Training and Certification Process

The first initiative of the Catechetical Master Plan calls for the establishment of a Training and Catechetical Certification Process for those who hold catechetical roles in our parishes, Catholic schools and other settings where catechesis takes place. Those who would be a part of this certification process include parish catechetical leaders, in particular those who have no formal training to date in catechesis or any formal accreditation, catechists, youth ministry leaders and volunteers, RCIA leaders and team members, and Catholic school teachers.

The diocesan-wide certification process includes:

1.     Orientation sessions for those new to catechetical ministries.

2.     The establishment of basic and permanent certification levels.

3.     Local and national on-going formation opportunities.

4.      Attendance and record keeping policies.

The training and certification process includes alternative certification options. Please view the equivalences section for more information.