Application & Admission

Admission requirements and CPE applications are available through Mount Carmel West Chaplaincy Services. Simply send the completed form, including a non-refundable $25 application fee, to the attention of the CPE supervisor. You will be required to participate in an admissions interview conducted by the CPE supervisor, Rev. Hanci Newberry.

Upcoming Program Offerings

Extended CPE Unit
September 9, 2008 - April 16, 2008

This program is part-time. Classes are usually held on Thursdays, with flexible patient visiting time and some weekend hours as well.

Summer Full-Time CPE Unit
June 1 - August 7, 2009

This program requires 40+ hours per week for 10 weeks, including some weekend hours.

Tuition & Costs

• Application Fee (Non-Refundable): $25
• Deposit on Tuition (Non-Refundable): $225
• Single Unit Tuition: $500
• Second Unit Tuition: $350
• Other Costs: books, transportation, TB test, meals while onsite

The application fee is applied to tuition upon acceptance into the program. The balance of tuition is due the first day of the unit.

Full-Time Clergy & Hospital Chaplains

Full-time clergy and employed hospital chaplains have the option of applying approved ministry time done in the hospital, synagogue or parish toward the CPE program's required clinical hours.

Parking & Meals

CPE students receive free parking in designated parking areas and may purchase meals with an employee discount in the hospital cafeteria. Students also receive a complimentary meal when on-call.

To receive an application or make other inquiries, please call or write:

Gretchen Orr, Office Coordinator
Chaplaincy Services
Mount Carmel West
793 West State Street
Columbus, Ohio 43222
614-234-5924
e-mail: gorr@mchs.com