Certification Overview
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The Diocese of Columbus offers three levels of Catechist Certification
- Introductory Level--18 hours: Completion of Course 1: Person as Catechist
- Basic Level--40 hours: Completion of Introductory Certification and 22 hours (11 sessions) from any other courses.
- Advanced Level--70 hours: Completion of all courses.
Diocesan Certification Courses*
*click on each course for a list of objectives
- Course 1: Person as Catechist--9 two hour sessions
- Course 2: Scripture--5 two hour sessions
- Course 3: Christ and the Church--5 two hour sessions
- Course 4: Liturgy and Sacraments--4 two hour sessions
- Course 5: Morality--4 two hour sessions
Click here for a printable copy of Diocesan Certification Requirements -
Registration for Summer Certification is now available!
Course 1: June 11-13, 2018
Course 2: June 13-15, 2018
Course 3: June 18-21, 2018
Course 4: June 18-19, 2018
Course 5: June 21-22, 2018
Click here for times, locations and to register. Early Bird Registration ends May 30, 2018.
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Please keep in mind that all Certification Opportunities are excellent occasions for
Adult Faith Formation!All Diocesan Certification Classes are free
for anyone who just wishes to learn more about the faith.