Additional Qualifications in Religious Education (AQRE)

The Additional Qualifications in Religious Education (AQRE) is offered by Saint Paul University in collaboration with the Ottawa Catholic School Board.

It is accredited by the Ontario College of Teachers.

The program is offered in three parts. Each part consists of two courses offered over two sessions (Summer/Fall, Fall/Winter, Winter/Spring or Spring/Summer – see below for the next course offering).

As required by the Ontario College of Teachers for certification, each part includes at least 125 working hours, 100 contact hours and 25 hours of practical work.

All three parts of the program are offered on the basis of sufficient registrations.

Course Offering: Part I

THO 2153AQ
THO 2123AQ

To register, the person must:

• hold a certificate of qualification and registration from the Ontario College of Teachers;
• be a member of the teaching staff in an Ontario Catholic School.

Part 1 Fees:

• Session A THO 2351AQ – $325 (includes admin fee)
• Session B THO 2123AQ – $300

Part I

• THO 2351 The Bible and Catholic Schools
• THO 2123 Foundations in Religious Education

THO 2123AQ - Foundations in Religious Education

Background for understanding catechesis in relation to evangelization. Nature, object and role of catechesis in the Christian faith community.

THO 2351AQ - The Bible And Catholic Schools

Understanding the Bible as Sacred scriptures and the Christian journey of faith.

Contact Us

Office of Admissions, Registrar and Student Services
Room 154
Saint Paul University
223 Main Street
Ottawa, ON
K1S 1C4
CANADA

Telephone: 613-236-1393
Fax: 613-782-3014
admission@ustpaul.ca

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