LIVED EXPERIENCE
BECOME THEIR
BEACON OF HOPE
Training, equipping, and teaching ministers the art and science of pastoral care
Each person brings to Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) their gifts, graces, and experiences. It is from experience and reflection on the experience which leads to transformation. The ability to learn more about Self will allow each minister to be present with others in their time of need.
SERVING OTHERS IN THEIR TIME OF NEED
Each minister is called by the Holy to serve others in their most difficult times of need. CPE is transferable in that the skills learned will transform one’s life, ministry, and Selfhood. It is from the Action-Reflection Model of CPE which heightens the ability to be vulnerable and identify key areas of growth to learn during CPE. The scriptures teach, “As iron sharpens iron so one person sharpens another.” It is the group process where connection, intimacy, and honesty are shared that creates a “safe enough” group to grow.
THROUGH ALL WALKS OF LIFE WE ARE THERE
NEW CLASS OPTIONS TO SERVE YOU
SPRING 2024
March 4 - May 26, 2024
Applications due Feb. 12, 2024.
SUMMER 2024
June 3 - Aug. 25, 2024 Applications due May 13, 2024.
FALL 2024
Sept. 2 - Nov. 4, 2024
Applications due Aug. 12, 2024.
WINTER 2024
Dec. 2, 2024 - Feb. 23, 2025 Applications due Nov. 11, 2024.
AWARENESS
CPE provides segues to heighten one's awareness. It is in the crucible of CPE where what has been unconscious becomes conscious. Like the image of an iceberg, much is below the surface that is unprocessed. The experience of CPE provides an opportunity to look within through weekly reflection papers, verbatims, Individual time with the supervisor, and process with the group. Each student will be challenged through the clinical methods, reading, and interactions with their peers. Being and becoming aware is necessary but without action on the awareness, growth is limited.
VULNERABILITY
Vulnerability is derived from the Latin word vulnus which means “wound.” The clinical method of interpersonal relationships (IPR) allows time and space for each student to share what is implicit, and to make it explicit. It is during this dedicated time that students can share their wounds for support, clarification, and confrontation. This shared time allows each student to cease time to share struggles, doubts, joys, concerns, and challenges. This clinical method allows students to be vulnerable with each other in ways that are familiar to those in their care.
CRITICAL
REFLECTION
In ministry, it is easy to act on autopilot, not being attuned to the internal struggle, feelings, and emotions. Reflection in CPE allows each student to hit the pause button and look at motivations and possible habits that are hidden beneath the surface. Each minister is hooked by their own story and CPE allows time to reflect without judgment to see if changes need to occur. Reflection occurs through the clinical environment, interpersonal relationships, and within the Self. It is from these areas of CPE that reflection will present growth opportunities.
MEET YOUR SUPERVISOR & EDUCATOR
Rev. Dr. Ben Hayden
Ben Hayden serves as a Staff Chaplain for The University of Kansas Health System. Ben has served as a chaplain for twenty plus years. He completed his CPE in Kansas City, Mo. After his residency he served at Northcare Hospice in North Kansas City for 5 years visiting homes, nursing facilities, and opening a Hospice House. He served at St. Joseph Medical Center, a community hospital in Kansas City. Along with serving as a hospital chaplain Ben serves in the United States Air Force as a Reserve Chaplain. His service continued as a Wing Chaplain managing the religious program for 1400 souls. Currently, he serves as the IMA to the Deputy Command Chaplain at Ramstein, Germany.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to complete a course?
Most courses are scheduled for 12 week terms. A typical week requires students to meet with their supervisor-educator and peer group approximately 3-4 hours per week hours.
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Students are awarded a certificate at the end of each course. A final certificate ofcompletion is awarded once the student completes all learning modules and internship hours for the program they are enrolled in.
What is a Certificate in Clinical Pastoral Education?
The certificate in Clinical Pastoral Education comprises four courses. Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is about change, transition, and transformation. Students work together in group and individually learning courses.
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Learn more about becoming a certified chaplain by contacting Lived Experience.
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CPEI offers two certificate programs for students, a certificate in clinical pastoral education and a certificate in supervisory education.
Disclaimer
Clinical Pastoral Education International's programs are designed to provide a reflective and relational learning environment in which students are expected to increase in self-awareness, be self-directed, and explore one's theological understanding as it applies and is integrated into their abilities to practice competent pastoral care and pastoral supervision.
Completing a course(s) or one of the Certificate Programs does not guarantee employment or credentialing as a Board-Certified Chaplain or a Supervisor-Educator. Additional requirements are included in CPEI's Credentialing Manual.