Expanding Global Access to Clinical Pastoral Education: ACPE Launches New International CPE Landing Page

Written by Jawad Bayat, Chair of IRC

The ACPE International Relations Committee is excited to announce the launch of its International CPE Landing Page, a comprehensive resource designed to make CPE more accessible to students and educators worldwide. This new hub reflects ACPE’s commitment to fostering global connections and supporting diverse pathways for spiritual care education.

What’s New?

The landing page brings together essential information for international students, educators, and associations in one easy-to-navigate space. Whether you are seeking to enroll CPE in the United States, participate in an online program from your home country, or explore opportunities through recognized international associations, this page is your starting point.

For International Students:

  • Study in the U.S.: Access the ACPE Accredited Program Directory and learn about visa requirements for full-time programs.
  • Study Online: Find accredited programs offering online CPE with clinical placements in your home country.
  • Explore Global Options: Learn about international associations with which ACPE has reciprocity agreements, including partners in Canada, Norway, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.

For International Programming and Educators:

  • Establish Partnerships: Discover how international associations can initiate reciprocity agreements with ACPE.
  • Teach Abroad: Access guidelines for ACPE educators seeking to provide CPE internationally through the International Educational Placement Agreement.
  • Join the Community: Connect with peers through the International CPE Community of Practice and collaborate on best practices.

Why It Matters: This initiative strengthens ACPE’s global reach, ensuring that students and educators everywhere can engage with high-quality CPE programming. By centralizing resources and streamlining processes, ACPE is making international education more accessible, transparent, and collaborative.

Share this resource with your networks and help us build a worldwide community committed to excellence in spiritual care education.

Explore the new International CPE Landing Page today by clicking here.