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Certificate of Foundational Ministry

CFM   |   ADiv   |   BDiv  |   MAET  |   MATS  |   MDiv  |   ThM  |   ThD

Credit Hours:

The Certificate of Foundational Ministry (36 hours) is designed as an introduction to Biblical, Historical, Systematic, and Practical Theologies. For those wanting a base program for lay or vocational ministry without completing a formal degree, Emmaus’ CFM is tailored for you.

Program Requirements:

Biblical Theology:

—Old Testament I (OT 01) or Old Testament Theology (OT 03)

—Old Testament II (OT 02) or Old Testament Exegesis (OT 04)

—New Testament I (NT 01) or New Testament Theology (NT 03)

—New Testament II (NT 02) or New Testament Exegesis (NT 04)

—Hermeneutics (BT 01)


Historical Theology:

—The Church to the Reformation (CH 01)

—The Church from the Reformation (CH 02)


Systematic Theology:

—Theology I (TH 01)

—Theology II (TH 02)


Practical Theology:

—Christian Ethics (ET 01)

—Christian Missions (MS 01)

—Biblical Spirituality (PT 01)

Academic Level:

36 Credit Hours

Certificate

Program Tuition and Fees:

Tuition:


$100/Credit Hour


$300/Course


$3,600/Full Program



Fees:


$100/Semester Enrollment Fee*

*Covers all Communio Intensive meals, costs, and digital library access

Available Tuition Discounts & Scholarships

25–100% Tuition Discounts for all Partner Church-Endorsed Students.

 

Partial and Full Scholarships available based on need and social-location. 

Not sure what degree is right for you?

Email us to find a time to talk one-on-one with a faculty member to work through your options and find the best program for you and your calling. 

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