In this course, participants will learn the essential theological and doctrinal truths of the Gospel. The course will also seek Biblical answers to the question, “What is a Gospel-centered Disciple?” Love God, Love people, Make disciples.

In this course participants will learn the key aspects of Jesus’ model and method of disciple making as revealed in the Gospels. The ministry of Jesus Christ clearly reveals an intentional plan to make disciples who make disciples.

It is advantageous to register for the full certificate instead of registering for individual classes. Full certificate registration gives you a significant discount on the program.

This course is designed to introduce the worship leader to a working knowledge of the fundamentals of music. Attention will be given to note reading, scales and key signatures, chord structure, chord symbols and charts, basic rhythms, and standard harmonic progressions. Basic analytical techniques are also explored to support arranging for the worship context.

This course explores the practical leadership of music for worship in various ministry contexts, with attention given to the worship choir and band-led setting. Aims to develop the functional skill set required to lead the church’s song and its musicians effectively through focus on rehearsal techniques, arranging, and basic conducting.

This certificate is for those who want to grow in the musical dimension of worship leadership. Students can expect to refresh their skills by studying music theory basics, how to navigate worship choir and band-driven contexts for rehearsing and arranging, knowing “just enough to be dangerous” with live sound and AVL production, and examining best practices for administering your music ministry. If you are looking to anchor your existing musicianship within the scholarly-clarified frameworks of formal music education, this is the certificate for you. It is advantageous to register for the full certificate instead of registering for individual classes. Full certificate registration gives you a significant discount on the program.

One of the major functions of the pastor involves giving counsel to the congregation. This course examines the various issues of counseling and various types of counseling. Participants will deepen their confidence in crisis, marital and family counseling. Practical instruction will be given to general counseling techniques.

Administration is one of the greatest challenges of pastors and church staff. It requires the knowledge of key facets of ministry, coupled with wisdom, foresight and the ability to deal with critical issues set in a primarily volunteer setting. In this class, participants will study administrative principles and practices of the local church. This course examines staff, finances, buildings, and other areas of administration that are key to effective leadership.

It is advantageous to register for the full certificate instead of registering for individual classes. Full certificate registration gives you a significant discount on the program and automatically registers you for the four courses.

In this course, participants will learn the latest trends in women’s missions and ministry and how spiritual formation transforms a leader. Participants will consider the question, “How do I sense God’s call to serve for His purposes today?”

In this course, participants will survey the biblical and theological foundations of leadership. Attention will be given to the history of missions including the rich heritage of women leaders who have led by spreading the gospel, working for justice, using their talents, and overcoming obstacles.

It is advantageous to register for the full certificate instead of registering for individual classes. Full certificate registration gives you a significant discount on the program.

This course provides an overview of basic principles and skills for worship planning and leadership including: administrative and musical competencies, and enlisting, rehearsing, and preparing service musicians and leaders for a worship gathering

This course presents musical, biblical, and philosophical principles that inform the design of public Christian worship including: theologically perceptive worship planning/leading, and guided experience in multiple models of worship design.

It is advantageous to register for the full certificate instead of registering for individual classes. Full certificate registration gives you a significant discount on the program.