A significant amount of our programming is dedicated to the growth and development of those who minister in a formal way in the Roman Catholic school community. It is essential that the teacher of religion have both the theological content and the spiritual motivation “to teach as Jesus did.” Hence, dioceses adopt basic standards on which their teachers will be certified. These certificate programs are designed to comply with each diocese's specific standards. Each of the programs listed below is offered in multiple locations, both fall and spring semesters.
For Catholic School Teachers
Certificate in Religious Education (CRE) Diocese of Norwich
All Catholic Educators newly hired in the Diocese must complete the CRE program within a period of 4 years. Certificate requirements - completion of four years in which to complete six required courses. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory, as is a brief reflection paper. The six courses are:
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CRE 101 - The Person of Jesus
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CRE 102 - Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures
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CRE 103 - Introduction to the New Testament (Spring 2008)
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CRE 104 - The History and Traditions of the Church
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CRE 105 - Living the Sacramental and Liturgical Life
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CRE 106 - Living the Moral and Virtuous Life
The program brochure and applications are available in the Diocesan Schools Office or the teacher's individual school.
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Where - At site locations throughout the Diocese.
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When - all courses are offered on weekday afternoons, usually from 2:30-4:30pm, in October and March.
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Tuition - tuition for each course is $125.
For a listing of the Spring 2008 course offerings and/or to register, please click on the link below:
CRE Spring 2008 Course Offerings/Registration Form
For more information, please call 203-371-7843 or email csm@sacredheart.edu
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