A C P E (IRELAND) COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

A C P E (Ireland) Company Limited By Guarantee is an all-Ireland, multi-faith and belief organisation dedicated to the professional education of people working in pastoral ministry. Drawing on a holistic view of health, well-being and personal development, ACPE Ireland delivers accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programmes for those preparing to serve in hospitals, schools, parishes and other community settings, as well as for ordained or commissioned religious leaders seeking competence in spiritual care.

Key services include full-time and part-time CPE courses, a specialised Supervisory/Educator Training Programme that prepares trainees to become accredited CPE supervisors and educators, and a network of ACPE Centres where learners can access mentorship, community-of-practice support and ongoing professional development. The organisation also offers guidance for individuals applying to CPE programmes, particularly those interested in healthcare chaplaincy or personal development pathways.

Based in Dublin and operating across the Republic, ACPE Ireland adheres to the Governance Code for the Community, Voluntary and Charitable Sector, ensuring high standards of accountability while fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment for pastoral professionals.