I highly recommend St. Bernards graduate program. St. Bernards has prepared me to work in parish ministry. I have gained practical knowledge, leadership skills, and spiritual formation in scripture, pastoral care, Church history, and systematic theology. Though the curriculum is centered on the Roman Catholic faith tradition and theology, students from many different faith traditions attend, promoting a sense of ecumenism. Many students are returning to school for second careers and others for personal enrichment. Classes are offered in Rochester, Syracuse, Albany and via video-conference.St. Bernards also offers a Certificate Program in Catechetical Leadership, Pastoral Ministry, Parish Business Management and Youth Ministry.