Online Sacramental Preparation for Children & Adults
✓ Complete Sacramental Preparation — Online, Self-Paced, Affordable
Whether preparing your child or yourself for a sacrament, CatechismClass.com provides comprehensive preparation courses with 24/7 access, no deadlines, and certificates of completion. Grounded in the Catechism of the Catholic Church since 2004.
The Sacraments are the primary means of grace instituted by Jesus Christ Himself. Whether you're preparing for your first sacrament or deepening your faith, we're here to help. Below, select the sacrament you're preparing for to find the right course for your situation.
Children's Sacraments
Preparing your child for a sacrament? Select below to find the course designed for their age and sacrament.
- ✓ First Confession/Reconciliation – Typically 2nd grade. Prepare to receive the Sacrament of Penance.
- ✓ First Communion/First Eucharist – Typically 2nd grade. Prepare to receive Our Lord in Holy Communion for the first time.
- ✓ Confirmation – Typically 8th grade. Prepare to receive the Sacramental Seal of Confirmation and the Fruits and Gifts of the Holy Ghost.
- ✓ Baptism for Older Children – For children age 7 and older preparing to be baptized.
Adult Sacraments & OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Adults preparing for sacraments have unique needs. Whether you're coming into the Church for the first time or deepening your faith, we offer comprehensive preparation courses tailored for adult learners.
- ✓ Adult Baptism & OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) – Complete preparation for adults and older children entering the Catholic Church. Includes instruction for all three sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist.
- ✓ Adult Confirmation – For adults already baptized who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
- ✓ Adult First Communion – For adults who have not yet received their First Holy Communion.
- ✓ Adult First Confession/Reconciliation – For adults preparing to receive the Sacrament of Penance for the first time.
- ✓ Marriage Preparation – Comprehensive pre-Cana formation for couples preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Special Needs Support
Every child and adult deserves the opportunity to prepare for the sacraments. Our self-paced, fully narrated courses work beautifully for students with learning differences, anxiety, physical limitations, or those who need flexible scheduling.
- ✓ Fully narrated lessons with audio support
- ✓ Self-paced learning — no pressure to keep up
- ✓ Flexible scheduling — study whenever works for you
- ✓ Multiple learning modalities — read, listen, watch, interact
- ✓ No time limits — take as long as you need
Learn more about our Special Needs support.
How Sacramental Preparation Works
- ✓ No Deadlines: Enrollment is always open. Sign up anytime, day or night.
- ✓ 24/7 Access: Study whenever you want, from anywhere. Complete courses at your own pace.
- ✓ Comprehensive Content: All courses are grounded in the Catechism of the Catholic Church with Scripture passages, prayers, activities, and saint stories.
- ✓ Certificates of Completion: After successfully completing your course, you'll receive a CatechismClass.com Certificate to present to your parish.
- ✓ Highly Affordable: Quality sacramental preparation at prices that fit your budget.
Important: Sacraments Must Be Administered by a Priest
Our courses provide comprehensive sacramental preparation—the learning that must occur before a priest will allow someone to receive a sacrament. The actual sacrament must be administered by a validly ordained priest. After completing your course, you will work with your parish priest to schedule reception of your sacrament.