Overview of our Schools and Alliance

📚 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.
✝️ 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

Bible & Theology
Ministry Skills
Life Coaching, Youth Ministry, Marriage, and more
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
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
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
Commissioning ceremonies
Credential packages available
Publicly verifiable online profiles
👉 Explore Degree Programs at Leadership Excellence School
👉 Pursue Ministry Credentials with Christian Leaders Alliance