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We am very happy to announce that the sixth Cycle of the VLCFF for 2009 has a record enrollment!

As of this announcement we have 565 students in nearly 50 course sections.

This is due in-part to our new Certificate in Catechesis. However, in looking over all our first time students more than half are talking courses simply for personal enrichment in faith. This is a wonderful thing to see as it shows just how much the laity is looking for and needing solid, authentic teaching. We at the VLCFF shall always strive to meet the high standards that our students demand.

As we enter into these last months of 2009 we wish for you not only a rich harvest of fruit and grains, but an even richer harvest of spiritual and actual graces.

In Christ, through all and for all.

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The Certificate in Adult Formation Leadership is intended for:

• Adults in parish or diocesan ministry wishing to design, implement and facilitate adult learning and faith formation for all ages of adults as Adult Faith Formation leaders, coordinators, catechists and facilitators in parishes or dioceses.

How do I Register?

• The registration process is online at vlc.udayton.edu
• Click on “Certificate Programs” in the left margin of the web page to begin

How much does it cost?

• The application for enrollment is $ 15.00 for persons in a partnering diocese, $ 30.00 for non-partnering diocese.
• Each course within the certificate program Costs $ 40.00 for persons in a partnering diocese, $ 90.00 for non-partnering diocese.
• See our website for a list of our Partnering (Arch)Dioceses.

Required Courses: The courses must be taken in sequence.  You may register for the Certificate in Adult Formation Leadership at any time, however, the certificate start dates will be in January and July.  These are the months in which the first course will be offered.

• Foundations and Vision of Adult Learning and Faith Formation
• Parish as a Learning Community
• Many Faces of Adults
• Facilitating Adult Learning and Faith Formation
• Leadership Roles and Skills for Adult Learning and Faith Formation
• Spirituality in Adult Learning and Faith Formation
• Designing & Implementing Adult Learning and Faith Formation

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