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DIPLOMA
Diploma in Church Ministry
Overview
Diploma in Church Ministry (DBS) is a 24-credit-hour, 100% online program focused on practical church operations and service. Students study worship planning, discipleship, small group leadership, outreach strategies, and congregational care, gaining hands-on skills to serve effectively and contribute to vibrant, growing local church communities.
| Program Features | Details |
|---|---|
| 24 | Credit Hours |
| 100% | Online Courses |
| 1 Month | Intensive Courses |
| 75% | Transfer Credit Hours |
Learning Outcomes
Plan and lead meaningful corporate worship services rooted in Scripture.
Facilitate effective discipleship and small group Bible studies.
Develop and implement outreach strategies to grow local church community.
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 |
| English Composition | 3 | ENGL |
| Introduction to the Bible | 3 | BIBL |
| New Testament | 3 | BIBL |
| Old Testament | 3 | BIBL |
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | THEO |
| Discipleship | 3 | MINI |
| Final Exam | 3 | EXAM |
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