There are two theological institutions in the Auckland diocese: the Catholic Institute of Theology and Good Shepherd College.
The Catholic Institute of Theology was established in 1989 by the Auckland Diocese to serve as the centre for University level theological teaching and research as well as Continuing Faith Education.
Good Shepherd College is the national Catholic theological college, offering degree courses in theology through its association with the Catholic Institute of Sydney, a member college of the Sydney College of Divinity. The degrees are awards of the Sydney College of Divinity. Good Shepherd College also offers adult education courses for personal interest.
The diocese is also home to the Catholic Discipleship College, which is a scripture based, live in, formation institution.