Catholic Theology and Catechesis

Purpose

There is a need for certified catechists in the diocese and in diocesan schools. The market for this certificate would be catechists, directors of religious education, teachers, and those who want to better understand and teach their faith.

Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Upon completion of the Certificate in Catholic and Catechesis completers will be able to:

  1. Assess a theological or ministerial problem by the appropriate use of Catholic scripture.
  2. Apply the theological principles of Catholic systematic theology to contemporary theological, spiritual, or ministerial problems.
  3. Organize significant Christian events historically.

The certificate in Catholic Theology and Catechesis is awarded after the completion of 24 credit hours (8 three-hour classes) to be completed in 2-4 years.

Semester 1 (Fall)

THEO 1310Intro to Theology

3

THEO 2320Old Testament

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Semester 2 (Spring)

THEO 1320Intro Christian Spirituality

3

THEO 2321Intro to the New Testament

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Semester 3 (Fall)

THEO 3360Introduction to Moral Theology

3

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Theology Elective

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Semester 4 (Spring)

THEO 3370Catechesis

3

THEO 4315Christian Sacraments

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Total Credit Hours for Catholic Theology and Catechesis Certificate = 24