The Catholic Church has been an integral part in the development of civilizations since the time of the Apostles. In today’s society, Catholics need to know the history of the Church to intelligently respond to questions and inaccurate facts promoted by the media. Those who complete this certificate program will be able to describe the history of the Church in America and portray correctly the role and activities of the Church during several historical periods in the last 2000 years.
Program Time Limits
Students have four years to complete the Basic Certificate in Church History program.
Leave of
Absence
For serious reasons, a student may apply for a leave of absence
until he or she is able to resume study. During this leave, elapsed
time does not accrue toward the maximum completion time allowed
for finishing the degree. A letter requesting leave should be addressed
to the dean of catechetical programs.
Withdrawing From a Course or a Program
A student may terminate enrollment in a course or program at any time by notifying the university; however, a student
is advised to do so in writing for his or her own protection. Refunds
will be granted on request, according to the program satisfactory
policy. Written withdrawal request should be sent to: Continuing
Education Registrar, The Catholic Distance University, 120 East
Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158. To view CDU's satisfaction and refund policy
Hamilton, Virginia 20158-9012