Certificate in Theological Studies

Unlock New Horizons with the
Certificate in Theological Studies at Bexley Seabury

Delve deeply into the Bible, our foundational narrative, with four classes covering Old and New Testaments.

Explore the history of the Christian movement from the time of the Bible to the present day.

Contemplate the ways of God with the world as you probe the church’s theology.

Pursue your personal interests with two elective courses, curated in consultation with your advisor.

Expand Your Horizons: Ideal for individuals seeking to deepen their faith and formation, whether they’ve completed Pathways or EfM.
Seminarian Pathway: Test the waters for seminary education; all credits earned can seamlessly transition to the MDiv program.
Scholarly Pursuits: Lay a strong foundation for academic degrees (MA, PhD) in theology, nurturing your passion for learning.
DMin Preparation: Crafted for aspiring DMin candidates with prior master’s-level exposure but lacking an MDiv.
Community of Learners: Join a vibrant community to immerse yourself in Scripture, theology, and history with like-minded seekers.
Flexible Timeline: The journey is yours to shape. Complete the certificate within 1-2 years. For those eager to continue, a pathway is open with Academic Dean approval.

This program is for all seekers eager to explore, deepen, and share their understanding of faith within a supportive community of fellow learners.

- - Those wanting to go deeper in their own faith and formation, perhaps having already completed courses through our Pathways for Baptismal Living or Education for Ministry (EfM).
  - Those contemplating a seminary degree (all courses taken for credit would transfer to an MDiv).
  - Those who may want to pursue an academic degree (MA, PhD) in theology and want to lay a solid foundation.
  - Those interested in pursing a DMin, having previous master’s level work but not an MDiv.
  - Anyone eager to study in a lively community of learners.