New Curriculum
Beginning with the fall of 2007 the new curricula for the various programs formally go into effect. The most significant aspect of the new curricular revision is its attempt to integrate outcomes assessment in a more conscious and systematic fashion. Each course will incorporate specific learning outcomes in knowledge, skills and attributes and ways these outcomes can be measured. The new curricula also seek to integrate the human, intellectual, pastoral and spiritual aspects of formation. As a result of this revision, there will come into effect a well-rounded program of theological and ministerial formation.
General Outcomes for the Programs
- To facilitate a critical understanding of the classical disciplines of theological study.
- To develop an inclusive and integrative approach to the study of theology and the practice of ministry rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition.
- To develop skills and attitudes necessary and appropriate for academic study and pastoral ministry.
- To initiate and facilitate human, intellectual, pastoral and spiritual formation.
- To foster commitment to multicultural diversity and ecumenical outlook.
In order to accomplish the general and specific program outcomes, each individual course will incorporate:
- Specific learning outcomes pertinent to three areas: knowledge base, skills and attitudes and the mechanisms to measure the outcomes.
- An integrative approach to the study of theology and the practice of ministry rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition.
- Aspects of formation in the human, intellectual, pastoral and spiritual dimensions.
- Diversity of perspectives and resources.
- Elements aimed to fostering multicultural awareness and ecumenical outlook and;
- Learning/learner-centered pedagogical strategies and methods.
St. Bernard's offers the following
graduate degrees:
Students may also study for an
Graduate Certificate
in Pastoral Studies.
Courses
are offered in Rochester, the Southern Tier, Syracuse and Albany.
Registration takes place in the Academic Office at specified periods
as stated in the calendar. Students may register
on-line, in person or by
mail. All registrations are to be accompanied by the appropriate
registration fee and a minimum of 25% of the tuition.
Scholarships
and financial aid are available for full-time or part-time study.
For more information, contact Charmel Trinidad, Director of Admissions, or call (585) 271-3657,
ext. 289. Albany area students should contact
Dr.
Katherine Hanley, CSJ
Associate
Dean
of Albany Extension Site or call St. Bernard's Albany Extension
Site at (518) 453-6760.
