蘑菇TV’s Graduate Certificates in Theology offer a flexible pathway into advanced biblical and ministry studies. These certificate programs deliver graduate-level instructions from respected faculty while allowing students to focus on a specific area of theological training. Ideal for church leaders, educators, and lifelong learners, the certificates may stand alone for personal enrichment or serve as a foundation for future graduate degree work.
Graduate Studies:
College of Biblical Studies
Director of Graduate Theology:
Dr. Richard A. Brumback
Ph.D.
Program Coordinator:
Dr. Richard A. Brumback
蘑菇TV’s Graduate School of Theology offers graduate certificates that combine rigorous biblical scholarship with practical application. These flexible, online certificate programs allow church leaders and Bible teachers to gain advanced theological training from experienced faculty without the time commitment of a full graduate degree. Each certificate is designed to strengthen biblical understanding, ministry effectiveness, and lifelong learning.
蘑菇TV’s Graduate Certificates in Theology are distinct in their serious commitment to Scripture as the foundation of academic study and ministry practice. Unlike many programs that emphasize theory alone, these certificates combine rigorous biblical scholarship with faithful application, taught by faculty who are both respected scholars and active servants of the church. Offered at an accessible cost and in a flexible online format, these programs make advanced theological education attainable without compromising academic or theological integrity.
Each certificate is structured around a focused set of graduate-level courses that provide depth, clarity, and practical application in the selected field of study.
Program Requirements
| Required Courses | 18 | |
| BIB 535 | Family Ministry | 3 |
| BIB 536 | Pastoral Counseling | 3 |
| BIB 545 | Spiritual Leadership | 3 |
| COU 505 | Life-Cycle Development OR | 3 |
| COU 535 | Ethical Issues in Counseling OR | 3 |
| COU 560 | Counseling Diverse Populations | 3 |
| COU 565 | Addictions Counseling OR | 3 |
| COU 570 | Crisis Counseling OR | 3 |
| COU 599D | Premarital Counseling | 3 |
| COU 599E | Grief Counseling | (3) |
Program Requirements
| Required Courses | 12 | |
| BIB 537 | Old Testament Theology | 3 |
| Choose three of the following courses: | 3 | |
| BIB 508 | Intertestamental Period | 3 |
| BIB 509 | Prophets I: Pre-Exilic | 3 |
| BIB 510 | Prophets II: Post-Exilic | 3 |
| BIB 511 | Seminar in Genesis | 3 |
| BIB 512 | Old Testament Wisdom Literature | 3 |
| BIB514 | Seminar in Job | 3 |
Program Requirements
| Required Courses | 12 | |
| BIB 527 | New Testament Theology | 3 |
| Choose three of the following courses: | 3 | |
| BIB 515 | The Synoptic Gospels | 3 |
| BIB 516 | Seminar in the Gospel of John | 3 |
| BIB 517 | I, II Thessalonians and Philippians | 3 |
| BIB 518 | I, II Peter and Jude | 3 |
| BIB 519 | The Corinthian Correspondence | 3 |
| BIB 521 | Romans | 3 |
| BIB 522 | Seminar in Acts | 3 |
| BIB 523 | Hebrews | 3 |
| BIB 528 | New Testament World | 3 |
See the director for a pattern of course offerings for the year.
| 聽Next Start Dates: | June 1
(Apply by May 18) |
To be considered for admission, please submit the following:
These certificates are designed for church leaders, ministers, Bible class teachers, and individuals seeking graduate-level theological training without pursuing a full degree. They are also appropriate for those discerning whether future graduate study in theology is right for them.
Yes. All courses are offered online, allowing students to complete coursework while continuing in their current ministry, profession, or personal responsibilities. The structure is designed to support disciplined study without requiring relocation or time away from service.
In many cases, certificate coursework may be applied toward a related graduate degree at 蘑菇TV, advisor approval. This allows students to begin graduate-level study with confidence and flexibility.
蘑菇TV’s Graduate School of Theology offers certificates that are intentionally Scripture-centered, academically rigorous, and taught by faculty deeply committed to the authority of the biblical text. These programs provide high-quality theological education at an accessible cost, without sacrificing academic or doctrinal integrity.
