Christian Discipleship Certificate

Certificate Description

The Christian Discipleship Certificate prepares Christians to better connect with God, self, and others, through a deeper understanding of biblical foundations, applied to their vocational calling and specific ministries. The certificate requires academic study and service learning in an internship ministry experience, with a portfolio as evidence of completing all certificate outcomes.

This certificate will count towards an associate degree in Christian Discipleship.

Certificate Requirements: 17-18

The classes listed below are available on-campus and online. Online classes are listed in the course schedule with a “V” following the course number.

• RELB 210 - Jesus in His Time and Ours Credits: 3

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• Choose one course from each of the following sets:

• RELB 111 - Introduction to the Old Testament Credits: 3
• RELB 112 - Introduction to the New Testament Credits: 3

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• RELT 250 - Personal Spirituality and Faith Credits: 3
• RELB 230 - Biblical Prayers Credits: 3

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• RELT 100 - God and Human Life Credits: 3
• RELT 225 - Doctrines of the Adventist Faith Credits: 3

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• RELG 110 - Global Adventism and Cross-Cultural Service Credits: 3
• RELG 225 - Introduction to Missions Credits: 3
• RELP 325 - Preparation for Mission Service Credits: 2

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• RELP 240 - Personal Witnessing Credits: 2–3
• RELP 350 - Evangelism Credits: 3

Additional Requirements

Program Objectives

At the end of the program the students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the spiritual development needs of different groups
2. Appreciate biblical themes and key concepts foundational to being a disciple and to disciple others by applying the principles of biblical discipleship to the student’s own faith journey
3. Document experiences in a ministry of discipling where the academic training is applied to practical service