How to Apply
The CPE program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, religious traditions, denominations, cultures, and nationalities to prepare them to serve as spiritual care professionals.
Students preparing for spiritual care professions may enroll in CPE as a part of a course of study for theological degree, ordination requirements, or continuing education. Some may enroll in CPE to facilitate their process of vocational discernment. Others, already experienced in spiritual care in other helping professions, may engage in CPE to enhance their spiritual effectiveness. Those with a vocation to Spiritual Care will wish to complete a minimum of four units of CPE as a prerequisite to certification as a professional chaplain. Those interested in spiritual care leadership roles and seeking certification as CPE Educators are encouraged to consider a two-year residency program for more comprehensive and focused learning.
Application Fees: No application or interview fee.
Applicant Deadlines and Information
Apply early! Peer group size is small, and positions are filled quickly. All applications are reviewed, and interviews scheduled for qualified applicants in an ongoing basis. Equal consideration is given to all applications received until the positions are full.
Tip: A recommended length for application responses are about 5-7 pages, single spaced, for Extended Unit applications and about 6-8 pages, single spaced, for Residency applications. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions about the application process.
Submit applications to: Sinnamon.Wolfe@ECSUtah.org
Application Requirements:
Extended Internship Program
Complete the ACPE CPE program application form and materials
Complete an admission’s interview with a CPE Certified Educator to assess readiness for CPE
Submit signed copies of all previous CPE student and educator unit evaluations (if applicable)
Have a college degree, theological education, or ordination by a ecclesiastical/spiritual organization
Be ordained and/or endorsed by a faith community or commissioned to function in ministry by an appropriate religious authority (preferred)
Demonstrate ability to learn from experience
Demonstrate ability to work in high stress and emotional conflict situations
Residency Program
Complete the ACPE CPE program application form and materials
Complete an admission’s interview with a CPE Certified Educator and admissions committee
Complete at least one prior unit of ACPE CPE (preferred)
Submit signed copies of all previous CPE student and educator unit evaluations (if applicable)
Have a college degree, graduate theological education, or ordination by a ecclesiastical/spiritual organization or commission to function in spiritual care as determined by ACPE (graduate degrees, M.Div. or M.Div. equivalent preferred)
Demonstrate ability to learn from experience
Demonstrate ability to work in high stress and emotional conflict situations
Note: International students must provide proof of Green Card or Visa with their application. Our program does not have the resources to assist with this process.
Admission Policies:
Non-Discrimination Policy
The ECS Spiritual Care & Education Center at St. Mark’s Hospital welcomes all persons and is committed through language and practice to cultivate an inclusive community. The Center admits students regardless of age, color, national or ethnic origins, familial composition, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, racial, ethnic, cultural and gender identities and expressions, religious affiliation, faith tradition, socio-economic status, and disability. Students have access to all the rights, privileges, and programs available to students. The CPE Center does not discriminate on the basis of any of these factors in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and scholarships, or other programs administered by the Center. The Center is committed to providing an environment where students, faculty, and staff can enjoy the full benefits of the above policy.