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STACKABLE
CERTIFICATES

NEBCS is pleased to offer a focused certificate program tailored for church and ministry leaders, but valuable for students from all backgrounds.

These certificates can be applied to other NEBCS degree programs, stacked toward an undergraduate or graduate degree, or used independently to enhance your ministry.

JUST 4 COURSES
TO COMPLETE YOUR CERTIFICATE

​Choose the area that best fits your ministry training needs or interests.

 

Each certificate consists of only 4 courses

and can be completed in as little as 1 year (depending on course availability). 

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CERTIFICATE COURSE PLANS

BIBLICAL STUDIES 

  • Old Testament Survey

  • New Testament Survey

  • Biblical Interpretation

  • The Pentateuch, or Gospel of John and Romans

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THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

  • Introduction to Theology

  • Biblical Theology

  • Church History

  • Biblical Interpretation

 

MINISTRY PRACTICE

  • Public Speaking, Preaching and Teaching

  • Life of the Leader

  • Pastoral Care and Ministry

  • Biblical Counseling

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APOLOGETICS

  • Introduction to Apologetics

  • Advanced Apologetics

  • Philosophy and Ethics

  • Biblical Interpretation

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SPIRITUAL FORMATION

  • Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

  • Ministry Assessment

  • Gospel of John and Romans

  • Soul Shepherding (Spiritual Disciplines)

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FLEXIBILITY â€‹

All courses required
for each certificate can be applied to other NEBCS degree programs, providing a seamless transition.

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SEAMLESS TRANSITION​

 

Certificates may be completed
in succession and “stacked” toward an undergraduate or graduate degree, offering a flexible educational pathway.

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IMMEDIATE IMPACT

Complete your certificate to advance towards a higher degree or use a single certificate to benefit your ministry immediately.

REQUIREMENTS

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following for admission:

  • ​Admissions application​.

  • Non-refundable application fee of $25.00​

  • Minimum of two references, one of which must be from the applicant’s pastor, the other(s) from an employer, teacher, or mentor.​

  • A high school diploma or equivalent (dual-enrollment courses may be applied to a certificate upon HS graduation).

  • Applicants may be asked to submit high school or college transcripts and/or test scores.​​

  • Applicants may be invited to interview prior to admission.

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Ready to take the next step in your journey towards spiritual enrichment?
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