PC(USA) Educator Certification and Endorsement Process
Learn about the two levels of certification - Certified Christian Educator (CCE) and Christian Education Associate (CEA) offered by PC(USA). Discover the requirements, process, and who each level is suitable for. Find out how to apply and start your journey in Christian education ministry.
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PC(USA) Educator Certification and Endorsement www.pcusa.org/christianeducators
TWO LEVELS: Certified Christian Educator (CCE) Christian Education Associate (CEA) Determine which level is appropriate
Certified Christian Educator (CCE) Christian Education Associate (CEA) - Experience (volunteer or employed) of one year full-time or its equivalent in Christian education ministry leadership Education requirement: bachelor s or master s degree Process is more in-depth and time intensive (courses, certification exam) - For those needing basic knowledge and skills in Christian education Dedicated volunteers, part-time educators, those in first-time roles with no previous background in Christian education No education requirements - - - -
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ASSOCIATE Who is it for? What is the process?
1) To introduce the educator to basic knowledge and skills in Christian education 2) To encourage the educator to pursue further coursework and to consider the CCE level of certification Goal of CEA Accessible to meet the diverse needs of educators
Anyone involved in educational ministry Volunteer or paid (no employment or volunteer hour requirements) Those who need foundational, basic knowledge and skills in educational ministry Those with limited continuing education funds Who? Who is CEA for?
CEA Process 1 2 3 4 5 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments (We are exploring how to offer this process in Korean and Spanish)
Application 1 www.pcusa.org/christianeducators Anyone can apply at anytime (no volunteer/employment requirements, no references) No degree required, no uploading of courses Advisor is assigned automatically during application 1 2 3 4 5 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments
Initial Assessments 1 2 3 4 5 2 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments CONTENT AREAS Reformed Theology Human Growth and Faith Development Worship and Sacraments Biblical Interpretation Presbyterian Polity, Program, and Mission Religious Education Theory and Practice
Initial Assessments 1 2 3 4 5 2 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments PURPOSE OF INITIAL ASSESSMENTS: NOT A TEST Identify prior knowledge Develop a study plan based on topics for further learning Engage the CEA in thinking more deeply about the content areas Provide a starting point for learning and conversation CEAs will take each content area s Initial Assessment only once. There are no retakes, even if their score is low. It is merely a starting point for conversation and study.
Initial Assessments 1 2 3 4 5 2 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments IA for each content area will be a list of 12 multiple choice questions (multiple choice for immediate results) Example (Worship & Sacraments): 1. In Reformed worship, the audience is... a. The congregation b. The choir c. The leadership d. God At the end of the assessment the applicant will get the results immediately. Correct answers will be given.
1 2 3 4 5 3 Plan of Study Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments After completing the IA, the Educator will design and complete a plan of study (including a time frame for completion) in consultation with their advisor using a resource list for the content area provided on Equip. When the plan of study is completed, the Educator and Advisor consult to determine readiness for the Final Assessment in each content area.
Final Assessments 1 2 3 4 5 4 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments Separate Final Assessments (FA) for each content area (6 total Final Assessments). Must complete plan of study for content area before taking FA. Case studies, lesson plans and reflection on theological themes. Open Book - can use Advisor and others much like an educator going through certification uses a Reference Group. Educator has 3 years (from date of application) to complete all 6 content area Final Assessments.
1 2 3 4 5 4 Endorsement Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments Successful completion of all six FAs results in endorsement by the ECC. The Coordinator sends an official letter to the Educator and notifies the Advisor, clerk of Session, and stated clerk of the Educator s presbytery.
CEA Process 1 2 3 4 5 Initial Final Application Plan of Study Endorsement Assessments Assessments
PC(USA) Educator Certification and Endorsement www.pcusa.org/christianeducators Presbytery Certification Advisor Information Certification Coordinator: Martha Miller, martha.miller@pcusa.org
