relationships and practice
CPEI combines rigorous academic standards with supervised clinical experience, reflective learning and individualized educator support.
Flexible online and hybrid formats make meaningful formation and professional growth accessible to students serving in healthcare, ministry, corrections, hospice, military and community settings.
CPEI at a Glance
Education designed for today’s spiritual care professionals
Flexible Learning
Online and hybrid formats support students in diverse locations and professional settings.
International Reach
CPEI serves students, educators, chaplains and partners across geographic boundaries.
Relational Formation
Students learn through peer engagement, educator mentorship and reflective practice.
Professional Pathways
Education, credentialing, membership and development support continued professional growth.
Student and Alumni Experience
“CPE was a life-giving experience.”
Rev. Amanda Blue
CPEI graduate and DEAC Outstanding Graduate and Distinguished Alumni honoree.
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Connect and Belong
Grow with a community of spiritual care professionals
CPEI membership connects chaplains, educators, students and spiritual care professionals with a supportive international community.
Members gain access to professional resources, ongoing learning, collegial relationships and opportunities to contribute to the future of pastoral care.
Recent Milestones
Continuing to grow, connect and expand opportunity
CPEI continues to strengthen pathways for students, graduates, chaplains and spiritual care professionals.
VA Education Benefits
CPEI received approval supporting eligible veterans, active-duty service members and other qualified learners.
NACC Recognition
CPEI’s Clinical Pastoral Education units are recognized toward National Association of Catholic Chaplains certification.
APC/BCCI Approval
CPEI is an approved provider of Clinical Pastoral Education toward BCCI chaplain certification.
Graduate Recognition
CPEI celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of students and alumni serving communities across the field.
News, Reflection and Insight
Latest from CPEI Practice & Presence
Read CPEI news, organizational updates and perspectives on chaplaincy, education and spiritual care.
Partner with CPEI
Expand access to quality pastoral education
CPEI works with healthcare organizations, educational institutions, ministries and community partners to offer accessible, accountable clinical pastoral education.
Learn About PartnershipTake the Next Step
Begin or advance your journey in spiritual care
Explore CPEI’s educational programs, professional credentialing, membership and partnership opportunities.