Certificate of Theological Studies (C.T.S.)

student in libraryThe C.T.S. is not denomination-specific; it is a master's level certificate program offered by United that can be completed in one year of full-time study.

The standards for admission are the same as for masters degrees.

The goals of the C.T.S. are to:

  • Provide in-depth biblical/theological study
  • Guide students to examine and integrate the meaning of personal faith
  • Help students discern vocational call
  • Aid students to envision diverse and dynamic ministries for the rapidly changing world

Certificate Requirements

The C.T.S. requires 24 semester hours to be completed in a maximum of three years of full-time or part-time study.

Courses must be distributed as follows:

Biblical Studies (3 semester hours)

Historical Studies (3 semester hours)

Theological Studies (3 semester hours)

Electives (15 semester hours)

The C.T.S. program may satisfy some of the requirements for certain certification programs of The United Methodist Church as approved by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, Section of Deacons and Diaconal Ministries.