Certificate of Graduate Studies in Church Leadership
The Certificate in Church Leadership, offered online, is a graduate-level certificate that provides an important look at essential areas of leadership, discipleship, administration, pastoral care and conflict resolution.
- Explore models of biblical discipleship to enhance your leadership in the church.
- Examine pastoral care processes and gain a broad understanding of how to provide effective pastoral counseling.
- Evaluate your lifestyle, disciplines, and skills to become a more effective ministry leader.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
This certificate may help you grow as an expert in your field and advance your calling as a lay minister, pastor or nonprofit team member.
DIV 500 Graduate Foundations for Divinity (2), as required upon admission, and SFRM 501 Spiritual Formation Foundations (3), plus 9 credit hours from the following list of Divinity courses:
2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
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Session A | Friday, August 9 | Monday, August 19 |
Session M | Friday, September 6 | Monday, September 16 |
Session B | Friday, October 11 | Monday, October 21 |
Session C | Wednesday, January 8 | Monday, January 13 |
Session T | Friday, January 31 | Monday, February 10 |
Session D | Friday, March 7 | Monday, March 17 |
Session E | Friday, May 2 | Monday, May 12 |
Session F | Friday, June 13 | Monday, June 23 |
Certificate programs are designed for those seeking professional development through continuing education for ministers and pastors. Students earn graduate credit that can be applied toward a ministry degree program if further study is desired. Certificate students wishing to earn an academic degree must apply separately to that degree program and meet full admission requirements. Acceptance into a certificate program does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.
Application Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Certificate of Graduate Studies | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Total Credits | Tuition Cost for Certificate |
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Biblical Languages | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Biblical Studies | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Christian Theology | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Church History | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Church Leadership | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Online Ministry | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Spiritual Formation | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Worship & Media | $530 | 12 | $6,360 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.