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Resources for Arch/Dioceses and Organizations Seeking Approval

 

An arch/diocese or national organization seeking the approval of standards and procedures by the USCCB Subcommittee on Certification for Ecclesial Ministry and Service should follow the four Steps to Gain Subcommittee Approval: 

(Before beginning the process review the Certification Handbook for details and specifics on the steps to gain approval, certification standards, fees, contact information, and documentation.)

Step 1: Opening a File

Step 2: Submitting Documentation

Step 3: Subcommittee Review

Step 4: Initial Approval

The following resources can provide assistance with completing the steps:


Special Membership Website:

The Subcommittee on Certification for Ecclesial Ministry and Service (SCEMS) has a special membership only area for those arch/dioceses and organizations that have:

  • approved standards and procedures  - to facilitate ongoing communication and sharing of best practices and resources among those who do this work.
  • opened files to begin the approval process – to facilitate walking through the application process, uploading, reviewing and sharing of all the information, templates and resources needed .
The membership website is not for individuals seeking certification but for diocesan and organizational staff responsible for implementation of certification standards and procedures. 

For further information contact:  Joie Alston at jalston@usccb.org or call 202-541-3154.



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