Degrees & Learning Tracks

Certificate Program in Biblical Studies

The certificate program is composed of three mentored courses. This certificate program is a good choice for people interested in a smaller program than a full master’s degree. If accepted to matriculate in the master’s program, all courses in the certificate program will directly transfer into the master’s program. This means you only have nine courses remaining to complete your master’s degree.

You are welcome to take courses without declaring a degree program after the certificate program.

Certificate Program Course List

SF511
Spiritual Formation for Ministry Leaders
(Lecture recordings by Dr. Justin Irving)

OT551
Old Testament Theology
(Lecture recordings by Dr. Bruce Waltke)

NT501 or NT551
Understanding the New Testament or New Testament Theology
(Dr. Lynn Cohick or Dr. Douglas Moo teaching recorded course lectures)

Summary

9 credits

  • 3 courses

  • Flexible pacing, for example:

    • Moderate pace: One year (one course per semester)

    • Accelerated pace: Shorter than a year (more than one course per semester)

    • Extended pace: 18 Months

Program Learning Outcomes

The mission connections provide the groundwork for the program outcomes that address the contents within the limited field of study for the certificate program, which focuses on personal spiritual formation and the theology of the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. In this program, students apply this focus to their relationships with the Lord, others, and their calling.

By completing the Certificate in Biblical Studies, students will:

  • Analyze key concepts in Old and New Testament theology. (Cognitive Focus -

    Knowledge)

  • Adapt principles learned in Old and New Testament Theology to their ministry context.

    (Behavioral Focus - Skills and Habits in Relationships)

  • Examine their dispositions and affections in relation to the Lord, others, and their

    calling. (Affective Focus - Attitudes and Values)