The certificate provides a program of study for those who already hold a graduate, theological degree, to deepen their knowledge of previously competency, or to undertake systematic study of a new area. The candidate must have twelve graduate credits in the area in which the Certificate will be pursued. Students lacking the 12 credits may make them up through course work at the Institute prior to beginning the Certificate program. The application process for the certificate is te same as for the M.A. degree above. The essay may be omitted.
Students have five years to complete the certificate.
Specific requirements are listed below. Of the remaining 3 courses, one MUST be from the Testament not covered under 1. above. That is, a student who takes Synoptic Gospels as part of the Certificate must take one Old Testament course among the three elective courses. Those who take Pentateuch must take a New Testament course. Candidates who have already taken any or all of the required courses in their previous graduate studies may replace them with any other Scripture courses.