Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Virtual Program - Part-Time

Program Type: Professional education program for chaplaincy (virtual/distance learning)

Duration: Part-time, 1 unit of CPE

Geographic Scope: Available virtually; participants arrange clinical placement outside of Mercy facilities

Focus Areas:

• Spiritual formation and integration
• Awareness of self and others
• Relational dynamics
• Spiritual care interventions
• Professional development

Program Intended For:

• People with other commitments preventing completion of clinical hours at Mercy hospitals
• Those seeking flexible CPE options
• Ordained, professed, licensed and lay persons

Key Features:

• Students arrange their own clinical placement
• Placement must be approved by CPE educator
• Part-time format allows for flexibility
• Clinical placement outside Mercy facilities

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required, OR
• Other professional designation such as RN
• Sufficient theological background required

Experience:

• Faith group or community leadership experience expected

Work Authorization:

• Must be fully authorized to work and/or study in chosen jurisdiction when applying
• Mercy does not provide visa sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits:

• No stipend or benefits offered at this time

Application Process:

• Accepted year-round
• Considered in order received
• Programs close when full
• Application fee: $50 (non-refundable)

Contact Information:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 417-820-2770
• Address: 14528 S. Outer Forty, Chesterfield, Missouri 63017

Application Process

1. Submit Application
   • Applications accepted year-round
   • Reviewed in order received
   • Application fee: $50 (non-refundable)
2. Arrange Clinical Placement
   • Student arranges own clinical placement outside Mercy facilities
   • Placement must be approved by CPE educator
3. Selection and Enrollment
   • Upon selection, place $100 non-refundable holding fee (deducted from tuition)
   • Holding fee: $100 (non-refundable)
4. Financial Arrangements
   • Tuition: $650 per unit
   • Payment due at beginning of respective unit
   • Financial payment plans may be arranged in advance with CPE program coordinator and faculty approval
5. Required Prerequisites Before Application
   • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional designation (RN, etc.)
   • Sufficient theological background
   • Faith group or community leadership experience
   • Verify work authorization in jurisdiction
   • Identify potential clinical placement site

Note: Programs close when full; applications accepted on rolling basis. This program is ideal for those unable to complete clinical hours at Mercy facilities.