FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare. 

The Clinical Pastoral Education Resident will complete visitations and written assignments. Prepares all requirements necessary for successful completion of the CPE Unit, a CPE Resident stipend position.

This is a three month educational program and is located in Pinehurst, North Carolina.  Please email bjessup@firsthealth.org for the CPE application and acceptance into the program. 

Program starts January 8, 2025 and ends April 23, 2025.

College or seminary degrees or denominational educational requirements preferred.  Ordained or recognized for gifts in ministry by faith affiliation preferred.