Extension Center Diploma Courses

More than sixty courses are included in this series.

These courses are ideally suited for persons who have completed at least their high school diploma but have been unable to continue their education. (Individuals who enroll without a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent may earn credit toward a Seminary Extension diploma, but completed courses cannot be transferred to other educational institutions).

Diploma courses also provide excellent learning opportunities for lay church members and bivocational ministers who are interested in formal equipping for ministry. Seminary graduates will find these courses helpful as refresher studies. All of the Diploma courses may be taken by independent study or in extension centers. Also other methods, such as Internet and Interactive CD ROMs are available.

Some Diploma courses use a performance-based methodology instead of the normal class-hour format. These courses require a minimum of 30 hours. The hours are divided between in-class learning activities and supervised clinical ministry. A portion of the in-class time is devoted to evaluating the ministry experience. More emphasis is placed on student investigation and exploration than on the memorizing of a set of facts.

ACE and Non-ACE Courses
Many courses have been reviewed by the American Council on Education (ACE). Their content and learning outcomes have been judged to qualify for credit recommendations. All ACE courses will carry an additional $3 per semester hour charge to offset additional man hours and fees required by ACE from Seminary Extension.

Colleges, universities and seminaries may grant credit for non-ACE or regular diploma courses based on a quality which is consistent with the ACE course. Each educational institution has the right to decide what transfer credits are granted.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition is set by individual extension centers. Please check with your local extension center for their schedule of classes and fees.

Diploma Courses: Biblical

Diploma Courses: Theological

Diploma Courses: Practical

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