Certificate Program

Grow Stronger in Faith

During the Certificate Program, we’ll spend our time examining Scripture, studying history of doctrine in the church, and learning how to appropriately discern and critique today’s cultural moment. We’ll also consider together how Jesus invites us all into a life on mission, while gaining first-hand ministry experience through the NEXT Internship.

2020
Enrollment
begins June
1 and closes
August 1

Certificate Program

What you need to know

The multipurpose Certificate Program is suited for followers of Jesus in any stage of life. This program is a one-year (34 week), immersive discipleship program. The Certificate Program can be combined with a rewarding Internship opportunity for interested students or enjoyed as a standalone continuing education opportunity for those not seeking an internship. Courses are slated to meet in person.

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Now Enrolling for 2021-2022

Fall Semester: August-December 2021

Spring Semester: January-May 2022

Must meet minimum requirements. Submit your application beginning June 15, 2021.

$1500 Per Person

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Local Housing Not Available

All About the Internship

Students pursuing the Certificate Program will also complete an intensive, hands-on Internship in a specific area of ministry. Students will complete approximately 400 hours of documented experience in their practicum.

The Internship will help prepare students for their next step in ministry through a year of focused training, spiritual growth, and intentional leadership opportunities. Students will work alongside seasoned ministry leaders whose greatest passion is to develop others' unique gifts and talents.

What you will learn

Internship areas of opportunity include: Creative, Events, Kids Ministry, Outreach, Pastoral Leadership, Student Ministry, Production and Technical Arts, Worship, Experience, and Campus Operations.

How you will grow

Students will grow through the many resources provided by Church on the Move Staff. The primary areas of growth in each area of ministry are hands-on training and leadership development.

What to expect

Expect to be challenged—to discover your gifts, develop them to the fullest, and prepare to deploy those gifts towards a lifetime of learning, serving, and honoring God.

Questions & Answers

General Questions

What is the difference between the "SEU at COTM" and the "Certificate Program?"

SEU at COTM is a path to accumulate college credit by our college-extension partnership with Southeastern University. All coursework is done online through SEU, while the hands-on experience is gained from the NEXT internship at COTM. The Certificate Program is a 32-week teaching curriculum alongside our NEXT Internship, designed to equip students for ministry and marketplace impact as 21st century disciples of Jesus, but not resulting in college credits or degrees. Both entail the NEXT Internship as a hands-on learning environment, however the “classroom” setting and curriculum are different depending on your desired outcome.

Can I only do the internship and not partake in either the "SEU at COTM Program" or the "COTM Certificate Program"?

Can I receive College Course Credit through this Program?

Are there opportunities to play a role in the Service Experience?

Are Missions part of the Certificate Program at COTM U?

How is tuition structured in the COTM U Certificate Program?

Are students required to participate in the Internship Program?

Students interested in pursuing a Ministry Certificate will complete an intensive, growth-centered, hands-on Internship component in a specific area of ministry. Students will graduate with at least 400 hours of documented experience in their practicum while gaining experience, growth and development through specific through leadership opportunities.

Adult students seeking deeper knowledge in their personal discipleship journey are not part of the Internship Program.

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