Our Certificate Program bundles courses into specialized areas of ministry. This enables students to focus their studies, thereby receiving specialized training and equipping for practical ministry. Certificates of Ministry are earned by successfully completing the five courses listed within each particular area of study.
- Students may take as many certificate tracks during their course of study as desired to equip themselves with specialized training for practical ministry. Courses do not have to be completed in the order listed.
- Courses taken toward the completion of a certificate will also apply toward earning a degree. Successful completion of a second certificate will also qualify a student to apply for the first year Diploma of Theology, etc.
- For selected courses in the Certificate Program to qualify toward the appropriate certificate, each student must attend all classes, hear all lectures, read the textbook, and successfully complete the examination. He or she must receive a passing grade on each course and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.
- The following list included recommended ministry certificates. However, schools and students may customize a certificate to meet a specific training need.
Certificates of Ministry offer concentrated study in the following areas:
Certificate of Ministry in Biblical Studies
- BT505 Introduction to Biblical Studies
- OT115 Survey of the Old Testament I
- OT120 Survey of the Old Testament II
- NT115 Survey of the New Testament I
- NT120 Survey of the New Testament II
Certificate of Ministry in New Testament Studies
- NT115 Survey of the New Testament I, Ronald Cottle
- NT120 Survey of the New Testament II, Ronald Cottle
- NT511 New Testament Theology, Ian Bond
- NT560 Paul: The Man, Ronald Cottle
- NT510 Peter: The Man and His Ministry, Ian Bond
Certificate of Ministry in the Gospels & Acts
- NT113 The Beatitudes, Ronald Cottle
- NT531 Synoptic Gospels I, Ronald Cottle
- NT532 Synoptic Gospels II, Ronald Cottle
- NT555 The Book of Acts, Jerry Horner
- NT636 The Lord’s Prayer, Ronald Cottle
Certificate of Ministry in the Pauline Epistles
- NT124 The Book of Galatians, Ronald Cottle
- NT211 Romans I, Ronald Cottle
- NT313 The Book of Ephesians, James Ferguson
- NT421 The Pastoral Letters, James Hodges
- NT561 Paul: His Letters
Certificate of Ministry in the General Epistles & Revelation
- NT225 The Book of Hebrews, Ian Bond
- NT525 The Letters of John, Ian Bond
- NT626 Studies in the Book of James, Charles Gaulden
- NT670 The Book of Jude, Mark Allen
- NT840 The Seven Churches of Asia, Ronald Cottle
Certificate of Ministry in Old Testament Studies
- OT115 Survey of the Old Testament I, Charles Gaulden
- OT120 Survey of the Old Testament II, Charles Gaulden
- OT401 The Bible As a Whole, Duane Christensen
- OT525 Old Testament Theology, Ian Bond
- OT350 The Minor Prophets, Ian Bond
Certificate of Ministry in the Pentateuch
- OT314 The Ten Commandments, Ronald Cottle
- OT410 The Tabernacle of Moses, Ian Bond
- OT660 Genesis and the Grace of God, Charles Gaulden
- OT670 The Pentateuch I, Duane Christensen
- OT675 The Pentateuch II, Duane Christensen
Certificate of Ministry in Old Testament History
- OT113 The Book of Esther, Fuchsia Pickett
- OT250 Training for Reigning I, Ronald Cottle
- OT414 The Book of Nehemiah, Ronald Cottle
- OT450 Training for Reigning II, Ronald Cottle
- OT561 The Book of Joshua, Paul Harthern
Certificate of Ministry in Old Testament Poetry
- OT542 The Book of Proverbs, Charles Gaulden
- OT527 Psalms: A Hebrew History, Charles Gaulden
- OT529 The Twenty-Third Psalm, Alvis Harthern
- OT570 Song of Solomon I, Ronald Cottle
- OT611 Pearls of Wisdom from the Proverbs, Greg Hinnant
Certificate of Ministry in Old Testament Prophecy
- OT350 The Minor Prophets, Ian Bond
- OT399 The Book of Isaiah, Ian Bond
- OT519 Major Prophets, Charles Gaulden
- OT520 The Book of Ezekiel, Charles Gaulden
- OT645 The Anointing: It’s Nature and How to Receive It, Ronald Cottle
Certificate of Ministry in Theological Foundations
- BT105 Back to Basics, Judson Cornwall
- BT440 God’s Eternal Plan, Fuchsia Pickett
- BT510 Laying the Foundation, James Beall
- BT571 A New Testament Study of Grace, Larry Linkous
- BT726 Biblical Theology of the Kingdom, James Hodges
Certificate of Ministry in Systematic Theology
- BT108 Theology: The Nature, Essence and Attributes of God, Mike Chapman
- BT321 Christology, Sandra Kennedy
- BT502 Systematic Theology I, John Durden
- BT625 Eschatology I, Ian Bond
- BT945 Ecclesiology II, Larry Pyle
Certificate of Ministry in Worldview Studies
- BT355 Christian Ethics, Mark Rutland
- BT425 Apologetics, James Burkett
- BT602 Historical Christianity and Other Worldviews, Stanley Fleming
- BT725 Philosophy I, Ronald Cottle
- BT901 Introduction to Christian Evidences, Mike Chapman
Certificate of Ministry in Church History
- HT445 History of Christianity in America I, Stephen Mansfield
- HT510 The History of the Early Church, Stanley Fleming
- HT530 Our Full-Gospel Heritage, Jefferson Thompson
