Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry
The Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry is designed to equip you to boldly and faithfully shepherd God’s people. Grounded in Scripture with an emphasis on practical scholarship, this graduate-level certificate will train you to lead, teach, and serve the local church with clarity, confidence, and conviction.
Whether you’re serving in ministry, the marketplace, or simply looking to strengthen your foundation for pastoral leadership, this certificate provides a solid foundation in evangelism, church administration, and the work of ministry.
Why Choose Luther Rice?
- 100% Online - Study right where you are while maintaining your current ministry or professional work.
- Efficient & Transferable - Complete 3 for-credit courses (9 credit hours), which can be applied toward a master’s degree at Luther Rice in the future. Time to completion: The certificate can be completed in 1-3 semesters.
- Accessible - Gain a transformative online education grounded in a biblical worldview.
Certificate Program Courses
Course selections for the Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry are the following:
| Course Title | |
| EV 7401 - Personal and Church Evangelism | |
| CM 7402 - The Work of Ministry | |
| CM 7406 - Church Administration |
Program Costs
Each course is 3 credit hours and the costs for the Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry are below:
- Tuition per credit hour: $397
- Technology Fee per course: $195
- Total cost of a course: $1,386
Total Cost of a Graduate Certificate: $4,158
Certificate programs are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid.
If you are hesitant to return to graduate-level education because of time or financial concerns, this 3-course (9 credit hr) certificate provides a focused, accessible pathway into pastoral ministry preparation. All coursework completed may be applied toward select master’s degree programs at Luther Rice. (Contact the Office of Admissions for details on transferability.)
Prior credit-bearing work completed at Luther Rice and/or other institutions cannot be transferred into the Graduate Certificate Program.
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