PCP CCRS boooklet 2016-17 15 Dec 2016

Diocese of PortsmouthThe Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS) 2016-2018



What is the CCRS?The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS)offers an introduction to the central teaching andbeliefs of the Catholic Church. The modules are taughtthrough lectures and group discussions in a friendlyenvironment. The course is managed and awarded bythe Board of Religious Studies on behalf of theBishops' Conference of England and Wales. Who is it for?The course is open to all wishing to deepen theirunderstanding of the Catholic Faith.This includes: teachers and trainee teachers, governors and others working in Catholic education those wishing to follow the course for personal interest and formation. Further provision within the Diocese of PortsmouthCatechists and others in parish ministry have theopportunity to undertake a separate Certificate forCatechists which is run by the diocesan Formation forMission (FFM) team. The PCP is happy to providecontact details if you would like further information.

Teaching and AssessmentEach module requires ten hours’ contact time orequivalent, including a pre-course task, an intensiveday’s teaching, guided reading, and an assignment ofa 1,500 word essay or equivalent presentation.A tutorial is available to support each module.You are welcome to attend single modules and alsoto follow the course for personal interest withoutcompleting the assignments (attendance only). Introductory Sessions Visitors are always welcome at the PCP. If you would like to experience a session and have the opportunity to ask questions about the course, please contact us at: 02380 779753 [email protected] CCRS can be completed in two years but fiveyears are available, if required. Each student mustcomplete eight modules (six core and two specialist).The CCRS is currently taken at the Primary CatholicPartnership training centre in Southampton.There may also be the possibility of training in yourschool or cluster, if numbers are large enough.

Core Module OutlinesJesus ChristThe centrality of Jesus Christ in the teaching and lifeof the Church, His relevance for our lives and theconcept of the Kingdom of God.The Bible: Old TestamentHow the Church understands the Old Testament, thehistorical, geographical, cultural, political andreligious background to the Hebrew Scriptures.The Bible: New TestamentThe background and formation of the New Testamentand how it informs the Church today.The ChurchThe meaning and significance of the term 'Church',Vatican II, the mission of the Church in the world, andits relationships with other churches and faiths.SacramentsSacraments: their history, development and theology.Sacramentality, signs and symbols in daily life.Christian MoralityMoral decision-making and the principles of Christianmorality; the Catholic Church as moral teacher for theformation of a Christian conscience.

Specialist Module OutlinesFor colleagues teaching in a Catholic school twospecialist modules are available in 2016-18Collective Worship in a Catholic Primary SchoolUsing the Diocesan RE Syllabus to Plan, Teachand Assess REFor colleagues leading in a Catholic School, furtherspecialist modules may be available. The modules‘Collective Worship’ and ‘Using theDiocesan RE Syllabus’ can be taken atdifferent levels, depending on your role in the school.Please contact the PCP if you wish to discuss this andwe will match a specialist tutor to your requirements.The following modules may also be available throughour partner organisations:Ethos and Mission of a Catholic SchoolEducation and LeadershipPrayer and SpiritualityMinistry in the ParishMinistry and ChaplaincyCatechesis and Liturgy

Dates for 2016-18Core modules available in 2016-2017Modules will take place at the PCP Centre between9.30 am and 4.00 pm on the following dates:New Testament Saturday 14/01/17The Church Saturday 11/02/17Old Testament Saturday 18/03/17Christian Morality Saturday 06/05/17Sacraments Monday 17/07/17Jesus Christ Friday 21/07/17Core modules available in 2017-18New Testament Monday 21/10/17The Church Saturday 20/01/18Christian Morality Saturday 03/03/18Old Testament Saturday 12/05/18Sacraments Wednesday 18/07/18Jesus Christ Monday 23/07/18Tailored provision for schools and clustersIf you have group of eight or more who would like toundertake a module in your school or cluster, we may beable to set up training locally. Please contact the PrimaryCatholic Partnership to discuss your requirements.

Fees for CCRS ModulesModules cost £60 each, including assessment. Feescan be paid in the following ways: £60 at the beginning of each module £30 per module for attendance-only students, who do not wish to gain accreditation £400 for full course payment in advanceThere is also a single registration fee of £20.Applicants engaged in teaching or aspects of parishministry may wish to apply to their parish or schoolfor assistance with payment of fees. Awards CeremonyCertificates are presented at an Awards Ceremonyheld each year in Portsmouth at the Cathedral ofSt John the Evangelist.

The Primary Catholic Partnership Training CentreThe PCP training centre is located at the edge ofSouthampton SO16 9LP (see overleaf).The centre is equipped with two teaching rooms anda library of dedicated texts.Disabled parking an a toilet with wheelchairs accessare available. Visitors with specific requirementsshould contact the PCP before their visit.

How to find the PCP CentreThe PCP training centre is located in the grounds ofHoly Family Catholic Primary School, SO16 9LP.Leave the M27 at Junction 3 and follow the M271 inthe direction of Southampton Docks. Come off theM271 at Junction 1. Turn left and follow the roadinto Brownhill Way.At the second set of traffic lights, by the David LloydCentre, turn right and then right again into LowerBrownhill Road. When you reach the blue fence,which surrounds the school, continue straight on for50 metres and turn left into the school car park. Thetraining centre is the cream building to the right.By train, arrive at Southampton Central Station andcatch the number 2A bus, get off at ‘The Saints’ puband walk down Mansel Road West.



Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies Diocese of PortsmouthFor more information or an application formplease contact: Mrs Bree Enemark, Course Administrator Email: [email protected] Mrs Jacky Chong, CCRS Co-ordinator Email: [email protected] Mr Paul Haslam, PCP Director Email: director @pcp-scitt.org.uk Primary Catholic Partnership C/o Holy Family Catholic Primary School Mansel Road West Southampton SO16 9LP Tel: 02380 779753Online application form soon to be available at www.pcp-scitt.org.uk