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2014-2015 Continuing Education Certificate in Theology and Ministry Extension Program Listing (DPCL)
A Continuing Education Certificate in Theology and Ministry may be awarded to students who have completed a total of 18 CEUs of graduate study at the Institute for Ministry. The certificate consists of
Certificate students may elect to continue their studies at LIM beyond the 18 CEUs of this certificate model. Earned CEUs from the Continuing Education Certificate in Theology and Ministry program can be applied toward a Certificate in Pastoral Studies (C.P.S.) or Certificate in Religious Education (C.R.E.). Upon completion of 12 CEUs, continuing education certificate students must apply for the certificate or apply for candidacy in a LIM C.P.S. or C.R.E. program; the 12 CEUs already earned will then be applied to a candidate’s work toward a Certificate in Pastoral Studies or a Certificate in Religious Education.
| Theological Core Courses: 12 CEUs (Select 4) | ||
|---|---|---|
| LIM C703 | Introduction to Practical Theology | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C711 | Jewish Roots of Christian Faith (Old Testament) | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C712 | Christian Origins (New Testament) | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C714 | Grace, Christ, and Spirit | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C722 | Church, Sacraments, and Liturgy | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C704 | Spirituality, Morality, and Ethics | 3 CEUs |
| Elective Courses: 6 credit hours (Select 2 from core courses above and/or focus area and elective courses below) | ||
|---|---|---|
| LIM C840 | Faith and Culture | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C860 | Faith Development and Spirituality | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C861 | Pastoral Leadership and Organization | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C827 | Spirituality for Ministers | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C828 | History of Christian Spirituality | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C844 | Parish Life and Ministry | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C845 | Contemporary Issues in Pastoral Ministry | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C837 | Foundations of Religious Education | 3 CEUs |
| LIM C838 | Curriculum Development | 3 CEUs |