CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS

CAREY’S VISION IS TO EMPOWER FAITHFUL CHRISTIAN LEADERS FOR EVERY GENERATION, CULTURE, AND COMMUNITY.

CAREY believes that our educational mission is to equip individuals with the the knowledge and skills to live more intentionally, thoughtfully and faithfully in the church and the world. Our goal is to help our student engage their culture and circles as thoughtful Christians, to be lifelong learners and to be effective workers in their local churches and communities.

Program Overview - Cert/Dipl in Ministry

CAREY CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA PROGRAM

CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA IN
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

EMPOWERING FAITHFUL CHRISTIAN LEADERS for every generation, culture, and community.

The Certificate and Diploma in Christian Ministry programs are designed to equip people for ministry in a variety of environments, with a particular focus on the local church. They are suitable for those seeking personal growth, spiritual formation and a more mature understanding of theology. The programs develop a measure of professional competence, stimulate growth in biblical and theolog

PROGRAM SNAPSHOT

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Carey Academic Staff

Academic Qualifications

A RECOGNIZED BACHELOR’S DEGREE OR GRADE 12/HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION WITH A MINIMUM OF A B- AVERAGE IN UNDERGRAD STUDIES

Suitable Candidates

INDIVIDUALS SEEKING PERSONAL GROWTH, SPIRITUAL FORMATION AND A MORE MATURE UNDERSTANDING OF THEOLOGY.

TOTAL CREDITS

*24 CREDITS WITHOUT SYNTHESIS COURSES

CERTIFICATE TUITION

$7899

PER CREDIT

DIPLOMA TUITION

$9876

PER CREDIT

PART-TIME STUDY DURATION

YEARS

MACM Streams of Specialization

1

Preaching

The goal of this specialization is to further equip and empower preachers to preach the good news with greater insight into the task of preaching and with greater understanding of the news preachers preach.

2

SPIRITUAL FORMATION (THROUGH THE PARTICIPATION OF THE CSF)

The Centre for Spiritual Formation (CSF) exists to cultivate a deeper, more intimate relationship with Christ within the lives of its participants. The program provides a variety of learning experiences that involves instruction and reflection, thoughtful practice and spiritual companionship, service and prayer.

3

BIBLE STUDY AND TEACHING

The Bible Study and Teaching specialization is designed to help Christian leaders and pastors to go deeper in their understanding of God’s word and equip them with the tools to teach the Bible to others.

4

NORTH AMERICAN CHINESE CHURCH MINISTRIES (NACCM)

The North American Chinese Church Ministries (NACCM) specialization is designed to provide contextualized training for leadership in trilingual (Mandarin, Cantonese and English) and bicultural (Chinese and Western) North American Chinese Church communities, helping students to learn, reflect, dialogue, and integrate the universal Christian tradition within the North American Chinese church context, in order to take up roles as second and third- generation leaders and to meet the particular challenges and opportunities in the modern Chinese church.

5

CAMPUS/COLLEGE STUDENT MINISTRIES

Through partnership with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Carey has developed a Diploma program in Campus/College Student Ministries, providing training and resources to enrich ministry in a campus environment or among young adults in the local church. Courses in this area may be taken as electives in Carey’s Masters Programs to form a specialization in Campus and/or College Student Ministries.

PROGRAM FEATURES

The Certificate and Diploma in Ministry programs are designed to equip you for ministry in a variety of environments, with a particular focus on the local church.

The CMin and DipMin programs offer personal growth, spiritual formation and a more mature understanding of Theology.

These programs develop a measure of professional competence, lay solid biblical and theological foundations for ministry, and challenge you to renewal in your personal life of faith.

CMIN Certificate in Ministry - 36 Undergraduate Credits

DipMIN Diploma in Ministry - 36 Graduate Credits

*24 credits without synthesis courses.

PROFESSIONAL

Your professional development matters as you study. Our faculty take special care in designing high quality courses which strengthen your professional skills as part of the learning process.

GLOBAL

Through our innovative course design, you will be able to engage with other MPM students from all over the world, as well as with our faculty and peers, to gain unique perspectives as you complete your coursework.

COLLABORATIVE

We encourage collaborative learning with other Christian leaders who will challenge you to a greater level of excellence while fostering lifelong friendships in ministry.

MINISTRY-BASED

We believe that you'll learn best when grounded within the context of a ministry setting. Not only will you personally benefit but your co-workers, family and friends will also share in the fruit of applying your MPM studies in the real world.

CUSTOMIZED

Our growing roster of excellent adjunct faculty bring world-class experience to your studies. Through customizable program streams, you will be able to create meaningful learning opportunities with the support of engaged supervisors.

“Carey has constantly exceeded my expectations with the quality of courses, professors and flexibility of the programs.”

David Ohori, First Baptist Church Prince George

“In Carey school you will find your life with Christ so close. The campus and friends around you are so deep in their faith.”

