Introductory
Level I CPE Unit
Foundational unit for those new to clinical pastoral work — develop pastoral identity, listening, and reflective practice.
400 hours · Online or in person
The Sacred Institute for Spiritual Education
Clinical Pastoral Education programs — online or in person.
We form chaplains, pastoral counselors, and spiritual caregivers through accredited CPE units rooted in reflective practice, clinical rigor, and compassionate presence.
Faculty also available as speakers, workshop leaders, and processing-group facilitators.
Sacred Cpe Training institute is in the pre-accrediting phase
Programs
Pathways for every stage of your formation.
All units are taught in small cohorts with experienced ACPE Certified Educators. Choose the format that fits your call.
Advanced
Level II CPE Unit
Deepen theological reflection and clinical competence in specialized settings: hospital, hospice, psychiatric, or community care.
400 hours · Cohort based
Certification Track
Educator Formation
Multi-year supervisory training preparing experienced chaplains to become ACPE Certified Educators.
Multi-year · Mentored
Small cohorts. Real practice. Honest reflection.
Each unit pairs supervised clinical placement with weekly didactic seminars, individual supervision, and peer group consultation. You bring real encounters; the group helps you see them clearly.
- Weekly individual supervision with an ACPE Certified Educator
- Verbatim and case study reflection in peer cohort
- Placements in hospital, hospice, mental health, and community settings
- Online cohorts available for distance learners worldwide
About the Institute
A community of faculty devoted to spiritual care.
The Sacred CPE Training Institute exists to form spiritual caregivers of every tradition — and of none — through accredited Clinical Pastoral Education. Our faculty are working chaplains, certified educators, and pastoral theologians whose teaching is shaped by the bedside, the chapel, and the community.
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ACPE Certified Educators
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Clinical sites
30+
Faith traditions represented
From our students
“As a CPE student under the supervision of Rev. Powell, I experienced her as an exceptional CPE Educator whose guidance deeply shaped my growth in ministry. Rev. Powell created a learning environment grounded in safety, respect, and authentic reflection. She invited each of us to bring our full humanity, our faith, questions, fears, and strengths, into the learning space, cultivating a community where we could grow without judgment.
Educator Powell’s teaching was insightful, spiritually rich, and rooted in deep pastoral wisdom. She asked powerful questions that encouraged honest self-examination, helping me understand not only my pastoral interventions but also the emotions and beliefs underlying them. Her facilitation of verbatims, clinical reflections, and group process demonstrated both clarity and compassion, modeling the very presence she taught us to embody.
What truly set Educator Powell apart was her ability to see the best in her students and draw it out with grace. She honored our diverse backgrounds and spiritual identities, offering encouragement while also challenging us to stretch beyond our comfort zones. Through her mentorship, I became more self-aware, confident, and grounded in my pastoral identity.
Learning under Educator Powell was a transformative experience. Her leadership, integrity, and authenticity left an indelible imprint on my ministry, shaping how I show up for patients, families, and colleagues today. I am profoundly grateful for her investment in my formation and the lasting impact she has had on my journey as a chaplain.”
— Former CPE Student of Rev. Powell
Ready to begin your formation?
Applications for the next online and in-person cohorts are open. We’ll walk you through prerequisites, timing, and tuition.