Certificate in Christian Studies

Earn a Certificate in Christian Studies

If you are interested taking Seminary courses, but are unsure of which degree is right for you, or whether you鈥檙e ready to commit to a full聽, a certificate in Christian studies could be the right fit for you. You鈥檒l have flexibility to choose courses that match your passions and goals, and continue your studies if you desire to do so.

With options for both semester-long or intensive courses, offered in-person or online, the certificate in Christian Studies is an affordable, flexible option for you to learn from expert faculty and deepen your knowledge and faith practice.

Requirements

8 semester hours
Full program requirements

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Dr. Hauna Ondrey

Dr. Hauna Ondrey teaches church history at North Park and believes she鈥檚 landed in just the right place. As a graduate of 萝莉社 and North Park Theological Seminary, Dr. Hauna Ondrey knows the campus as a student and instructor.

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Practical Preparation

Complete a basic orientation in Christian thought, spirituality, and practice at the graduate level with a certificate in Christian studies. You鈥檒l gain a theological foundation and a deeper understanding of Christian life and vocation in the tradition of the Evangelical Covenant Church, preparing you for a variety of potential ministry options.

Course Schedule

The courses in this eight-credit certificate apply to any full master鈥檚 degree at North Park Theological Seminary.

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Education encompasses everything from study of the Bible, theology, history, and ministry to mastery of the tools and understanding vocational and lay ministers need to be competent across cultural, economic, geographic, and gender boundaries.

Our Admissions Office will be glad to work with you personally to complete your application, arrange a campus visit, and estimate your costs. If you think the Seminary might be right for you, we urge you to get in touch. We will be glad to help you every step of the way.

North Park Theological Seminary offers 4 traditional degrees, 6 dual-degree combinations with Business and Nonprofit Management, and 8 graduate certificate programs. We interweave theology, bible, ministry, spiritual formation, and diversity courses into each degree.

Field Education is a companion to classroom work at North Park Theological Seminary, that helps develop: Practical individual preparation for ministry Interpersonal and communication skills in a ministry context.

At North Park Theological Seminary, we prepare you to answer your call to ministry through our academic curriculum and the spiritual and practical formation that comes with participating in the community here.

North Park Theological Seminary offers academic and formational events throughout the year, providing students with access to prominent scholarship, relevant conversations, and a full community experience.