Chaplaincy and Clinical Pastoral Education

UIW Center for Chaplaincy Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum, unit pathways and clinical placement guidelines. 

Participant at conference

Lead with integrity. Guard the soul of your organization.

Join chaplains and caregivers from the military, healthcare, and education for four days of formation, community, and moral courage, hosted by CHRISTUS Health and the UIW Center for Chaplaincy.

February 22-25, 2027

  • Learn from the best: Hear from Retired LTG R. Scott Dingle, 45th Surgeon General, and Retired CH (MG) William “Bill” Green Jr., 26th Chief of Chaplains, U.S. Army
  • Build community: Connect with chaplains and caregivers across sectors
  • Lead with courage: Gain practical tools for moral leadership, self-care, and standing firm under pressure
  • Earn credit: Receive Continuing Education Credits (CEC)

Symposium Details and Registration

How to Apply

  1. Submit CPE Application
  2. Complete an interview with PAG
  3. Upon acceptance, register for CPE Unit 1

For more information, contact the Center for Chaplaincy.

Student Interest Form

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ provides details for the CPE program, including CHRISTUS residency requirements, clinical placement guidelines, educational pathways, and instructional methods.

Read FAQs

 

Certified Educator

Dr. Bryant Casteel, MDiv, MFT, DMin

Executive Director for the Center for Chaplaincy

ACPE Certified Educator-NF

Email: bcasteel@uiwtx.edu

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Participants

Earn CPE Units

  • Unit 1: L1A – The Chaplain as an Individual
  • Unit 2: L1B – The Chaplain as Theological Scholar
  • Unit 3: L2A – The Chaplain as Pastoral Counselor
  • Unit 4: L2A – The Chaplain as a Moral Leader
See Descriptions

Meet our Leadership

Professional Advisory Group and Professional Advisory Board Members

See Directory

Center for Chaplaincy

Office: 4th Floor, Administration Building (AD)

Phone: (210) 829-3980
Email: chaplaincy@uiwtx.edu