Bethel Seminary of the East
Certificate in Theological Studies
The Certificate in Theological Studies at Bethel Seminary of the East is offered for those individuals who want more depth and background in biblical studies and theology to enhance their current ministries and occupations; for those individuals needing biblical and theological studies for missions and parachurch organizations; or for individuals seeking direction regarding their future vocations who want a limited course of study to guide them in making a decision about vocational Christian ministry. The 48-credit certificate requires the following courses comprising 20 credits:
| SP511 | Spiritual Formation I | 4 |
| BT501 | Hermeneutics | 4 |
| TL501 | Culture and Ministry | 4 |
| ML513 | Transformational Leadership | 4 |
Systematic Theology
Students will select 1 Systematic Theology course:
- TS507 Foundation
- TS508 Christ
- TL509 HolySpirit/Salvation
- TS510 Church/Eschatology
Students obtain the remaining 28 credits
in the certificate program by electing to take other courses in the
seminary’s curriculum, bringing the total to 48 credits required
for the awarding of the Certificate in Theological Studies.