Obtain the Ecclesiastical Declaration of Academic Competence (DECA) with the Catholic Theology and its Pedagogy program, in collaboration with the Spanish Episcopal Conference.

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You will be able to intervene effectively in complex situations related to families, couples, and individuals from the systemic paradigm.

Additionally, after completing the training, you will be able to obtain official certifications and work as a Family Psychotherapist, applying comprehensive and advanced models in therapy.

What it prepares you for

You will be able to teach Catholic Religion in educational centers for Early Childhood, Primary, and Secondary Education. Through solid theological training and an appropriate pedagogical methodology, you will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to convey the values and principles of Christianity in the educational field, promoting interreligious dialogue and the integration of faith in teaching.

It will allow you to be:

  • Catholic Religion Teacher in Early Childhood, Primary, and Secondary Education (public, charter, and private schools).
  • Trainer in Christian values and ethics in schools and educational institutions.
  • Pedagogical advisor in religious education within educational and diocesan institutions.
  • Collaborator in educational pastoral care and catechesis in parishes and religious communities.
  • Teacher in theological and catechetical training institutions.

Who is the target audience?

The course is aimed at graduates in

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION OR PRIMARY EDUCATION
(or an equivalent diploma)
who feel called to serve the Church as religion teachers.

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Data of interest

Title

Expert in Catholic Theology and its Pedagogy for Obtaining the DECA

This degree will be awarded by the Francisco de Vitoria University.
Credits

24 ECTS

Schedule

Fridays: 18:30 – 21:30
Saturdays: 09:00 – 15:00

Modality

Semi-attendance

Address

Francisco de Vitoria University. Ctra. Majadahonda Km. 1,800. 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. Madrid

Study Plan

1. RELIGION, CULTURE, AND VALUES
Identity of the area of Catholic Religion and Morality
The religious fact in history and in the structure of the human being
The religious fact in history and culture
The Gospel and the New Evangelization
The human person
Introduction to the Knowledge of the Bible
The Manifestation of God in the Created Work
The Covenant of God with His People
2. CHRISTIAN MESSAGE
Jesus Christ, the Full Revelation of God
The Most Holy Trinity
The Church
Eschatology
3. THE CHURCH, THE SACRAMENTS, AND MORALITY
The Church, the New People of God
Mary, Mother of God and Our Mother
The Sacraments and the Worship of the Church
The Evangelical Morality, the Foundation of Christian Behavior
The Mission
The Catholic Religion Teaching Staff
4. PEDAGOGY AND DIDACTICS OF CATHOLIC RELIGION
Religious Psychopedagogy
Learning to Teach in the Area of Religion
The Teaching Practice in Religious Education
The Didactics of Religious Education (ERE)
Application to the Teaching of the Bible
Application to the Teaching of the Sacraments
Application to the Teaching of Catholic Morality
Didactics Applied to the Education of Values
Research in Religious Education Didactics

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Faculty

Josá María Alejos
Laura Llamas
Antonio Sastre
P. Rafael Pou LC
Jorge López Gonzalez

Decano en Universidad Francisco de Vitoria

Price of the Postgraduate 25/26

Title of title

Expert Course in Catholic Theology and Its Pedagogy for obtaining the DECA

Monthly fee

Reservation of a place

Enrollment

Scholarships and grants

Dirigido a titulados universitarios con un rendimiento académico sobresaliente.

Apoyando a los alumnos que deseen obtener una titulación

Contribuye a la igualdad de oportunidades

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We look forward to meeting you!

We tell you step by step how to complete the admission process.

1

Fill in the form to receive your request. When you are registered in the Candidate Portal, you will need to attach different documents in order to make the reservation.

2

Once admitted, you will have 15 calendar days to reserve your place through the Candidate Portal (see fee schedule).

3

Once you have reserved your place, you will be able to self-enroll through the University Portal of the University within the period communicated via email by the Academic Coordination.

4

Finally, you will be able to apply for the scholarship that fits your profile, being able to opt for discounts of up to 50%. You can see our scholarships by clicking on the button below.

We recommend to see the complete guide for the admission process. You can find more details to take into account in multiple cases that can be very useful.

View Complete Guide (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start the admission process?

You must send us an email to postgrado@ufv.es so that we can register you in the Applicant Portal and you can upload the requested admission and registration documents.

What are the steps for the admission process?

  1. Apply for registration in the candidate portal through
  2. postgrado@ufv.es.
  3. Upload the required documentation.
  4. Conduct the admission interview*.
  5. Reserve your place if you are admitted.

*The admission interview is only required for certain master’s degrees.

What documentation do I have to upload to the applicant portal?

General Documentation:

Admission Application Form completed electronically.
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Motivation letter.
2 letters of recommendation*.
Photocopy of the front and back of your ID card or passport.
A recent, passport-size, color photograph.
*Letters of recommendation are required for certain programs.

Academic documentation:

University Master’s Degrees.

If you have studied in Spain:

Certified copy of both sides of the university academic degree (in case the Bachelor’s degree has not been issued, you must submit the Supplementary Certification to the Degree).
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) if you apply for access to any of the following master’s degree programs:
University Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine.
Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology
If you are a graduate from a foreign university within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA):

Certified copy of the university degree together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
If you are a graduate from an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)

Certified copy on all sides of the university degree, duly legalized and apostilled, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record), duly legalized, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Master’s Degrees

Photocopy of the university degree, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

When do I know whether or not I am admitted to a master’s program?

Once all documents have been validated and the admission interview has been conducted, if applicable, you will receive an email notification from the admissions committee with the resolution of your application within 24/48 hours.

What is the deadline to reserve a place?

Once the decision of the admissions committee is known, if it is favorable, you will have a period of 15 days to pay the reservation fee **.

*If you do not make the reservation within the stipulated period, your place will be made available to another candidate.
**The 15-day deadline may be reduced if the application for admission is made within the last three weeks prior to the start of classes of the Postgraduate Program, or if there is a reduced number of vacancies to fill the group.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

Once admission has been notified, you will be able to reserve your place from the candidate’s portal through a secure payment gateway.

I have already reserved my place. How can I register?

The academic coordination team will contact you by email a few days before the start of the master’s program with a guide that includes all the steps to follow so that you can self-enroll.

*In order to self-enroll you will need to have provided all the documentation.

How can I find out about UFV scholarships and how can I apply for them?

By clicking on the following link to Scholarships you can find out about all the scholarships we offer, the requirements and how to apply for them.

If you are a UFV Alumni you have access to a 20% scholarship on tuition fees.

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