Clinical Pastoral Education

Chaplaincy: A Calling—Not Just a Career

"The WSHO Way"

Chaplains are often viewed as a “light on the hill.” A WSHO board certified chaplain possesses the sine qua non qualities of high personal character, professional competence, and competent compassion. In the world of professional chaplaincy that is too often enamored with clinical skills, political correctness and secular business, WSHO chaplains stand head and shoulders above the rest as proven leaders (and doers) in their communities and workplaces. Simply stated: A WSHO board certified chaplain is trained to a 1st Class higher standard of expectation and accountability.

Why choose a WSHO chaplaincy?

Continuing Education Standard (Highest in Industry)
- 55 hours annually of continuing education in professional/pastoral ministry

Clinical Hours for Board Certification (Highest in Industry)
- 2100 clinical hours

Professional Accountability (Highest in Industry)
- Annual re-certification process

Professional Conduct (Highest in Industry)
- The only chaplaincy organization with an Honor Code

Processing of Applications (Fastest in Industry)
- 30-day commitment to process candidate applications

CPE Evaluations (Highest in Industry)
- CPE/Chaplain Trainees evaluated in 116 areas of personal character, professional competence and competent compassion

Board Certification Standard (Highest in Industry)
- Applicants evaluated based on:
  - Strength of Character
  - Spiritual-Centeredness
  - Clinical Pastoral Competence
  - Emotional Wellness
  - Professionalism
  - Administrative Skills
  - Teaching Effectiveness
  - Leadership Quality

Ministry Specialization Designators (Unique in Industry)
- Professional recognition for pastoral specializations, including; Hospital Chaplain, Hospice Chaplain, Military Chaplain, Police Chaplain, Prison Chaplain, Corporate Chaplain, Airport Chaplain, Sports Chaplain, Border Patrol Chaplain, Palliative Care Chaplain, Addiction Recovery, Grief & Bereavement Chaplain, Etc.

Professional Liability Insurance (Highest in Industry)
- Discounted A1 professional liability insurance available to WSHO members

Local Chapter Approval (Fastest in Industry)
- 7 business day approval process to start a local or online group/chapter

Professional Chaplain Certifications (Highest in Industry)
- Certification
- Associate Board Certification
- Board Certification
- Master Board Certification

Franchise Opportunities (Highest in Industry)
- Expedited CPE Supervisor training and certification
- Available to CPE Supervisors anywhere in the world
- Build and lead your own CPE training platform

Professional Fees (Highly Competitive)
- Flexible payment options available

Straight Talk from Chaplains

Considering Professional Chaplaincy?

How to become a chaplain. Listen to what WSHO graduates had to say about their training experiences with CPE.

Chaplains Are Not Perfect

Professional chaplaincy does not make us perfect human beings. However, the discipline of "chaplaincy" can inform us on healthier boundaries, healthier patterns and healthier changes to make.

What Brings People to Chaplaincy?

What is a chaplain? Hear from chaplains who know first-hand the challenges and rewards of service and ministry in professional chaplaincy.

Do You Have What It Takes?

WSHO professional chaplains and pastoral care counselors represent the finest in all of professional chaplaincy. WSHO credentialed spiritual care practitioners are expected to possess and demonstrate excellence in character, competence and compassion. And because we believe God deserves our absolute finest and best in the service of others, we maintain the highest standards in the industry. If you believe you have ‘what it takes’ to join the extraordinary cadre of WSHO credentialed chaplains and pastoral care counselors, join us today!

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