Certificate in Christian Ministry

Program Description

The Certificate in Christian Ministry at Knox Theological Seminary is a program specifically designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing theological training without the commitment to a master’s program. The program is well suited for lay leaders in the church, missionaries who require a year of formal theological training, or individuals desiring to both broaden and deepen their understanding in the Christian faith. The 24-hour program is designed with flexibility in mind. Certificate students may take courses as desired in any department of the school. To receive maximum benefit, the following course track is recommended below.

 

Admission to Program

Application to the Certificate program at Knox is open to students who have completed a high school diploma or beyond. Interested students should contact us using our online inquiry form. The admission requirements include a completed application, application fee, transcripts from all previous institutions attended, personal testimony, and a pastoral reference.

 

PROGRAM SEQUENCE

TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS24 Hours

 

Serving the Church by Interpreting and Applying Scripture 12 Hours / Credits:

OUTCOME: To Interpret, Appreciate, and Work with the English Bible

• NT 502 New Testament 1 — Gospel to Acts3
• NT 504 New Testament 2 — Epistles and Revelation3
• OT 602 Old Testament 1 — Genesis to 2 Samuel3
• OT 604 Old Testament 2 – 2 Samuel to Malachi3

 

Serving the Church by Interpreting the Faith 9 Hours / Credits:

OUTCOME: To Think Theologically

• ST 506 Systematic Theology 1 — God and Creation3
• ST 702 Systematic Theology 2 — Christ and the Church3
• ST 704 Systematic Theology 3 — Salvation and Eschatology3

 

Serving the Church in the Community 3 Hours / Credits:

GENERAL ELECTIVES: Students may select any courses with the following prefixes:

AT | CC | CH | NT | OT | ST