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Master's College and Seminary

Programme Detail: Ministerial Diploma - Online

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Ministerial Diploma - Online
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description The “original??? preparation for pastoring a local congregation. Meets the educational requirements for licensed minister credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC).
Keywords diploma, biblical theology, pastor, licensed minister, credentials
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International); English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available International (e.g. distance learning) / All international; Canada / Ontario
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Ethics; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; Personal Life and Holiness / Introduction to the Christian Faith; Personal Life and Holiness / Personal and Family Holiness; Personal Life and Holiness / Integrating Faith, Life and Work; Personal Life and Holiness / Fellowship and Interpersonal Skills; Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics; Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History; Mission and Evangelism / Short-Term Mission
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Part-time
Level Diploma
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost CDN$756/course
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 3 years full-time
Average hours of study per week 15
Methods of instruction This is the traditional three-year program of ministerial preparation offered by the College since its founding. Studies in Bible and theology, and overview courses in practical Christian education, missions, homiletics and evangelism will prepare you for general pastoral ministry. This program meets the educational requirements for licensed minister credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC). Highlights of the Ministerial Diploma Experience the innovative educational approach of the FIRST YEAR program in your foundational year. Add two additional years of theology, Bible and practical ministry courses. Select up to four electives according to your interests. Practice your ministry skills with guidance from a pastor/mentor in an eight-week summer internship between your second and third years. Get connected with local Pentecostal pastors, leaders from our districts, and our excellent faculty. Graduate with the educational requirements you need to qualify for licensed ministerial credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC).
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.)
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork).
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
Prerequisite Programmes High School Diploma
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained Ministerial Diploma
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies