Grow in spiritual depth, biblical knowledge, and practical skills to serve God more effectively.
Attending the Renew conference was a great opportunity to take the a step in your journey of faith. We’d like to help you take another. HST offers master’s degrees in Bible, ministry, and theology. Our degrees are available on campus or online, and you may study full or part time.
But not everyone needs a degree to reach their calling. The Certificate in Spiritual Leadership is a powerful resource for church leaders, Bible class teachers, and other church members who want to grow in their faith and in their service.
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The certificate is 21 graduate hours (seven courses) of select courses in Bible, theology, and ministry. Each course is taken for credit, so a student wishing to continue beyond this certificate for a degree will keep credits for classes in which they have received a passing grade.The courses are available in distance education format, which includes our LIVE online format and one-week intensive courses.
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I am happy that you are considering graduate studies at HST! I believe we can help you become better equipped for kingdom service. As you work through the application and admission process, know that the admissions staff and I are here to take this journey with you. Please email me or call 901-432-7750 with any questions or just to say, “Hello!”
– Dr. Matt Carter, Director of Admissions
Certificate Program Outline:
21 hours
I. Core
Biblical Studies:
Take any English language Bible class
Spiritual Leadership:
BMIS 5901 – Spiritual Leadership
Congregational Ministry:
BMIN 5877 – Spiritual and Theological Formation
Counseling Skills:
BMIN 5730 – Counseling Skills
Systematic Theology:
BDOC 5400 – Systematic Theology
II. Electives
Choose Two
BDOC 5550 – Ethics and Character Formation
BMIN 5873 – Congregational Leadership
BMIN 5875 – Ministry Roles and Relationships
COUN 6450 – Multicultural Counseling
BMIN 5883 – Managing Conflict in Ministry
BMIN 5990 – Advanced Theological Research (not offered online)
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