Description

The Certificate in Spiritual Formation (60 ECTS) deepens students’ knowledge of the Bible and the Christian faith, while fostering spiritual growth and greater involvement in the local church.

The Certificate programme is accredited by the European Council for Theological Education (ECTE) partially meeting the requirements of EQF Level 5, and corresponding to a Short Cycle (partial) qualification in the QF-EHEA. Within the ICETE Qualification Framework, this programme corresponds to the Certificate level.

Programme Outcomes

Students who graduate with the Certificate in Spiritual Formation will have

  • A foundational knowledge of Scripture (CN1)* and of the Christian faith, especially from a Wesleyan perspective (CN2)*.
  • A clear understanding of and vision for the mission of the Church (CN3)*, and the church’s responsibility to the world and its people (CT3)*.
  • Started to apply the knowledge they have learnt to their personal lives (CH1)*.
  • Grown in their pursuit of holy living in all its various dimensions of daily life (CT4)* and personhood (CH2)* through acquaintance with different spiritual disciplines (CH4)*.
  • An increased awareness of who they are as persons (CH5)* and as servants involved in God’s mission in the world (CH3)*.

Note: The curriculum is designed with the understanding that no educational programme is complete, but needs to be seen as laying a foundation for lifelong learning.

* The abbreviations refer to the intended educational outcomes, as described on Section IV and following of the Academic Catalogue.

Minimum Requirements

  • Only courses with passing grades will count.
  • The student must complete 60 ECTS, distributed as follows:

Cluster

Course

ECTS

A. Bible
15 ECTS

 Introduction to the Old Testament
Introduction to the New Testament
Foundations for Biblical Studies		 5
5
5

B. Theology, Tradition, and Identity
6 ECTS

 Introduction to Theology
Holiness and Identity		 3
3
C. God’s Mission, the Church, Vocation
15 ECTS		 God’s Mission and the Church
Vocation and Personal Ministry
Spiritual Formation
Mentoring
Evangelism and the Church or Christian Worship
Faith Development in the Local Congregation		 3
2
3
1
3
3
D. Ministerial Skills
4 ECTS

Elective Courses: Preaching, Pastoral Care and Counseling,
Foundations of Youth Ministry, Church Leadership
Practicum

3

1
E. Academic Skills and General Studies
5 ECTS

EuNC Orientation
Academic Skills 1
Academic Skills 2

0
3
2
General Electives 15 ECTS (see Course Descriptions) 15
Total   60