Course Description

Credit Validation for USD Center for Christian Spirituality Participants Only

Spiritual formation focused on prayer, theological reflection, scripture, discernment of spirits, and self-awareness in preparation to serve as a spiritual director within a Christian context.

To earn the optional certificate, please visit the website and pay for your certificate after completing all three courses: https://pceportal.sandiego.edu/specialrequest/publicSpecialRequest.do?method=addSpecialRequest&specialRequestId=67060956

Course Details

Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Professionals already in ministry (clergy, campus ministers, chaplains, catechists, educators). This course would offer these professionals an area of specialization within the broader landscape of ministry.

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What You Will Learn

  • Identify and describe diverse Christian spiritual traditions
  • Articulate the relationship between the Christian tradition and their professional practice and spiritual development
  • Demonstrate a well-rounded appropriation of effective ministerial skills grounded in theological reflection, discernment, and the Church’s mission of justice, mercy, and community building
  • Utilize the knowledge and skills gained in the context of spiritual direction

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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