Gibril Koroma, Winnipeg campus

CMIN/DipMIN COURSE REQUIREMENTS
(TOTAL: 36 CREDITS)

FOUNDATION COURSES (18 CREDITS)

MLOS - Graduate Studies Orientation (Mandatory) - 0 CREDIT
COR510 - Intro to Old Testament 1 - 3 CREDITS
COR511 - Intro to Old Testament 2 - 3 CREDITS
COR520 - Intro to New Testament 1 - 3 CREDITS
COR521 - Intro to New Testament 2 - 3 CREDITS
COR530 - Intro to Christian Thought 1 - 3 CREDITS
COR531 - Intro to Christian Thought 2 - 3 CREDITS

FOCUS COURSES (12 CREDITS)

12 Credits in Total - Choose one from each category;

Proclamation
Evangelism & Mission
Pastoral Care
Leadership & Administration

SPECIALIZATION COURSES (6 CREDITS)

6 Credits in Total - your choice of three free elective courses up to a total of 6 credits

Synthesis Courses (12 Credits)

*AVAILABLE FOR CBWC MINISTERIAL CANDIDATES ONLY (OR BY PERMISSION)

CAPS700 - Capstone - 9 CREDITS
One free elective course- 3 CREDITS

SUGGESTED STUDY PLAN
(36 Credits)

2 YEARS
3 YEARS

	FALL	WINTER	SPRING	SUMMER
YEAR 1	COR 510 Intro to OT I	COR 511 Intro to OT II	COR 521 Intro to NT II	Free Elective
	MLOS 500 Student Orientation
YEAR 2	COR 530 Intro to Christian Thought I	COR 520 Intro to NT I	COR 531 Intro to Christian Thought II	Free Elective

	FALL	WINTER	SPRING
YEAR 1	COR 510 Intro to OT I	COR 511 Intro to OT II	COR 521 Intro to NT II
	MLOS 500 Student Orientation
YEAR 2	COR 530 Intro to Christian Thought I	COR 520 Intro to NT I	COR 531 Intro to Christian Thought II
YEAR 3	Free Elective	Free Elective

Note: We encourage you to carefully review our most up to date Academic Catalogue for further information. In cases where the the Academic Catalogue conflicts with any other information presented, including Carey’s website, printed material, staff and faculty communication (whether written or oral) etc., the Academic Catalogue valid at that time shall be deemed correct.

CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA OF CHRISTIAN STUDIES ADMISSION PROCESS

1.CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

2.Submit an Application

3.Approval Process

For more detailed information, please refer to the Academic Catalogue

DMIN ADMISSION PROCESS

1.CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

1. A Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree or its equivalent (72 graduate level credits) from an institution accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (or equivalent), with a minimum of B+ average (3.3 GPA).

2. A minimum of three years in active professional ministry after graduation, as well as being currently engaged in a ministry setting.

3. Basic computer and Internet skills.

2.Submit an Application

A completed application may be submitted online [THIS SHOULD BE HYPERLINKED TO ONLINE APPLICATION PAGE].

You will require the following support documents [THIS SHOULD BE HYPERLINKED TO PDF].

[ALL OF THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE PUT INTO A PDF AND LINKED ABOVE:]

1. Verification of church affiliation.

2. Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended.

3. A letter of endorsement in support of enrollment in the Doctor of Ministry program from the congregation or employing agency, indicating support for DMin studies, financial assistance (if any), and clearance of sufficient time to undertake doctoral studies.

4. A current curriculum vitae (C.V).

5. A written statement of 1,000 words detailing: (1) Ministry experience and view of ministry; (2) Reasons for pursuing DMin education; (3) Goals for the program and vision for the future of your ministry; (4) Proposed area of interest for ministry project and key ministry questions.

6. Three letters of reference, one each from:

a. Academic reference: Person competent to address the applicant’s academic abilities to undertake doctoral studies.

b. Character Reference: Colleague in ministry to address character, giftedness and professional suitability for the program supervisor.

c. [QUALIFIER NEEDED] Reference: Reference from your ministry supervisor or denominational official.

*Each letter of reference should detail the degree of effectiveness in current professional ministry or study - in ability to do analytical work, and promise of professional growth. Referees must have known the applicant for over one year and should not be related to the applicant.

7. A sample academic paper or other formal written piece that demonstrates your ability to write at the doctoral level—building a cogent argument, communicating effectively, formatting appropriately, etc.

8. Application Fee. [THIS AMOUNT SHOULD BE INPUT HERE]

3.Approval Process

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UPCOMING COURSE
SPRING 2018

Oct
14
2020

WINTER 2021 WITH LES BIGGS

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CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS

CAREY’S VISION IS TO EMPOWER FAITHFUL CHRISTIAN LEADERS FOR EVERY GENERATION, CULTURE, AND COMMUNITY.

CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

EMPOWERING FAITHFUL CHRISTIAN LEADERS for every generation, culture, and community.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Academic Qualifications

Suitable Candidates

TOTAL CREDITS

CERTIFICATE TUITION

DIPLOMA TUITION

PART-TIME STUDY DURATION

1

Preaching

2

SPIRITUAL FORMATION (THROUGH THE PARTICIPATION OF THE CSF)

3

BIBLE STUDY AND TEACHING

4

NORTH AMERICAN CHINESE CHURCH MINISTRIES (NACCM)

5

CAMPUS/COLLEGE STUDENT MINISTRIES

PROFESSIONAL

GLOBAL

COLLABORATIVE

MINISTRY-BASED

CUSTOMIZED

“Carey has constantly exceeded my expectations with the quality of courses, professors and flexibility of the programs.”

David Ohori, First Baptist Church Prince George

“In Carey school you will find your life with Christ so close. The campus and friends around you are so deep in their faith.”

Gibril Koroma, Winnipeg campus

FOUNDATION COURSES (18 CREDITS)

FOCUS COURSES (12 CREDITS)

SPECIALIZATION COURSES (6 CREDITS)

Synthesis Courses (12 Credits)

1.CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

2.Submit an Application

3.Approval Process

1.CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

2.Submit an Application

3.Approval Process

UPCOMING COURSE SPRING 2018

CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA IN
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

UPCOMING COURSE
SPRING 2018