Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have summer CPE or residency?

Kaiser San Leandro & Fremont Medical Centers do not offer full-time summer intensive or residency programs. Our CPE program offers only part-time extended units. Our part-time (extended) units are typically scheduled to begin March – July and September – February, with a flexible 20 hour/week schedule.

What levels of CPE do you offer?

Our CPE program offers Level 1 and Level 2 CPE and has Level 2 specializations in Palliative Care, Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care, Orthopedic Care, and Cardiac Care. There may be other options for specialization in the future or in consultation with the ACPE Certified Educator.  Our program is designed so that one could get all four units of CPE needed for Board Certification in our center over the course of two years.

If I am already working as an uncertified chaplain or in another form of ministry and want CPE to get certified, can I use my current place of service for my clinical hours?

No, unfortunately you would need to use Kaiser San Leandro Hospital or Kaiser Fremont Hospital for all of your clinical hours.

What are the costs associated with the CPE program?

Unit Fee, due first month of program: First unit $400.00, Subsequent units $500.00.

Is there a stipend or scholarship for your CPE program?

No, unfortunately there is no stipend for the part-time program. Tuition scholarships are available.

Can I do CPE through distance learning?

No, you must be present for classes and must complete your patient care at the sites mentioned above.

What is the time frame for applying for the program?

Applications for a unit beginning in March must be received by the end of November and applications for a unit beginning in September must be received by the end of May. We start to accept and review applications six months prior to the start of the unit.

Who do I contact for more information?

Contact the ACPE Certified Educator for the program:

Rev. Carrie L. Buckner
2500 Merced Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
Office Phone: 510-454-4718
Carrie.L.Buckner@kp.org