Certificate in Christian Ministry

The Certificate in Christian Ministry (C.C.M.) follows after the Certificate in Biblical Studies and may be taken concurrently with the Bachelor of Religious Studies program. It may also be taken by students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies. The C.C.M. requires 12 semester hours of prescribed credits taken at NationsUniversity. These 12 hours are also applicable to the B.R.S. program courses but not to any graduate program. Transfer credit cannot be substituted for these Certificate courses.

This program is designed for individuals wishing to improve their abilities to serve in local congregational ministry. After establishing strong biblical foundations in the Certificate in Biblical Studies, students will learn about ethics, family systems, and local ministry.

Admission into the Certificate in Christian Ministry Program

Admission to the C.C.M. program requires the following:

1. Met all admission requirements for the Certificate in Biblical Studies or the Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies.
2. Completed all requirements to be awarded the Certificate in Biblical Studies or Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies.
3. No financial obligations to the University.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Student is equipped for personal spiritual formation.
2. Student can utilize biblical foundations for life decisions.
3. Student can provide effective Christian leadership.

Specific Learning Objectives

The Program Learning Outcomes above are achieved by focusing on important learning objectives that are taught and reinforced throughout the various courses. Students completing a C.C.M. after the C.B.S. will

1. Be able to explain how biblical foundations benefit spiritual growth
2. Be able to evaluate their personal spiritual lives in light of biblical foundations and benefits
3. Understand the value of spiritual growth in their own lives
4. Express a willingness to make changes in their lives that will facilitate spiritual growth
5. Be able to use Bible knowledge to make decisions in matters of life.
6. Be able to explain the relationship between ministry and Christian living.
7. Be able to teach others to make life decisions based on biblical principles.
8. Discuss the concepts that constitute a worldview
9. Demonstrate skills needed to develop and lead in ministry
10. Synthesize the knowledge, principles, and values required of Christian leaders
11. Describe the role of a leader in shaping worship and ministry that embodies biblical concepts in a modern context

Specific Course Requirements

The Certificate curriculum is outlined below, with courses named in the recommended order. These courses must be completed at NU, even though the student may have taken similar courses elsewhere. No transfer credit may apply.

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Read the Academic Catalog & Student Handbook to learn more about the Certificate in Christian Ministry program.

NationsUniversity cannot guarantee that NationsUniversity credits will be accepted for transfer by other institutions. The final judgment in accepting NationsUniversity credits is the sole responsibility of the receiving institution.

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