Associate Member Acknowledgment

By applying for Associate Membership in the ACC, I have read, and hereby agree to abide by the ACC's governing documents. I also understand that I am required to complete the two-year hadracha program to be elevated to Regular Membership in the ACC. I understand the rules regarding placement as governed by the JCPC. 

Link to the ACC Code of Ethics. All of the ACC's governing documents maybe found on the website or by calling the ACC office.

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List of required materials for your application. Materials can be uploaded or sent to the ACC office.

• A current copy of your resume
• Proof of the candidate’s Baccalaureate degree (or its equivalent)
• Proof of the candidate’s Master's degree
• Proof of ordination from one of the accepted seminaries listed on the ACC website
• Two letters of recommendation from current members in good standing of the ACC who are familiar with the candidate’s personal qualities and professional work.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals with whom the candidate has worked in a professional capacity.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals with whom the candidate has a personal relationship.
• A personal essay (see website for full details)
• A non-refundable $500 application fee (due within 10 days of submitting application or no later than November 1)
• A $150 testing fee (due 10 days before the date of the in-person exam)

Upon completing your application, the External Membership Committee will ask you to sit for a short interview to confirm your eligibility for members.