CPE students come from many different walks of life, with a wide variety of life experinences, and with various goals for their CPE experience. However diverse they may be in other ways, they have a common goal to enter into an intense and practical learning experience in a small group setting.

 

People can gain self-insight in other ways. They can learn pastoral care in other ways. They can gain experience working with people in other ways. They can receive feedback from peers and highly trained supervisors in other settings. They can minister to people in crisis and chronic situations at other places. However, CPE is one place where all these happen simultaneously.

 

Lancaster General Hospital has been providing CPE training since January 1965. We think we have a great program. But don't just take our word for it. Read the Program Testimonials to hear what former students and staff members think.