Certificate in Catechesis

Certificate in Catechesis 

The Department of Catechesis encourages parish catechists and Catholic School teachers to obtain the diocesan Certificate in Catechesis. 

Parish Catechists:

• Completion of the Theology Component
• Completion of the Methodology Component

• Completion of the Theology Component

Before beginning any coursework, catechists and Catholic elementary school teachers must mail, fax, or e-mail a completed Certificate in Catechesis Application to Denise Contino at dconti@dioceseoftrenton.org, Director, Department of Catechesis.

Upon completion of the above requirement, a Diocesan Certificate of Catechesis will be mailed to the Parish Catechetical Leader.

Parish Catechists

Theology Component

“Core Course:  Introduction to the Catholic Faith” through the University of Notre Dame STEP program.  This is a 7 week scheduled program that surveys the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

Click here for a full synopsis on this course.

Methodology Component

The Art of Teaching Catechesis–This three session, classroom style program is taught in parishes throughout the Diocese of Trenton. Please contact your Parish Catechetical Leader for more information.

Catholic School Teachers

Theology Component

On-Line Course– “Catholic Faith and Tradition for Teachers” through the University of Notre Dame STEP program.