Certificates :: Andrews University

There are three Foundations of Christian Ministry certificates designed to provide a basic understanding of biblical, theological and pastoral principles. These certificates are intended for non-traditional students who do not have an undergraduate theology or religion degree. The stackable certificates fulfill many seminary pre-requisites.

OVERVIEW

Program Type: Certificate
Program Length: Each certificate is 16-18 credits
Course Format: Interactive online
Why at Andrews? Flexible. Faith-based. Online

Foundations of Christian Ministry Certificate 1

TOTAL CREDITS - 18

RELB 111 Introduction to the Old Testament
RELB 112 Introduction to the New Testament
RELB 210 Jesus in His Time and Ours
RELB 216 Law and Writings of the Old Testament
RELH 316 History of the Christian Church I
3 credits of RELP 240 Personal Witnessing

Foundations of Christian Ministry Certificate 2

TOTAL CREDITS - 17

RELB 274 Prophetic Writings of the Old Testament
RELB 440 Acts and Epistles
RELG 350 World Religions
RELP 330 Homiletics—Introduction to Preaching
RELT 325 Theology I
RELT 340 Religion and Ethics in Modern Society

Foundations of Christian Ministry Certificate 3

TOTAL CREDITS - 16

RELB 406 Advanced Studies in Daniel and Revelation
RELH 317 History of the Christian Church II
RELH 400 SDA History and Prophetic Heritage (4 Credits)
RELP 485 Pastoral Ministry
RELT 326 Theology II

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma
Three years of Adventist ministry experience
Completion of previous Ministry Certificate (for Certificates 2 and 3)

Learn more: Undergraduate Admission Policy

OUTCOMES

Students who complete this program should be able to:

Articulate a biblical worldview to interpret life, learning, and civic responsibility from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective.