Graduate Certificate in Ministry Education

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Further Your Calling With a Ministry Education Certificate

Has God called upon you to serve in a church or ministerial context? Prepare to pursue your mission in life with the Graduate Certificate in Ministry Education at Grand Canyon University (GCU). Offered by the College of Theology, this Certificate in Ministry Education has the ability to empower you to guide meaningful discussions of biblical principles, biblical interpretation, Christian character and ethics and fundamental doctrines of the faith

This certificate program surveys the foundational knowledge and skills required for faithful ministry, sound hermeneutics and theological reflection. Examine the principles of ethical conduct within the ministry while cultivating your own personal love of Christ.

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Why GCU

Earn Your Ministry Certificate With GCU

GCU is a university that provides the benefit of attending your program in the evening or online. With our flexible online learning path, you can complete your graduate certificate from anywhere in the world while continuing to meet your professional responsibilities and balancing family time with studying. GCU’s online platform can enable you to engage in lively discussions with fellow students and instructors. 

This certificate requires 18 credits for completion. In the course Christian Character Formation, students are required to complete 45 hours of supervised ministry work. Most online ministry certificate classes are eight weeks in length.


This Course Is Offered Online

Coursework

Ministry Education Course Topics

GCU seeks to graduate ministerial students who are sharp analytical thinkers, active listeners and effective speakers. Use your in-depth knowledge of biblical hermeneutics in various ministerial contexts, including preaching, teaching, interpersonal communication and small group discussions. You will be taught to implement the practical procedures for the exegesis of Scripture and work to understand the biblical foundations of Christian ethics, self-care, morality and character formation. 

Other core competencies for this ministry certificate of study include:

Biblical Foundations

The biblical and theological foundations of Christian ethics and the analysis of the roles and responsibilities of gospel ministry

Biblical Interpretation

The principles of evangelical biblical interpretation, exegesis and application within the context of the ministry

Biblical Language Tools

The use of biblical language tools

Biblical Truths

Biblical truths, virtues and habits that contribute to the process of discipleship

Historical Development

The historical development and theological formulation of the Christian doctrines of revelation, God, creation, humanity and sin

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Program Details

Through an in-depth study of interpretive principles for rightly handling the Old and New Testaments, you will examine theological truths, moral and spiritual formation and the wise application of doctrine and ethics within the context of ministry. The development formulation historical context of core doctrines and beliefs are examined along with the application of theological principles. In addition to biblical and theological foundations, you will be taught to move from Christian values to practiced virtues that are vital to the discipleship process.

Careers

Ministry Education Career Possibilities

Obtaining a graduate ministry education certificate is a way to nurture your own personal devotion to God. It can also provide the foundation to pursue a career helping others seek guidance and wisdom from the word of God. 

Some of the roles you might pursue may include the following:

Religious activities and education director

Postsecondary philosophy and religion teacher

FAQ

Graduate Certificate in Ministry Education FAQs

If earning your certificate in ministry education sounds like the next best step for you, read through some frequently asked questions to learn more about the process. 

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