Learning Experiences, Competencies, Lens and Reflective Essays - Overview

Part of Skilled Level RE Credentialing Program

Learning Experiences

Skilled Level candidates are required to take 5 Sparks Modules or other pre-approved trainings, which includes up to one OWL Facilitator training.

One of these learning experiences must be a pre-approved Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression, Multiculturalism Training or Immersive Experience. Approved options include:

  • Virtual or in-person training options ran by the Race Forward organization. Each training is the length of about 1/2 of a Sparks module, so you would need to take two different trainings to meet the requirement — one likely being the Building Racial Equity foundational skills training and then a 2nd training of your choosing to deepen understanding and grow skills. Their trainings are on a sliding scale starting at $50 each, so they are also financially accessible.
  • The Racial Equity Institute’s 2-day training, one of which meets the credentialing requirement for an ARAOMC learning experience. These trainings are more expensive, though there is a scholarship option, as well as the UUA and LREDA scholarships and grants available to help off-set costs.
  • The Leading UU Culture Change Sparks Module
  • Jubilee Training

Additionally, for those of us who are BIPOC+, attendance at either of the below meet the requirement:

Candidates should seek approval for other trainings by contacting the Professional Development Programs Manager.

Competencies

For the Skilled Level, basic knowledge and skills in a core of competency areas is expected. The Skilled Level entails:

  • 4 Required Competencies
  • 1 Elective Competency

Required Competencies

  • Administration & Volunteer Management
  • Human & Faith Development
  • Safer Congregations, Right Relations & Professional Ethics
  • UU Foundations

Elective Competencies (Choose 1)

  • History & Philosophy of RE
  • Sexual Health
  • Six Sources of UU Inspiration
  • Systems & Conflict
  • Worship

Lens

Required Lens (in the 4 Required Competencies)

  • Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression, Multiculturalism (ARAOMC)

Reflective Essays

Required Reflective Essays

  • Anti-Racism
  • Spiritual Life and Self-Care
  • Technology