Commissioned Pastoral Diploma
⛪ Commissioned Pastoral Diploma
A Comprehensive Credential for Pastoral Leadership in Today’s Church
The Commissioned Pastoral Diploma is a deeply enriching and ministry-intensive program designed for men and women called to shepherd God’s people with wisdom, conviction, and compassion. This diploma is a powerful recognition of a student’s preparation for pastoral leadership, blending academic strength, biblical fidelity, and practical ministry development.
This program is ideal for those who are serving or preparing to serve in pastoral roles in churches, house churches, mission movements, or bi-vocational ministry settings. With 23 required courses across theology, preaching, discipleship, communication, interpretation, and care, the diploma forms a well-rounded spiritual leader rooted in Scripture and equipped for real-world challenges.
💡 What This Diploma Says About You:
You are fully equipped to shepherd, preach, teach, evangelize, and counsel as a biblically faithful pastoral leader.
You have been trained to rightly interpret Scripture, care for souls, and communicate the Gospel with clarity and power.
You are deeply committed to your pastoral calling, having completed a rigorous program of study and ministry formation.
👥 Who Is This Diploma For?
Individuals pursuing ordination as a Commissioned Pastor through the Christian Leaders Alliance
Current or aspiring pastors, associate pastors, or church planters
Bi-vocational ministers leading congregations or starting new ministries
Leaders preparing for long-term roles in preaching, discipleship, and pastoral care
🎓 How This Diploma Supports Your Ministry Path:
All courses are eligible for credit in the Leadership Excellence School toward further ministry degrees.
This diploma fulfills the educational requirements for ordination as a Commissioned Pastor through the Christian Leaders Alliance.
It affirms your readiness to serve with biblical depth, theological confidence, relational wisdom, and pastoral excellence.
To receive the
Commissioned Pastoral Diploma
Requires a 2.00 GPA and to
complete the following :
23 courses required
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Multiplying Christian Leaders (1 Module)
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Christian Apologetics (3 Units)
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Ethics (3 Units)
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History of World Christianity (4 Units)
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Church and Ministry (3 Units)
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Ministry Foundations (3 Units)
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Hermeneutics and Exegesis (3 Units)
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New Testament Survey (3 Units)
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Old Testament Survey (3 Units)
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Pastoral Care (3 Units)
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Theology I (4 Units)
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Theology II (4 Units)
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Christian Basics: Introduction to Christian Doctrine (3 Units)
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Missions and Revivals (4 Units)
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Sermon Construction and Presentation (4 Units)
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Evangelism: Presenting Grace (3 Units)
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Biblical Interpretation I (4 Units)
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People Smart for Ministry (3 Units)
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Biblical Wisdom Books (4 Units)
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Biblical Interpretation II (4 Units)
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Marriage Ministry (4 Units)
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Introduction to Communication (3 Units)
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Christian Leaders Connections (3 Units)