| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Certificate of Theological Studies |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
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| Description | The Certificate of Theological Studies is a 30 credit hour program for persons not seeking employment in professional ministry. The certificate offers the student a working understanding of the Christian faith and its integration into the world. General Goals of Theological Education • Individuals understand theology from a biblical, historical, and systematic perspective such that they effectively communicate the meaning and relevance of the biblical story line. • Individuals reflect biblically and theologically on cultural, moral, ethical, and ministry practice issues. • Individuals are consistently engaged in spiritual formation on both personal and communal levels. • Individuals exhibit a commitment to serving in leadership and care positions in church or parachurch organizations. • Individuals exhibit a missional commitment, engaging the workplace, neighbourhoods, and social structures in ways that create a redemptive presence and invite others to faith in Christ. |
| Keywords | Bible Theology Seminary |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | Canada / Ontario |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Theology |
| Residential/Non Residential | Non Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Certificate |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | $285 per credit hour |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 1 year |
| Average hours of study per week | 40 |
| Methods of instruction | lectures, reading |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | 100 |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | 0 |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | 0 |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
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| Programme Accredited by | Other Accreditation (see below) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | Association of Theological Schools |