- HT630 Heresy and the Development of Christian Doctrine, Stephen Crosby
- HT720 The Apostles’ Creed, Patti Amsden
Certificate of Ministry in Marketplace Ministry
- PT507 Seven Basic Biblical Principles for Success in the Marketplace, William Crum
- PT597 Financial Wisdom to Create True Wealth, George Meyers
- PT633 God’s Systems on Success, Dr. Zonnya
- PT667 Kingdom Business Leadership I, George Meyers
- PT687 Kingdom Business Leadership II, George Meyers
Certificate of Ministry in Advanced Discipleship and Spiritual Formation
- PT341 Crucified Life, Sam Drye
- PT513 Preparation for Restoration, Ruth Peterson
- PT517 Character Determines Destiny, Jennie Newbrough
- PT585 A Theology of Purpose, David Baldwin
- PT707 Disciples Indeed, David Smith
Certificate of Ministry in the Spirit-Filled Life
- BT805 Holy Spirit I, Fuchsia Pickett
- PT330 God’s Manifest Presence
- PT335 Experiencing and Encountering the Holy Spirit, Larry Keefauver
- PT446 God Hedge: The Fruit of the Spirit, Michael Muray
- PT680 The Glory of God
Certificate of Ministry in Biblical Counseling
- CC150 Introduction to Biblical Counseling, Mike Chapman
- CC176 Foundations of Christian Counseling, Leroy Judd
- CC511 Interpersonal Relationships and Personality Patterns, David Baldwin
- CC520 Resolving Conflict and Anger God’s Way, William Graybill
- CC960 Journey Toward Wholeness, Don Crossland
Certificate of Ministry in Advanced Biblical Counseling
- PT251 You Can Be Emotionally Healed, Morris Sheats
- CC303 The Road to Restoration, Carol Fallaw
- CC505 Healing the Wounded Heart, Jack Frost
- CC510 Experiencing the Father’s Embrace, Jack Frost
- PT561 No Longer a Victim, Lynn Lucas
Certificate of Ministry in Marriage & Family Studies
- CC310 A Study of Christian Marriage and Child-Training, Gary Beasley
- CC451 Portrait of Christian Marriage and Family, Michael Murray
- CC525 Biblical Building Blocks for Marriage and Family, Scott & Cheryl Scheer
- CC555 Godly Foundations for Parenting, Larry Keefauver
- CC660 You Can Have a Happy Family, Morris Sheats
Certificate of Ministry in Pastoral Ministry
- PT519 The Bible and Hospitality, Doris Asbury
- PT535 Practical Ministry Principles, Ken Gaub
- PT595 The Emerging Missional Church, Greg Williamson
- PT690 Relational Team Building, David Baldwin
- PT727 Building Churches That Last, Larry Asplund
Certificate of Ministry in Preaching & Teaching
- BT451 Developing Sound Hermeneutics, Ian Bond
- PT201 Preaching, Ronald Cottle
- PT340 Dynamics of Effective Communication, Randal Langley
- PT501 Expository Preaching, Ronald Cottle
- PT590 Teaching: A Biblical Perspective, Charles Clark
Certificate of Ministry in Prayer & Intercession
- BT225 Prayer: Its Power and Purpose, J. Gordon Henry
- BT623 How to Pray the Father’s Heart, Terry Mahan
- PT125 The Praying Church, Sue Curran
- PT623 Prayer In Another Dimension, Sue Curran
- PT816 How to Hear the Voice of God, Drew Rousse
Certificate of Ministry in Worship Ministry
- BT545 A Theology of Worship, Fuchsia Pickett
- OT214 Davidic Worship: Tabernacle of David, Paul Harthern
- PT508 The Priority of Praise and Worship, Ronald Kenoly
- PT540 A Study of Biblical Worship, Paul Freeman
- PT605 The Philosophy of Worship, Judson Cornwall
Certificate of Ministry in Evangelism & Missions
- PT301 Equipping for Evangelism, Gary Beasley
- PT403 The Theology of Relationships, Gary Stewart
- PT415 New Strategies for Evangelism, Gerald Johnson
- PT502 Theology of Missions, David Shibley
- PT644 Effective Evangelism Strategies for the Twenty-First Century, Jerry Brandt
Certificate of Ministry in Healing Ministry
- PT521 Advanced Deliverance I, Drew Rousse
- PT551 Divine Health and Healing Principles, Michael Joyner
- PT663 Healing the Wounded Heart, Jack Frost
- PT665 Soteria: God’s Plan for Health, Scott VanLue
- PT668 Restoring the Foundations I, Chester & Betsey Kylstra
Certificate of Ministry in Spiritual Warfare
- PT526 The Believer’s Authority, Randy Clark
- PT606 The Theology of Spiritual Authority, Gary Kisner
- PT616 Spiritual Warfare, Milford Gamble
- PT640 Freer Than You Ever Dreamed, Sue Curran
- PT641 Spiritual Deception: A Biblical Study, Michael Sedler
Certificate of Ministry in Leadership Studies
- PT136 Leaders Under Construction, Mark Allen
- PT235 A Biblical Understanding of Leadership, Ray Shackelford
- PT322 Leadership Principles VII, Ronald Cottle
- PT350 Courage to Lead, Morris Sheats
- PT511 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
Certificate in Ministry in Advanced Leadership Studies
- PT255 Leadership Principles I, Ronald Cottle
- PT420 Strengthening Leaders, Paul Estes
- PT555 Leadership Principles II, Ronald Cottle
- PT675 Cultivating Kingdom Champions, David Baldwin
- PT705 Leadership Principles V, Ronald Cottle
Certificate of Ministry in Apostolic Ministry
- PT213 Spiritual Fathering, Ken Sumrall
- PT528 Apostolic Ministry, John Kelly
- PT587 Contemporary Christian Issues, Phillip Byler
- PT645 The Apostle and the Church, Ronald Cottle
- PT685 Leadership Principles III, Ronald Cottle
