In all these years, lecturers and experts have been found, who were committed to this philosophy, and promoted idealism, general knowledge and educational skills to train young and older journalists to be fundamental, systematic and in touch with reality. The evening discussions, which often extend far beyond journalistic practice, make the course unforgettable for many. The Media Academy currently offers about fifty courses annually, which last between three days and three weeks. There are courses for the press, radio and television, and lately also for on-line journalism. The courses have been attended by over four thousand young journalists from Germany and abroad.
Young theologians find options for a career other than as parish priests.
Leading personalities in the Church are given special training for television appearances. Some events are organised to give journalists and theologians the opportunity for discussion to reduce prejudices and to provide important insights for all those involved. The Media Academy has developed a special focus on Eastern Europe. Courses with up to 20 participants from 17 Eastern European nations have taken place. In 1990, the Media Academy was the first to offer a training course for journalists from the former East Germany.