The Office for Evangelization and Catechetical Ministry (OECM) and the University of San Diego, in partnership with the Office for Schools, provide support to teachers and catechists in their spiritual formation and certification process. There are three options for earning your Basic Catechetical Formation Certificate: Office for Evangelization and Catechetical Ministry, USD's Hybrid Program, or the Diocesan Institute. Please click on links below to learn more.
Teachers of religion must earn their Basic Catechist Formation Certification within two years of hire.
Contact for SD Catholic Catechist Certification: Terry Campa tcampa@sdcatholic.org