Take the Next Step

Apply to GISCE

Whether you’re pursuing Clinical Pastoral Education or Certified Educator Formation, here’s how the process works.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Complete the online application with your information and required documents.

INTERVIEW

After we receive your application, you will be invited to an interview with the Certified Educator.

ADMISSION DECISION

You will be notified of the admission decision. If accepted, you will receive instructions for the next steps.

CONFIRM CLINICAL PLACEMENT & PRECEPTOR

Work with your Certified Educator to confirm your clinical placement and preceptor.

COMPLETE AGREEMENTS

Once your placement is approved, you will complete the required agreements for the CPE unit.

BEGIN YOUR CPE JOURNEY

Step into a transformative experience of learning, practice, and growth.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

  • Completed Online Application

  • Application Essay Responses

  • Resume or CV

  • Three References

    ( academic or professional, spiritual or values-based, and personal)

  • US$25 Application Fee

    (applied toward tuition upon enrollment, fee waivers available)

Payment and Tuition

Once accepted, you will receive an invoice for the unit.
Unit must be paid in full to receive credit.

We Are Inclusive.

GISCE welcomes applicants of any age, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, ability, or faith tradition.

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