Accreditation Fee Increases Effective January 1, 2027

Beginning January 1, 2027, fees related to accreditation will increase to continue supporting and strengthening our shared work.

2026 Accreditation Dues: $2600 → 2027 Accreditation Dues: $3400

2026 Student Unit Fees: $270 → 2027 Student Unit Fees: $300

The dues adjustment was recommended by the ACPE Finance Committee and approved by the ACPE Board of Directors during its July 2026 meeting. The increase in student unit fees was approved and announced in August 2024.

These changes reflect two priorities that directly benefit our programs, professionals, and students. First, as you know, we are modernizing the systems and platforms that undergird our accreditation and certification processes in order to create a smoother, more reliable, and user‑friendly experience. This investment also ensures we are capturing, managing, and analyzing the mission-critical data that clearly conveys the strength of our collective work. Secondly, we are expanding accreditation staffing so we can offer more timely support, deepen our bench of expertise, and meet the demand for high-quality accreditation services. Our goal remains to professionalize our process while reasonably reducing your administrative burden.

These investments position ACPE to serve you with greater clarity, consistency, and care. They also ensure that our operations remain strong, responsive, and aligned with the evolving needs of our community.

Thank you for the trust you continue to place in ACPE, its staff and leadership, and for the work you do every day to advance spiritual care education. Together, we’re strengthening and shaping ACPE into a more modern, responsive, and supportive Association for all.