Certificate and Course Descriptions

The following illustrates a clear, progressive structure for the Replum Institute’s certificate program, showing how students advance from foundational biblical knowledge to fully developed theological expertise. Each certificate level corresponds to a specific number of credit hours, with courses carefully selected to build both understanding and practical ministry skills.

The Undergraduate Certificate provides a solid introduction to Scripture and basic ministry practice, ideal for those exploring their calling. The Associate level expands this foundation, emphasizing systematic theology, church history, and applied leadership for active ministry roles. The Ministerial Diploma immerses students in core doctrines, pastoral skills, and supervised ministry experiences, preparing them for full-time pastoral service. Finally, the Bachelor of Theology integrates advanced eschatology, ecclesiology, and licensing preparation, equipping graduates for professional ministry leadership or further theological study. This structure ensures that each stage of learning is cumulative, intentional, and aligned with real-world ministry application.

This list of courses represents a carefully sequenced curriculum designed to guide students through progressively deeper levels of biblical, theological, and ministerial education. Each course includes a detailed description outlining its objectives and focus, ensuring students understand both the content and practical applications of their studies.

Primary and secondary texts are selected to provide as reference to authoritative scriptures and serve as accessible resources, supporting both academic comprehension and ministry skill development. Credit hours are assigned to reflect the relative depth and workload of each course, balancing foundational instruction with advanced study in doctrine, hermeneutics, church history, pastoral practice, and eschatology.

Together, the courses, readings, and credit allocations form a cohesive program that systematically equips students for competent ministry, whether for exploratory engagement, active leadership, pastoral service, or preparation for higher theological education.

UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES (TERM 1)

• 30 Credit Hours

  
  

• Courses: Intro to Replum Institute, Bibliology, Inspiration & Inerrancy of Scripture, Hermeneutics I & II, Biblical Exegesis, Biblical Theology, History of Bible Translation, World Religions, Communicating the Gospel

  
  

• Ministry Stability: Ideal for those exploring ministry, personal biblical enrichment, or foundational understanding of Scripture and ministry practice. Prepares for volunteer roles or lay ministry involvement.

  
  

• Focus / Ministry Suitability: Introductory biblical knowledge; suitable for lay ministry or personal enrichment

  
  

• Graduate Options: None required; may continue to associate or bachelor programs

  
  

• Notes: Lays foundation in Scripture, basic theology, and ministry skills

ASSOCIATE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES (TERM 2)

• 30 Credit Hours (in addition to completing TERM 1)

  
  

• Courses: Systematic Theology I & II, Trinitarianism, Theology of God I & II, Old and New Testament Theology, Church History I & II, Dogmatic Theology, Contemporary Theology

  
  

• Ministry Stability: Prepares students for active leadership and ministry roles, including small-group leadership, teaching in local churches, and practical engagement in mission contexts. Solid foundation for further study.

  
  

• Focus / Ministry Suitability: Broader theological understanding; prepares for active church service and leadership support roles

  
  

• Graduate Options: Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies required (TERM 1); may continue to Ministerial Diploma in Biblical Studies

  
  

• Notes: Reinforces biblical interpretation, theology, and introductory ministry training

MINISTERIAL DIPLOMA IN BIBLICAL STUDIES (TERM 3)

• 30 Credit Hours (in addition to completing TERM 2)

  
  

• Courses: Christology, Pneumatology, Anthropology, Hamartiology, Angelology, Soteriology, God Revealed as Lord of Grace, Homiletics, Supervised Ministry/Practicum

  
  

• Ministry Stability: Designed for students pursuing pastoral roles, full-time ministry, or advanced theological training. Focused on deep doctrinal understanding and applied ministry skills, including preaching, counseling, and discipleship.

  
  

• Focus / Ministry Suitability: Intermediate theology and ministry practice; prepares students for leadership in local churches or ministry programs

  
  

• Graduate Options: Associate in Biblical Studies required; may continue to Bachelor of Theology

  
  

• Notes: Provides practical ministry preparation alongside theological depth; could support early pastoral leadership roles

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (TERM 4)

• 30 Credit Hours (in addition to completing TERM 3)

  
  

• Courses: Eschatology (Eternal State & Doctrine of the Future), God Revealed as Lord of Destiny, Ecclesiology, Pastoral Integration & Licensing Preparation, Elective/Practicum Expansion, Supervised Ministry

  
  

• Ministry Stability: Terminal undergraduate-level preparation for pastoral licensure, advanced leadership in churches, or doctoral-level study. Equips students to teach, preach, lead, and administrate effectively in professional ministry contexts.

  
  

• Focus / Ministry Suitability: Comprehensive theological education; full seminary preparation

  
  

• Graduate Options: Ministerial Diploma in Biblical Studies required; after completing TERM 4 the student is fully prepared to begin their fulltime ministry but may continue to further their education seeking a Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Master of Arts in Theology (M.A.), Master of Theology (Th.M.), Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.), Doctor of Theology (Th.D.), Ph.D. in Theology/Biblical at an accredited institution.

  
  

• Notes: Provides practical ministry preparation alongside theological depth; could support early pastoral leadership roles