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DIPLOMA
Diploma in Pastoral Ministry
Overview
Diploma in Pastoral Ministry (DBS) is a 24-credit-hour, 100% online program that equips students for effective church leadership and shepherding. Through biblical counseling, preaching, church administration, pastoral care, and spiritual formation, participants develop practical skills to guide congregations, support families, and lead with compassion and integrity in ministry settings.
| Program Features | Details |
|---|---|
| 24 | Credit Hours |
| 100% | Online Courses |
| 1 Month | Intensive Courses |
| 75% | Transfer Credit Hours |
Learning Outcomes
Deliver biblically sound sermons that edify and challenge congregations.
Provide compassionate pastoral care and biblical counseling to individuals and families.
Lead church administration and spiritual formation with integrity and wisdom.
Admission Requirements
Complete the online Application form below to begin your learning journey.
Tuition Costs
| Application | $95.00 |
| Tuition-Free | Free |
| Technology Fee/per course * | $79.00 |
| Graduation Fee | $159.00 |
| TOTAL PROGRAM COST | $886.00 |
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Transfer Credits
Transfer Credits at Emerald University
Students may transfer up to a maximum of 18 credits into a Diploma program at Emerald University. Courses with a grade of C- or higher are generally transferable.
Life Experience Credits
A maximum of 9 credit hours can be applied to appropriate courses for this program and can be any combination of credit and non-credit education, ministry experience, church involvement, training conferences, and prior teaching and accomplishments.
Experiential Learning Course Exams
Students with prior ministry experience may take the Experiential Learning Course Exams (ELCE) and earn up to 6 credit hours toward appropriate courses in this program. A passing score of 60% or higher awards credit for the corresponding course.
Grading Scale
P: Pass 60-100%
I: Incomplete 50-59%
F: Failed 0-49%.
Featured Courses
| Courses | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | ORNT |
| Hermeneutics | 3 | THEO |
| Homiletics | 3 | THEO |
| Introduction to the Bible | 3 | BIBL |
| New Testament | 3 | BIBL |
| Old Testament | 3 | BIBL |
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | THEO |
| Final Exam | 3 | EXAM |
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