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Chaplaincy Clinical Education

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Chaplaincy Clinical Education

Reflective. Clinical. Compassionate.

Clinical Pastoral Education for real‑world ministry

We equip chaplains and spiritual care providers through clinical practice, reflective learning, and compassionate supervision—online and hybrid formats designed for working professionals.

Our Approach

Rooted in reflective practice

Chaplaincy Clinical Education, LLC (CCE) is an online/hybrid training center led by Rev. Carlos A. Sánchez, ACPE Certified Educator. We specialize in adult‑learning pedagogy and culturally responsive formation for chaplains across healthcare, hospice, congregations, and community contexts.

  • Story‑based reflective practice
  • Bowen Family Systems & Enneagram
  • Research‑informed spiritual care
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
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Rev. Carlos A. Sánchez

Rev. Carlos A. Sánchez

ACPE Certified Educator • Founder

Rev. Sánchez dedicates his work to forming compassionate, reflective, and culturally responsive spiritual caregivers. Ordained by the American Baptist Churches, USA, he brings over a decade of pastoral experience serving diverse communities.

As a bilingual educator, he facilitates CPE programs in English and Spanish, integrating theological reflection, psychological theory, and spiritual care practice. His teaching emphasizes personal transformation, intercultural competence, and professional integrity grounded in faith and compassion.

Program Pathways

Choose from Extended, Intensive, and Residency‑track learning experiences meeting the ACPE 400‑hour standard.

Level 1A – Foundations

Core skills in presence, assessment frameworks (FICA/HOPE), charting, and spiritual care plans.

  • Verbatims & IPR
  • Theology of Story
  • Ethics & Self‑care

Level 1B – Integration

Broaden competencies with family systems, cultural humility, and interdisciplinary care.

  • Bowen Theory
  • Cultural Responsiveness
  • Research Literacy

Level 2A – Advanced

Disciplined use of self, complex cases, and self‑supervision toward professional identity.

  • Crisis & Palliative
  • Team Dynamics
  • Quality Improvement

Level 2B – Leadership

Professional integration, leadership on care teams, and board certification preparation.

  • APC/BCCI® Mapping
  • Peer Review
  • Portfolio Coaching

Spanish Cohorts EN/ES

Bilingual units serving Spanish‑speaking contexts across the Americas and Spain.

  • Lecturas en Español
  • Verbatims bilingĂĽes
  • Entornos diversos

Residency‑Track Support

Coaching and documentation support for students pursuing 4+ units and residency.

  • Learning Contracts
  • Evaluations
  • Interview Skills

ACPE Outcomes (2025)

Core competencies for every unit

A

Pastoral Formation

Pastoral identity, use of self, narrative theology, reflective practice.

B

Pastoral Competence

Assessment, planning, interventions, documentation, teamwork.

C

Pastoral Reflection

Critical thinking, feedback, research literacy, ethical awareness.

D

Spiritual Care Integration

Theologically grounded care plans and competent practice in context.

E

Professional Identity

Accountability, boundaries, equity & inclusion, leadership development.

Enrollment

Upcoming Cohorts

Limited to 6–8 students per unit to ensure depth of supervision.

Now Enrolling!

Intensive 12-Week CPE Unit

Online

February 9 – April 28, 2026

Mon & Tue: 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM (ET)

Wednesday: Asynchronous Learning (readings, journals, videos)

  • One full ACPE Unit (Level I or Level II)
  • Ideal for chaplains, seminarians, clergy & board certification prep
  • Trauma-informed training, crisis intervention & theological reflection
  • Supervision by ACPE Certified Educator Rev. Carlos A. Sánchez
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Spring Intensive 2026

Jan 15 – Apr 3 • Thu/Fri evenings

Level 1A cohort with bilingual support.

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Investment

Tuition & Plans

Transparent pricing with interest-free payment plans.

Standard Unit

$3,200 /unit

Full 400-hour ACPE unit including all didactics, individual supervision, and final evaluations.

Payment Plan

  • Deposit $1,200
  • Mid-term $1,000
  • Final $1,000

Start your journey

Tell us about your ministry context and goals. We’ll recommend the best cohort and send a sample syllabus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CCE an ACPE‑accredited center?

Yes, Chaplaincy Clinical Education is fully accredited by ACPE. Our program meets national standards, and units earned here are recognized by major chaplaincy certification bodies (APC, NACC, NAJC).

Do you offer bilingual (EN/ES) cohorts?

Yes. We offer Spanish‑forward cohorts where verbatims and readings are in Spanish, as well as bilingual supervision for mixed cohorts.

What are the requirements for online CPE?

You need a stable internet connection, a webcam for Zoom sessions, and a private space to ensure confidentiality during group process. You also need a clinical placement site (we can help you negotiate this if you don't have one).