The Ministry Training Institute offers online certificate courses designed to provide focused biblical and ministry training for pastors, ministry leaders, and laypersons. These non degree certificates combine theological depth with practical application and are accessible to students regardless of prior academic experience.
Certificate Areas
Certificate courses are offered in focused ministry concentrations, including:
- Disciple Making
- Pastoral Leadership
- Women’s Leadership
- Youth and Children’s Ministry
Each certificate provides targeted preparation for ministry contexts and is taught by experienced instructors who integrate academic insight with real‑world ministry experience.
How Certificates Work
Each certificate is earned by completing four courses within a selected concentration. Courses follow a rotational format, allowing students to progress through the certificate in a predictable sequence while accommodating busy schedules.
Cost & Registration
Students may choose one of two payment options:
- Per‑course pricing, paid as each class is taken
- Bundled certificate pricing, paid at the start of the first course at a discounted rate
Disciple Making
Participants will learn the key aspects of Jesus’ model and method of disciple making as revealed in the Gospels. Special attention is given to the centrality of the Gospel in disciple making and the seven steps necessary to transition any ministry into an intentional disciple making model.
The certificate is awarded upon the completion of these four courses:
- The Centrality of the Gospel in Disciple Making
- The Jesus Model of Disciple Making
- Creating a Culture of Disciple Making
- Implementing a Multiplying Lifestyle
Pastoral Leadership
Participants receive academic insights and practical wisdom that will maximize their leadership potential. The courses are designed to equip students to have greater confidence in the most difficult areas of pastoral leadership.
The certificate is awarded upon the completion of these four courses:
- Introduction to Preaching
- Pastoral Leadership
- Pastoral Counseling
- Church Administration
Cost: $699 for full certificate. (Includes enrollment in all required courses and a dedicated support staff.) If registering for individual courses, the cost is $199 per course.
RegisterWomen's Leadership
Participants learn the essentials of leadership foundations, spiritual formation, and leadership skills needed to serve effectively as God calls them in life, the marketplace, and the church.
The certificate is awarded upon the successful completion of these four courses:
- Introduction to Women's Leadership
- Foundations of Women's Leadership
- Women's Leadership Essentials
- Influencing Transformational Ministries
Cost: $699 for full certificate. (Includes enrollment in all required courses and dedicated support staff.) If registering for individual courses, the cost is $199 per course.
RegisterYouth and Children’s Ministry
More information on this new certificate is coming soon.
