37 Ministry Certificate Programs

Answer your calling with Campbellsville University’s online Certificate in Christian Ministry. Gain a strong biblical foundation and practical ministry skills in just one year through flexible, faith-based courses designed to fit your life and purpose.

Graduates of the Certificate of Ministry Studies will have developed foundational skills in ministry practice and apply skills in a ministry context, including employed and voluntary roles.

The postgraduate ministry courses are designed to provide professional development, research, and theological reflection for Christian leaders in ordained and lay ministry roles, with an emphasis on innovation.

Asbury Theological Seminary’s 15-credit hour certificate in youth and family ministry prepares you to pursue your call to disciple and counsel youth and families within the church, empowering them to a life of Christian obedience and authentic faith. The certificate options are non-degree programs, but they enable you to test a call to ministry by experiencing one year of seminary education. Certificates also fulfill continuing education requirements or form a solid foundation of academic credits for those who desire to continue their education and pursue a degree.

Asbury Theological Seminary’s 15-credit hour certificate in Anglican Studies allows you to explore Scripture, Spirit, and Sacraments in the Anglican Tradition. The certificate options are non-degree programs, but they enable you to test a call to ministry by experiencing one year of seminary education. Certificates also fulfill continuing education requirements or form a solid foundation of academic credits for those who desire to continue their education and pursue a degree.

The School of Ministry is an integral part of Messenger College, and its curriculum and policies operate in full accord with the College’s program and schedules. Thus, the studies may be applied to any of the published degree programs where they apply, and all studies qualify for Federal grants and loans.

The accredited Bible Certificate program at Appalachian Bible College is a focused, dynamic way to spend your year. You will learn to know God’s Word through Bible interpretation and theology courses and to share His Word through ministry courses such as Personal Evangelism and Missions.

The Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry offers a foundational program designed to support those interested in serving in various ministry roles. It provides a solid introduction to key aspects of fa...

In partnership with Hope International University, The School of Advanced Leadership Training (SALT) equips emerging leaders with the knowledge and skills needed for effective and relevant ministry. Courses are conveniently delivered and offer a collaborative student learning environment, designed to be instantly applicable to real-life ministry situations.

A Certificate in Church Ministry from Providence Theological Seminary introduces the student to basic theological content and various ministry-related skills such as Christian education, administration and leadership, and counselling, all within a multi-cultural Canadian context.

The Graduate Certificate in Ministry is a one-semester course available on both a full time and part-time basis. Many Christians choose care-based professions that they consider to be their ministry in society.

You connect with youth naturally and you want to influence the next generation. Prepare yourself to have a long term impact in youth ministry. Discover the world of contemporary youth ministry: examine youth culture, various models of youth ministry, and the biblical and theological foundations of reaching and discipling youth. Further develop an understanding of the issues facing youth in today’s culture.

Certificate III provides an introduction to ministry and theology through a Bible overview and provides skills in Bible understanding, Christian living and reflection, and skills in practical ministry.

Worship coordinator, Sunday school director, church administrator, youth leader: When a congregation or para-church organization needs a specific type of ministry that doesn’t include preaching, it may decide to fill that need by calling a staff minister.

The Ministry Preparation Program (MPP) exists to prepare men and women for ordination as an elder or deacon in the Church of the Nazarene through a series of courses that earn one semester hour of credit each.