Programs of Study

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    Programs

    Our academic programs exemplify and emphasize an uncompromising commitment to a lifestyle of worshiping God, submission to the absolute authority of Scripture, an undying love for Christ and his Church, and a deep compassion for the lost.

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    Certificate in Christian Foundations & Discipleship

    The certificate program is designed to equip students with a solid, biblical foundation in gospel doctrine and Christian living and to cultivate a growing, genuine love for Christ and his Word.

  • Ongoing Class

    Diploma in Pastoral Ministry

    The diploma program equips students with a basic theological, biblical, and practical foundation needed to preach, teach, counsel, and shepherd in a manner that is faithful to Scripture.

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    Bachelor of Pastoral Ministry Degree

    The degree program is designed to thoroughly equip men to be God-honoring pastors, to biblically think through theological issues, to faithfully carry out their daily responsibilities, and to manage their homes with love and devotion.

What students actually study

  • Old and New Testament survey, systematic theology, hermeneutics

  • Expository preaching, homiletics and classroom instruction practice

  • Biblical counseling, church leadership, and shepherding practice

  • Discipleship, spiritual formation and personal godliness

Academic Calendar

3 Terms Per Year

Each term at the certificate level takes 8 weeks and 12 weeks for Diploma and Degree

2 Years Certificate Program

First year of the certificate is residential, while the second year is field work (Ministry practicum I and II)

3 Years Diploma/Degree

3 Years fully residential for Diploma/Degree with their families.

Begin your journey

Applications are open for the upcoming academic term. All certificate students receive scholarship support.

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