Archdiocesan Catechetical Centre
Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur
KL Archdiocesan Catechetical Centre offers certification courses at three levels, with the aim to equip catechists with a better understanding of the Catholic faith and necessary skills.
Certification Courses
Foundational Certification Course
The Sower & the Seed
Language : English
Next Intake : TBC
This course is to focus on the person and the skills of the catechist. Open to all catechists; new catechists are strongly encouraged to attend. Topic: Vocation and mission of the catechists Spirituality of the Catechists Catechetical Process Understanding the Learners and Learning Lesson Planning Assessment
The Sower & the Seed - District Level
Language : English,Tamil, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia
Next Intake : 2026
The formation of a module-based program offered to districts in the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur. It is an essential program for catechists. The program contains 3 modules, each having different topics to cover. Module 1 Vocation & Mission of the Catechist Spirituality of the Catechist Catechetical Process Module 2 Understanding Learning Knowing Where Learner Are Learning Aims & Objectives Module 3 Lesson Planning Microteaching Presentation Reflection
Intermediate Certification Course
Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church (JCCC) 2.0
Language : English
Next Intake : 2026 (Registration Closed)
This course is to provide a systematic study of the essentials of the Catholic Faith by using the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) as a main source for self-study and lesson planning. Open to all catechists; non-catechists are welcome. Course Duration: 9am - 4pm on Saturdays (Once a month) 10 sessions (3 on-site & 7 online) Topics: Introduction to the CCC Profession of Faith The Church Celebration of the Christian Mystery Life in Christ (Commandments) Christian Prayer (Our Father) Using the CCC for group activity
Journey Through the Catholic Faith (JCF)
Language : Tamil
Next Intake : 2027
This course is to provide a basic understanding of the essentials of the Catholic Faith. Open to all catechists; non-catechists are welcome. Course Duration: 9am - 4pm Saturdays (Once a month) 10 on-site sessions Topic : Revelation of God Salvation History Introduction to Sacred Scripture Introduction to Christology The Holy Spirit The Liturgy and Sacraments Introduction to Ecclesiology Introduction to Mariology Introduction to Moral Theology Christian Spirituality
Higher Certification Course
Certificate in Catechetics (CC)
Next Intake : 2026 (Registration Closed)
Language : Tamil
This course is to provide an understanding of the nature, aims, main principles, and themes of catechesis. Open to all catechists who have: Completed the Intermediate Level Certification Course by Archdiocesan Catechetical Centre (JCCC or JCF), or any basic theology course at the parish or diocesan level. Other long-term courses (at least 60 study hours) are also accepted as criteria for entrance. Non-catechists are welcome. Course Duration: 9am - 4pm on Saturdays (Once a month) 10 on-site sessions Topics: The Place of Catechesis in the Church The Identity of the Catechesis The Catechist Pedagogy of Faith Faith Development The Family & Catechesis Adult Catechesis Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Catechesis in Particular Churches Day of Recollection
Certificate in Catechetics (CC)
Next Intake : 2027
Language : English
This course is to provide an understanding of the nature, aims, main principles, and themes of catechesis. Open to all catechists who have: Completed the Intermediate Level Certification Course by Archdiocesan Catechetical Centre (JCCC or JCF), or any basic theology course at the parish or diocesan level. Other long-term courses (at least 60 study hours) are also accepted as criteria for entrance. Non-catechists are welcome. Course Duration: 9am-4pm Saturdays (Once a month) 10 sessions (4 onsite & 6 online) Topics: The Place of Catechesis in the Church The Identity of the Catechesis The Catechist Pedagogy of Faith Faith Development The Family & Catechesis Adult Catechesis Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Catechesis in Particular Churches Day of Recollection
Upcoming Formation programs 2026
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THE SACRAMENTS
Preparing a child with Special Needs for the Sacraments is a sacred calling. This online awareness program helps participants to discover the why, what and how of the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation in relation to children with Special Needs. Besides theory, there will be a sharing by a parent on how they prepare their Special Needs child to receive their sacraments in a creative way at home.
This program is open to especially to catechists, parents and those interested in this ministry.
Below are the program details:
Date: 21st November 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm
MODE : ONLINE
Topics covered:
1. The Sacraments and the Child with Special Needs
- Why is Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation important for the child with Special Needs.
2. Guidelines for Sacramental Preparation
- What to keep in mind when preparing the child with Special Needs for the Sacraments?
3. Sharing by a Parent : Sacramental Preparations at Home
- Some examples on how to prepare the child with Special Needs for the Sacraments at home.
Registration deadline: 13th November 2026 (Friday) or when maximum capacity is reached.
Any inquiry, please email to catechetical@archkl.org