Training of the catechist is necessary to ensure that the faith is shared in its integrity and in a manner that responds to the needs, learning styles, cultures and other special characteristics of those in their care. Approved Online Courses The Adult Learning Program of the Archdiocese of Miami Virtual Catholic School (ADOM-VCS), in partnership with the Archdiocese of Miami Office of Catechesis, offers the following courses transferable to the Catechist Certification Program.       Initial Certification       - Introduction to Sacred Scripture       - Introduction to the Profession of Faith: Creed       - Introduction to Liturgy and Sacraments       - Introduction to Catholic Morality: Life in Christ       Renewal Certification (Renewal Courses can only be taken AFTER completion of Initial Certification)       - Introduction to the Old Testament       - Introduction to the New Testament       - Introduction to Christian Prayer       - Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching       - Introduction to Church History I       - Essential Elements of Christology Virtual School Registration, Virtual Course Selection, Virtual Tuition All Archdioceses and Dioceses: ADOM-VCS cannot advise on the courses you need - contact the Certification/MIP Coordinator from your school. Archdiocese of Miami Teachers and Staff: Only two courses can be taken per each session. Contact the Certification/MIP Coordinator from your school for questions regarding Catechist Certification transcripts. For In-Person Course options, contact Sr. Karen Muñiz - Director of Catechist Formation Program/Director of Catechesis Tuition Check with your Diocese/Archdiocese for tuition cost per course. Students may take up to two courses each session. Tuition is paid via FACTS by creating or linking your existing FACTS account to ADOM-VCS during registration. Course Structure Our program is asynchronous; there is no live teaching via Zoom, Teams, etc. All of the course materials are available to students, 24 hours/day-7 days/week. There is not a set time to log in each day. Students primarily work at their own pace; HOWEVER there are due dates for all assignments – students must submit assignments by 11:59pm EST on the due date posted. The asynchronous program offers flexibility, as students can submit assignments before the due date. *Grace Period Policy: students can submit assignments up to 7 days after the due date, for 10% deduction - after 7 days, the assignment cannot be submitted* Students provide their own electronic device (tablet, laptop, desktop). Students do not need additional school supplies; all of the materials are included in the student portal. Students can print all of the materials, create folders, etc., but it is not required.

Session Dates and Course Information: 2023-2024

Spring I 2024 - Virtual Session Registration: January 8 - January 19 Session: January 29 - March 8 Initial Certification - Introduction to Sacred Scripture - Introduction to the Profession of Faith: Creed - Introduction to Liturgy and Sacraments - Introduction to Catholic Morality: Life in Christ Renewal Certification (Renewal Courses can only be taken AFTER completion of Initial Certification) - Introduction to the Old Testament - Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching - Essential Elements of Christology Summer 2024 - Virtual Session Registration: June 3 - June 14 Session: June 17 - July 26 Initial Certification - Introduction to Sacred Scripture - Introduction to the Profession of Faith: Creed - Introduction to Liturgy and Sacraments - Introduction to Catholic Morality: Life in Christ Renewal Certification (Renewal Courses can only be taken AFTER completion of Initial Certification) - Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching - Introduction to Church History I - Essential Elements of Christology

Spring II 2024 - Virtual Session Registration: March 18 - March 27 Session: April 8 - May 17 Initial Certification - Introduction to Sacred Scripture - Introduction to the Profession of Faith: Creed - Introduction to Liturgy and Sacraments - Introduction to Catholic Morality: Life in Christ Renewal Certification (Renewal Courses can only be taken AFTER completion of Initial Certification) - Introduction to the New Testament - Introduction to Christian Prayer - Introduction to Church History I