Certificate in Ministry Leadership Application
Application for Admission
Thank you for your interest in The Biblical Studies Center's Certificate in Ministry Leadership.
This certificate is designed for men and women who desire to grow as Christian leaders.
Because the program emphasizes discussion, accountability, and personal growth, admission is limited to 12 participants per class.
Program Commitment
Please apply only if you are prepared to commit to:
Two semesters (30 weeks total)
Weekly class participation
Practical assignments
A ministry practicum (first semester)
A 45-hour ministry internship (second semester)
Active participation in class discussions
Applicants are selected based on their readiness, desire to learn, and a commitment to completing the program.
Please fill out the application below, or scroll to the bottom for a PDF version.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Most people don't become effective leaders by accident. They grow through intentional learning, practical experience, and wise mentoring. The Biblical Studies Center's Certificate in Ministry Leadership provides exactly that.
Over two semesters, you'll build a biblical foundation for leadership while developing the practical skills needed to lead ministries, teams, and organizations with confidence and integrity. You'll learn how to:
Discover how God wired you for leadership.
Turn God-given vision into practical action.
Plan, organize, and execute with confidence.
Make better decisions—even when the answers aren't obvious.
Solve the real problem instead of chasing symptoms.
Build teams that trust one another and work together.
Handle difficult conversations and resolve conflict with wisdom.
Lead people—not just projects—with humility, confidence, and biblical conviction.
Whether God has called you to nonprofit work, pastoral ministry, church leadership, missions, or simply greater influence where you already serve, this certificate equips you with practical leadership skills rooted in biblical principles – and they’re skills you can begin using immediately.