Graduate Certificate Programs
The Graduate Certificate in Catholic Theology introduces the scriptural and theological foundations of the Catholic Faith. Students may complete this certificate in two years. Graduate Certificates can also be applied toward the completion of a Master of Arts degree program in the School of Theology.
Admission and Requirements
Prospective students should possess a four-year undergraduate degree. Applicants must submit the School of Theology Academic Application and official transcripts from any prior college course work. The Graduate Certificate in Catholic Theology requires 19 credit hours of course work (detailed below).
Course of Study: 19 credit hours
B 501 Old Testament Scriptures (2 credits)
B 601 New Testament Scriptures (2 credits)
H 570 Church History: Key Issues and Eras (2 credits)
LS 6120 Sacramental Theology (2 credits)
M 5000 Fundamental Moral Theology (2 credits)
PH 509 Philosophy for Theological Studies (2 credits)
S 541 Fundamental Dogma (3 credits)
S 5600 Christology (2 credits)
S 6110 Ecclesiology (2 credits)
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The Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry includes core theology courses along with spiritual, ministerial and personal formation that integrate theology and practice. A 4-year undergraduate college degree is required for admission. It is an excellent option for those who want to engage in theological and pastoral studies at the graduate level, but who may not want or need to complete a full M.A. degree.
This certificate includes 22 hours of graduate credit, supervised Field Education, and a Theological Reflection. Students may complete this certificate in two years, taking 4-6 credit hours each semester. Students are welcome to complete the full MAPM within 10 years of admittance to the program. The Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry fulfills the prerequisites for men applying to the permanent diaconate.
Admission
Prospective students should submit the School of Theology Application for Formation Programs, two letters of recommendation, and official transcripts from any prior college course work.
Course of Study: 22 credit hours
- Biblical Studies: 4 credit hours
- B 501 Old Testament (2 credits)
- B 601 New Testament (2 credits)
- Church History: 2 credit hours
- H 570 Church History (2 credits)
- Moral Theology: 4 credit hours
- MT 5000 Fundamental Moral Theology (2 credits)
- MT 6000 Catholic Social Doctrine (2 credits)
- Systematic Theology: 6 credit hours
- S 5600 Christology (2 credits)
- S 6110 Ecclesiology (2 credits)
- LS 6120 Sacramental Theology (2 credits)
- Pastoral and Professional Studies: 2 credit hours
- P 502 Theological Reflection (1 credit)
- P 600 Field Education (100 hours)
- P 741 The Art of Effective Communication (1 credit)
- Elective: 4 credit hours (select from elective options below)
- LS 6000 Theology of Liturgy (2 credits)
- MT 650 Contemporary Issues in Moral Theology (1 credit)
- P 715 Catechesis: Vision, Content, and Methods (2 credits)
- P 716 RCIA and Sacramental Preparation (1 credit)
- P 731 Basic Canon Law (2 credits)
- P 748 Parish Seminar (2 credits)
- S 613 Ecclesiology of the Domestic Church (1 credit)
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A1 Title Page Template
A2 List of Project Board Members Template
A3 Table of Contents Template
B Theological Advisor Input Form
C1 Grading Rubric for Capstone II
C2 Capstone Project Evaluation
C3 Evaluation of Project in Ministry
Field Ed – Evaluation Criteria
Field Ed – Notes for the Supervisor
Field Ed – Student’s Self-Evaluation Form
Field Ed – Supervisor’s Evaluation Form
Field Ed – Time Log