Office of Faith Formation

Catechist Formation and Certification

There are two types of certification. 

BASIC Certification:  Basic certification includes thirty hours of coursework within the domains below. Any person who holds a BA/MA in Theology, an MA in Catholic School Leadership and/or is a member of a religious community, qualifies for Basic Certification.

RENEWAL Certification: After receiving a Basic Certification, renew a minimum of 10 hours every year within the domains below.

Catechesis Domains
Four Pillars

Creed

Mary
Saints
Tradition
Scripture
The Trinity
The Church
Life of Christ
Nicene/ Apostles

Sacraments

Liturgy
Worship
Sacramentality
Rites and Rituals
Structure of the Mass
Sacraments of Healing
Sacraments of Initiation
Sacraments of Communion

Morality

Virtues
Beatitudes
Social Justice
Works of Mercy
The Commandments
Conscience Formation
Moral Decision Making
Dignity of the Human Person

Prayer

Rosary
Adoration
Evangelization
Leading Prayer
Forms of Prayer
Common Prayers
The Lord's Prayer
How Prayer works

Types of Certification

Model Blended:
Virtual and/or In Person 		Faith Formation Days
Description Participants register on the appropriate websites, choose an offered course and set their own schedule. (PLC’s recommended) Utah Catholic Schools and the Diocese of Salt Lake City host Faith Formation days.
Examples

BASIC (30 Hours)

  • Teach in Christ
    Building the Kingdom through Knowledge and Faith
    (8 weeks)
    (Beginner to Advanced/ $125 )
  • ECHOES OF FAITH

RENEWAL (10 Hours)

FAITH FORMATION DAYS: (RENEWAL)

  • Utah Catholic Conference
    (fka Pastoral Congress/tbd)
  • Salt Lake City Diocesan
    Advent / Lenten Retreats (tbd)
  • Los Angeles Religious Education Congress (tbd)
  • Las Vegas Diocesan Conference (tbd)
  • Diocese of Reno Annual Conference (tbd)
  • National Catholic Education Association Convention (tbd)
  • On-site adult only retreat provided by parish.
  • FOCUS / SEEK Conference
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