Course Summary
Course Category: Direct Entry (Higher Education - HET)
This is a level 7, introductory programme for someone preparing for ministry leadership in the Church. It forms part of a person’s initial formation, preparing him/her for exercising the responsibilities of ministry, especially leadership in public prayer, pastoral care and spiritual accompaniment, and building and strengthening community.
This includes acquiring specialised skills to teach in diverse settings, provide effective catechetical and faith formation, and exercise responsible stewardship of parish personnel and resources.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Pastoral Practice
Prayer Leadership
Caring and Spiritual Accompaniment
Theology and Pastoral Ministry
Organisational Leadership in Ministry Contexts
Healthcare Chaplaincy: Ministry of Presence and Visitation
Educational Chaplaincy: Ministry of Catechesis and Faith Formation
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
