Christian Leaders Programs

📚 Christian Leaders Institute - All Programs

One Mission. Three Powerful Tracks. Endless Kingdom Impact.

At Christian Leaders Institute, all programs are organized and administered through two educational schools and one global ministry alliance. Together, they offer a full pathway—from free courses to degrees to ordination—for Christians called to grow in faith, lead in ministry, and serve with confidence.

Whether you’re exploring your first course, pursuing a degree, or preparing for ministry ordination, you’re in the right place.


🏫 Christian Development School

Free, Vision Partner-Supported Courses for Ministry, Discipleship & Leadership

The Christian Development School is your launching point for ministry training. It offers a wide range of free access courses—from mini-courses and skill-building classes to full college-level content.

✔ Courses Available:

  • Bible & Theology

  • Ministry Skills

  • Life Coaching, Youth Ministry, Marriage, and more

✔ Recognition & Credentials:

  • Earn awards, certificates, and diplomas

  • Courses also count toward Leadership Excellence School degrees

  • Optional low-cost credential packages available

  • Students are listed in the Christian Leaders Institute Directory

👉 Explore Christian Development School Programs


🎓 Leadership Excellence School

Tuition-Free College Courses & Degree Programs

The Leadership Excellence School provides an academic pathway for those pursuing undergraduate degrees in ministry, divinity, or leadership.

✔ What You Get:

  • Access to college-level courses (shared with the Development School)

  • Earn college credits toward your associate or bachelor’s degree

  • Study at your own pace with no tuition

  • Pay modest administration fees only when pursuing degree credentials

Ideal for those seeking to serve in church, nonprofit, mission, or leadership settings—with a strong academic foundation.

👉 Explore Degree Programs


✝️ Christian Leaders Alliance

Commissioned, Licensed & Ordained Minister Credentialing

The Christian Leaders Alliance (CLA) is the global ordination and clergy credentialing arm of Christian Leaders. Backed by a network of commissioned clergy, the Alliance trains and affirms ministers for volunteer, part-time, or full-time roles.

✔ Minister Credentials Offered:

  • Commended Minister – Entry-level for ministry readiness

  • Licensed Minister – For deeper responsibilities and recognition

  • Ordained Minister & Minister of the Word – For advanced ministry leadership

  • All ministers listed in the Christian Leaders Clergy Directory

✔ Recognition:

  • Commissioning ceremonies

  • Credential packages available

  • Publicly verifiable online profiles

👉 Learn About Ministry Credentials


🎯 All Programs Work Together

Start where you are. Grow as God leads. Each school and program supports your calling—step by step.


🚀 Ready to Begin?

👉 Start with Free Courses at Christian Development School
👉 Explore Degree Programs at Leadership Excellence School
👉 Pursue Ministry Credentials with Christian Leaders Alliance


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