NACC Certification and Professional Development 2

Question 1

How many hours of continuing education are required for NACC board certified chaplains to renew their certification?

Accepted Answer

50 hours every 5 years

Answer

NACC requires 50 hours of continuing education over a 5-year certification cycle for renewal.

Question 2

Which body is primarily responsible for accrediting Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programs recognized by NACC?

Accepted Answer

The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE)

Answer

ACPE is the primary accrediting body for CPE programs, and NACC accepts ACPE-accredited units as meeting CPE requirements.

Question 3

What does the designation 'BCC' stand for in NACC credentialing?

Accepted Answer

Board Certified Chaplain

Answer

BCC stands for Board Certified Chaplain, the standard professional credential granted by NACC.

Question 4

A chaplain seeking NACC certification must demonstrate endorsement from which type of authority?

Accepted Answer

A Catholic ecclesiastical authority

Answer

NACC requires candidates to hold current endorsement from a Catholic ecclesiastical authority, affirming their standing within the Church.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a recognized pathway to initial NACC board certification?

Accepted Answer

Completing a two-year hospital residency program without CPE

Answer

NACC certification requires accredited CPE units; a hospital residency alone without ACPE-accredited CPE does not satisfy this requirement.

(NACC) National Association of Catholic Chaplains Practice Test