Deaconess - Full Time CPE Units

Ten-week program offered each summer and other times during the year at the CPE coordinators discretion
Students may receive academic credit from their respective seminaries
Free lodging is available students not accompanied by spouse or family
40 hours per week; on-call duty required
Tuition: $400
Application fee: $35

Admission Criteria from Standard 307 of the ACPE 2016 Standards

An admission interview with a qualified interviewer (ACPE certified educator or person who is knowledgeable of the CPE process) for persons applying for an initial unit of CPE to determine readiness for clinical learning.
Either graduation from high school/GED or ordination by a faith community or commission to function in ministry by an appropriate religious authority as determined by the ACPE
The fulfillment of education or experience requirements established by the ACPE center
Acceptance by an ACPE Center accredited for appropriate program type