Catholic Theology & Catechesis Certificate
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Program Overview
The Catholic Theology and Catechesis Certificate builds the theological foundation necessary for individuals who feel called to serve God by serving others. Students enrolled in the Catholic Theology Certificate program can gain a deeper understanding of theology and are equipped to teach the Catholic faith.
Over their course of study, students will take classes covering the Old and New Testament, theology, Christian spirituality, moral theology and Christian sacrament. The theology certificate program totals 24 credit hours and can be taken in both a part- and full-time capacity.
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Program Contact
Brian Pedraza, Ph.D. | Program Director
Phone: (225) 526-1986
Email: Brian.Pedraza@franu.edu
Theology Certificate Program Features
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the Catholic Theology and Catechesis program are expected to:
- Have a high school diploma.
- If you have previously attended college, we will require your academic transcript from the institution.
Your application to the program should include:
- A completed online application.
Application deadlines for the program are:
- Fall: July 1
- Spring: December 1
If you have any questions about applying to the Catholic theology certificate program
FranU, please contact us at 225-526-1631 or at admissions@franu.edu.
Program Goals
The goals of the Catholic Theology and Catechesis Certificate program at FranU are:
- To develop competent leaders in the Catholic faith who are able to identify, demonstrate, and live Catholic scripture and values.
- To form practitioners who empower and serve their communities through the mission and word of the Catholic faith.
- To encourage students to build a deeper connection to their faith and teach them how to engage with and understand church history, scripture and moral theology.
- To provide students a quality education grounded in the Franciscan values of service, reverence and love for all of life, joyfulness of spirit, humility and justice.
You can learn more about FranU’s mission, vision and values by visiting our Mission & Values page.
Frequently Asked Questions
This theology certificate program allows students to gain a sufficient theological background to effectively share the Catholic faith with others in a variety of contexts. Students will have a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith and will learn how to read scripture, understand church history and engage with moral theology.
This certificate will aid one in teaching religion at Catholic schools, serving as catechists, becoming directors of religious education at parishes and becoming youth ministers. Laity who minister in the name of the Church within the Diocese of Baton Rouge are expected to acquire whatever theological and practical formation is necessary for the role(s) undertaken.
The Certificate in Catholic Theology and Catechesis meets all of the following required minimum levels of catechetical certification (these are the mandatory requirements for formation of lay ministers in the diocese):
- Catechists in Catholic elementary schools and parochial elementary and high school programs of religious education are required to obtain “Basic Certification.” (MAT-DIOBR)
- Principals of Catholic schools are required to obtain “Intermediate Certification.” (MAT-DIOBR)
- Catechists in Catholic high schools, religion coordinators in Catholic schools at any level, and parochial coordinators of religious education and of sacramental preparation are required to obtain “Advanced Certification.”
To determine program costs, use the Cost Calculator tool.
Students pursuing the Catholic Theology Certificate can access financial assistance through theFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or through financial aid or scholarships within FranU.
To learn more about financial aid opportunities, visit the Financial Aid page.
Theology Faculty
Our Theology faculty members are highly-skilled professionals with extensive content expertise and have the Mandatum, which is a promise to teach with official doctrine of the Catholic Church.
Regional Accreditation
For information about our SACSCOC accreditation, please visit our Institutional Accreditation page.
Follow Your Passions and Lead in Your Faith With the Certificate in Catholic Theology from FranU
Study scripture, learn to engage with your faith in new ways and network with other Catholic students, laity and clergy in FranU’s supportive and flexible Catholic Theology and Catechesis Certificate program.
To learn more about the certificate program, Request Information or schedule a visit to FranU.