Prepare for your ministry calling with Evangel’s Church Leadership Credentialing Certificate. This program is designed to equip you with foundational knowledge and skills in biblical interpretation, theological study, and pastoral ministry. This certificate program meets the educational requirements for ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God.
- 100% online and highly affordable.
- Can be completed in as little as 12 months.
- Earn 30 undergraduate credit hours that can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree.
- Endorsed by the General Council of the Assemblies of God.
Licensure Track:
- BIBLA 115 Old Testament Literature
- BIBLA 116 New Testament Literature
- BIBLA 3__ Bible Book Study Elective
- THEOA 216 Introduction to Theology
- SERVA 321 Homiletics and Church Ceremonies
- CHMNA 303 Pentecostal Leadership
- CHMNA 324 Church Polity & Law
- SERVA 310 Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
Ordination Track:
- BIBLA 37_ New Testament Book study (3 credit hours)
- CHMNA 411 Church Ministries Capstone
Ordination track credits may be granted through internships/professional experience. Please contact Evangel College of Online Learning Advising for more information.
Online courses are taught by Evangel’s highly qualified faculty, are 7 weeks in length, and offered in spring, summer, and fall.
Course elements will include:
- Textbook and Bible readings
- Discussion forums
- Quizzes
- Short essays
- Synchronous class and individual video calls
- Miscellanea of digital resources (videos, podcasts, audio files, interactive material).
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to engage with the Bible using study tools and sound hermeneutics.
- Development of effective teaching, preaching, and leadership skills.
- Understand church administration (polity, organization, finances, and legal issues).
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Cost
$300 per course, $2400 total program
Career Opportunities
The Church Leadership Credentialing Certificate meets the academic qualifications of the General Council of the Assemblies of God for certified, licensed, and ordained ministry.
