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Clinical Pastoral Education-University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Clinical Pastoral Education training program focuses on the development of self-awareness, formation of pastoral identity, professional pastoral functioning, and the ability to address issues from a competent clinical and pastoral perspective.

The CPE residency program is designed for the ordained person with a seminary degree and at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.  Residency stipend: $25,500 plus medical benefits.

On occasion, a lay person may qualify for admission. CPE residents and interns serve as ecumenical chaplains, under supervision, to assigned areas throughout the UAMS Medical Center and clinics. The setting provides a rich base for clinical experience and opportunities for continued personal, professional and pastoral development.

The Part-time Extended Unit of CPE is designed for busy individuals who wish to complete CPE training on over an extended period of time on a part-time basis. This is not a stipended position.

The UAMS Clinical Pastoral Training programs follow the standards set by the College of Pastoral Supervision & Psychotherapy (CPSP), the accrediting organization.

A typical unit of CPE requires a minimum of 400 hours of supervised ministry in a clinical setting.

Both CPE training opportunities carry on call responsibilities.

For more information please follow the following link:

UAMS CPE

George Hankins Hull
Director of Pastoral Care &
Clinical Pastoral Education Programs
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 W. Markham St. #561,
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-6888

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