Our Divisions

CPE Training

CPE is experience‐based theological education and pastoral formation for seminarians, clergy, and lay persons of diverse cultures, ethnic groups and faith traditions. In CPE you join other women and men who are currently in ministry or are preparing for it. Some may be healthcare professionals who come to CPE to enhance their work pastorally. Most are Christian, but CPE welcomes qualified persons across faith traditions.

Chaplain and CPE Supervisor Credentialing

CPEI offers the following credentials for those who meet the educational, training, examination, and ethics requirements of our guild of qualified professionals: 

• Certificate in Chaplaincy
• Board Certified Associate Chaplain
• Board Certified Chaplain
• Associate CPE Supervisor
• CPE Supervisor
• CPE Training Supervisor

CPE Center Accreditation

CPEI through the Commission on Accreditation for Pastoral Education accredits CPE centers who offer healthcare and community based programs offering units in person or distance learning. Accreditation can be offered for those offering basic, advanced, and supervisory training.