National Youth Ministers Certificate

Brochure

Program Overview

The  Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is a ministry education program for those in ministry with youth, ages 10-19, in both parish and school settings.  It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills and practical tools and techniques needed for creative and comprehensive ministry with youth.  The certificate in Youth Ministry Studies program includes eight courses offered on weekend format over two-years.  the primary aim of the program is to promote personal, spiritual, and ministerial growth.  Courses in the first year cover youth ministry principles and practice, and leadership theory, processes, and skills.  the second year focuses on fostering the faith growth of youth through evangelization catechesis, prayer and worship, justice and service, and pastoral care.

Participants

This program has been designed for the person involved professionally or as volunteers wit younger (10-14) or older (14-19) adolescents a parish or school youth ministry.  Participants include the following: Directors of Youth Ministry, Youth Minister or Advisors, High School Teachers, Directors of Religious Education, Pastors, Campus Ministers, Youth ministry Volunteers, Young Adult Ministers.  A Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is awarded by the sponsoring Institute (Diocese or University) and the Center for the Ministry Development to students who:  Participate in all 8 courses:  Complete and submit their assignments and learning journal following completion of the students final course.