I. CATECHETICAL DIPLOMA (with a Specialization in the Catechism) (Basic/Introductory Catechetical Programs)
[1 year]
Young Adult Catechist Society (YACS)
English
For ages 18-39
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $125 per year
Adult Catechetical & Theological Sessions (ACTS)
Spanish and English
For ages 18 and up
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $175 per year
For assistance in ACTS Spanish Program, please call 707-681-4646
II. CONTINUING FORMATION: Advanced Formation Non-Master Catechist Track (English & Spanish)
Pre-requisite: Basic Catechist Certificate or MSI Diploma
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM
Cost: $175 per year
III. ADVANCED CATECHETICAL DIPLOMA (with a Specialization in the Catechism): Master Catechist Mentorship Program (English and Spanish)
[2 years minimum]
Pre-requisite: Basic Catechist Certificate or MSI Diploma
Schedule: 9:30-12:00 PM; 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: $225 per year
For assistance in MC Spanish Program, please call 707-681-4646
Summer MC Intensive Week: Seminar & Practicum
Recommended Pre-requiste: Basic Catechist Certificate or MSI Diploma
Schedule: One week (M-F) every summer, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: $100
IV. 6-MONTH INTENSIVE TRACK (Basic & Advanced)
Cost: $575
Various Locations, Dates, & Times
Every 2nd Sat. (October 2022 - August 2023)
Registrations accepted year-round.
Nicene Creed - Oct 8 & Nov 12
Seven Sacraments - Dec 10 & Jan 14
Catechetical Methods Feb 11
(No Classes on Holy Saturday - Apr 8)
Moral Life in Christ - Mar 11 & May 13
Christian Prayer - June 10 & July 8
2023 Commencement Exercises - August 12, 2023
Schedule: Every 2nd Sat., 9:30am-12pm & 1-3:30pm
Unique Benefits of Enrolling
- Expert instructors
- Limited make-up available for missed classes
- No long commutes to similar programs
- Other programs cost 2-3 times as much as this one
- Open to young families supervising their infants
- Support those instructors discerning the priesthood
- Come learn together with local Master Catechists
- Qualifies graduates for advanced/master training
- We do all the necessary paper work for you
Discounts
- Early Bird Discount: Receive $25 off if you register and pay by September 30
- Family/friends Discount: Receive $25 off if you register individually but pay as a group
Payment Options
- Pay for the full year
- Payment plan (Completion of Financial Responsibility Form and minimum of $25 per month is required)
- Pay per class for ACTS, AF, and MC classes: Pay $25 per class anytime during the year. (Ineligible for discounts)