CPEI Practice & Presence

Applications Now Open for First Spanish-Language Cohort Beginning August 30   ORANGE PARK, Fla. - July 17, 2026 - Clinical Pastoral Education International (CPEI) is pleased to announce that it has received approval from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) to offer its Certificate in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) in Spanish.   The approval marks an important step in CPEI's mission to make quality Clinical Pastoral Education more accessible and to prepare chaplains, pastoral counselors, and spiritual care professionals to serve people in a wide variety of settings. CPEI is currently the only institution accredited by DEAC to offer Clinical Pastoral Education, and the newly approved Spanish-language program expands access to that accredited certificate for Spanish-speaking students.   The newly approved Spanish-language program offers the same curriculum, faculty support, and educational experience as CPEI's English-language Certificate in Clinical Past...

Orange Park, FL — Clinical Pastoral Education International (CPEI) is proud to announce that it has been granted accreditation by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission ( DEAC ). The accreditation renewal is scheduled for June 2027. This significant achievement marks a milestone in CPEI’s commitment to providing high-quality distance education in the field of clinical pastoral education. The DEAC, a nationally recognized accrediting agency, evaluated CPEI’s programs, policies, and procedures through a comprehensive review process, which included a site visit on January 11, 2024, and a thorough examination of the institution’s operations and educational offerings. The Commission’s decision, based on the March 4, 2024 Chair’s Report and CPEI’s April 4, 2024 response, confirms that CPEI meets DEAC’s rigorous standards for educational quality, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement. Accreditation by DEAC serves as a reliable indicator of the value and quality of the ...