The certificate in Ministry Studies is designed to advance students’ knowledge in efforts to support additional credentialing needed to advance in a current career or change careers. The curriculum consists of 18 to 21 credit hours of undergraduate level work that can be completed in four semesters. The course of study includes college readiness, administration, leadership and ministry.
Program Requirements (18-21 hours)
CSE 105: College Study Skills (3)
REL 203: Formation in Ministry (3)
REL 204: Sermon Preparation (3)
REL 205: Church Administration (3)
REL 218: Christian Leadership (3)
REL 220: Worship and Liturgy (3)
REL 225: Methodist History and Doctrine (3)
Career Options
These are just a few of the careers you could start with a certificate in Ministry Studies!
Pastoral Ministry
Serve as a pastor or ministry leader, providing spiritual guidance, delivering sermons, and leading congregational activities.
Youth Ministry
Create programs and activities that engage and support young people in their faith development.
Mission Work
Coordinate or participate in outreach programs locally or internationally to spread faith and offer humanitarian aid.