How to Apply

Application Deadline

We recruit year-round for our Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program in Richmond, VA. Those who apply early improve their chances to occupy one of the few available spots in each program. For more information, call 804-287-7423 or contact Yhanco Monet at yhanco_monet@bshsi.org who will follow up with you to discuss your interest.

We offer stipends for in-person CPE modalities only as funding lasts. More information can be found on the “Students" page.

Application Requirements

1. Download Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) application and email application form and essays to: yhanco_monet@bshsi.org 

If you prefer, you may mail your CPE application to: 

ACPE Clinical Pastoral Education Office
Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital
5855 Bremo Rd., MOB South, Suite 710
Richmond, VA 23226

2. Application fee, down payment and/or tuition:

Pay online: Select “CPE – St. Mary’s Hospital (Richmond) – Application Fee” in the payment portal.

Fees and Tuition In-Person

The fee and tuition structure is as follows:

• $50 non-refundable CPE application fee (please submit with CPE application)
• $100 down payment to hold the CPE position offered – this cost counts toward tuition
• $600 tuition: CPE Extended Unit (part-time) and CPE Hybrid Summer Internship (semi-full time) – payment plans are available
• There is no tuition cost for the CPE residency program.

Financial concerns? Please contact CPE manager Yhanco Monet to discuss your specific situation. Current Bon Secours Mercy Health associates and affiliates may contact the CPE manager to discuss associate benefits. 

Fees and Tuition Online

The fee and tuition structure is as follows:

• $50 non-refundable CPE application fee (please submit with CPE application)
• $100 down payment to hold the CPE position offered – this cost counts toward tuition
• $2,000 tuition – for students placed in the BSMH system – payment plans are available
• $3,200 tuition – for students placed outside the BSMH system – payment plans are available

Financial concerns? Please contact CPE Manager Yhanco Monet at yhanco_monet@bshsi.org to discuss your specific situation. Current Bon Secours Mercy Health associates and affiliates may contact the CPE manager to discuss associate benefits. Those serving in the Bon Secours Richmond Market may receive an additional discount.

Candidate Eligibility

Requirements for admission to CPE programs include but are not limited to:

• A completed ACPE application
• An admission interview with a qualified interviewer to determine readiness for clinical learning
• Either graduation from high school/completion of a GED or ordination by a religious/spiritual tradition or commission to function in spiritual care by an appropriate religious/spiritual authority as determined by ACPE
• Fulfillment of education or experience requirements established by the ACPE accredited center
• Satisfactory completion of hospital onboarding requirements
• A signed Use of Clinical Materials Consent Form
• For the CPE residency program, we prefer candidates who have already completed 1 unit of CPE. Also, we prioritize candidates who have earned at least a bachelor’s degree and who possess a Master of Divinity or theological equivalent. However, our commitment to diversity allows us to make exceptions for candidates with a less traditional career path. If this is your case, please contact the CPE manager at Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital in Richmond, VA for more information and discernment. 

CPE candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis. We advocate for diversity and understand that each person has a unique situation.