The Certificate in Catechesis aims to provide a foundation of knowledge and practical skills necessary to catechists, and adapted to their cultural and ecclesial context. It covers essential aspects of the doctrine of faith, of the liturgy and the sacraments, of the moral life and of prayer. It also forms catechists to engage in practical ways in missionary, kerygmatic, and liturgical catechesis, relating it to evangelisation and to the principles and practice of accompaniment. The course’s parts are divided according to the Directory for Catechesis’ definition of the catechist as a teacher, witness and accompanier (cf. DC 113). The first year is concerned with the catechist as teacher and aims to ground students in a basic understanding of the Catholic faith and of its sources, so that they are confident in communicating this faith to others. The second year considers the catechist firstly as a witness to faith through a life rooted in Christ, in grace and prayer, and secondly as an accompanier in faith, called to journey with others in charity and navigate specific pastoral situations with knowledge and sensitivity. Two in-person days - a formation day and a retreat day - are offered each year as part of the certificate. They provide an opportunity for the students to meet in a prayerful environment and deepen their learning experience.