Faith And Life Certificate
Faith and Life Certificate
The Faith and Life Certificate is a six-course program designed to provide instruction in basic Christian theological understandings and practice. This program is best suited for Christians seeking to be thoroughly equipped to carry out their call to ministry within their Christian lives. It can be used as ministry preparation for short term missionaries or anyone who wants to be better equipped in the basic teachings of the Bible and Christian theology.
Program Overview
Zero Student Debt
Our goal is for every student to graduate with no debt. Our donor-sponsored financial assistance makes that possible.
Total: $0.00
Tuition
$400 per Credit Hour
*Tuition cost is subject to change. Additional costs may apply.
Total: $7,200
Requirements
6 courses in the areas of biblical theology, historical and systematic theology, and pastoral theology.
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Total: 18 Credits
Expected Timeline
Full-time students can finish this degree in 1 year taking 3 courses a semester.
Total: 1 Year
*Additional costs may apply. (Application fee, books, costs associated with researching and producing the independent projects or the final project or thesis, etc.) are also the responsibility of the participant.
Course of Study
This program lays a foundation of the Bible and Lutheran theology for lay people who wish to know more about the teachings of historical Lutheranism.
| Course Requirements | Credit Hours |
| BT 221: Principles of Biblical Interpretation | 3 Credits |
| BT 311: Old Testament Theology and History | 3 Credits |
| BT 321: New Testament Theology and History | 3 Credits |
| PTE 241: Christian Apologetics | 3 Credits |
| HST 321: Luther and His Catechisms | 3 Credits |
| PT 411: Lutheran Worship | 3 Credits |
| Total | 18 Credits |
*All work must be in the student’s field of study.
After completing this program, students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of Scripture and theology, including exegetical skills and tools to discern God’s Word as law and gospel.
- Completion of the online application.
- Non-Refundable Application Fee
- Copy of an official photo identification.
