Participants
who successfully complete the sequence of six required courses, along
with seminars in spirituality, qualify for a Standard Catechist
Certificate. This certificate is jointly endorsed by Adult Catholic
Education of the Treasure Valley, the Diocese of Boise and Gonzaga
University. The courses and training are most often scheduled to allow
completion of all six courses during a two-year period, but they may be
completed at any pace.
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To
earn your catechist certificate
1. You must complete the
following courses:
Basic Catholic
Beliefs
Introduction to
Scripture
Introduction to
Church History
Introduction to
Sacraments
Introduction to
Theology
Catechetical
Methods -one of three offerings:
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for teaching
children in parish schools of religion |
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for teaching in
Catholic schools, or |
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for catechesis
with adult leraners |
2. And you must
attend the following seminars:
Spirituality of
the Catechist I
Spirituality of
the Catechist II
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| Continuing Education Credit:
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Additionally, those who hold a teaching
certificate for the State of
Idaho may apply these catechetical courses for continuing education
credit (CEU) from Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington. For an
additional fee of $40.00 (payable to Gonzaga University), eligible
students who attend all class sessions, participate in class
discussions and complete a written assignment can qualify for such
credit.
Note:
This credit is valid for teacher re-certification only and may NOT be
applied toward a degree program.
Participants who are not seeking a CEU are not required to complete the
written assignments but are strongly encouraged to do so. |
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