Biblical Studies Certificate

Start your career journey with a Christian world-view of disciple making

Explore and strengthen Christian worldview
Develop understanding of Disciple Making fundamentals

Who is this program designed for?

Primarily 18-25 year olds
A person who has already accepted Jesus and looking to grow their faith
A person who might be considering a path to full-time ministry work but wants to “test the waters” first without committing to a 4-year degree and accumulating a lot of debt
A person who wants to strengthen their Christian worldview before going off to school in a secular university setting
A person who wants to learn the foundations of the methods Jesus used to make disciples
A person looking to spend the year studying but also doing something meaningful in serving Jesus

Biblical Studies Certificate program has an option for Full-time (10 courses in one year) with on-campus residency at Maritime Christian College

Feature

Small Campus – more intimate relationships with other students and staff.

International travel component with hands on experience.

Only Bible College in PEI.

Only Restoration Bible College in Atlantic Canada.

Every student qualifies for a bursary.

Unique culture in Charlottetown.

Only 1 year to get a Certificate.

Focus only on Bible Knowledge.

Benefit

You know every student and faculty member.

Explore different cultures and get to apply learning.

Don’t have to leave home province.

Don’t have to go far away to attend a Restoration school.

Less expensive to go to school.

Access to urban amenities plus some that are unique.

Get a higher ed credential in a minimum time frame.

Don’t waste time on subjects you don’t care about.

Value

Supportive and caring environment.

Adventure and sense of accomplishment.

Stay physically connected to friends and family and option to commute.

Would be closer to family and friends.

Less debt when student completes study.

Provide local options for entertainment and fun.

Have something to show for 1 year of effort.

Significantly improve your Biblical knowledge and grow your faith in an immersive learning environment.

Course List

(See Class Schedule for courses being offered this semester)

O11 – Old Testament Literature
An overview of the Old Testament highlighting key Biblical passages and customs leading up to Jesus the Messiah.
N11 - New Testament Literature
An introductory survey of all twenty-seven books, emphasizing the purpose and content of each and also touching briefly on authorship, origin and structure. This course serves as a prerequisite for all future studies in the New Testament field.
N13 – Jesus Christ and the Gospels
An overview of the life, teachings, disciple making ministry, Cross, and great commission of Jesus.
N15 - Acts of the Apostles
A study of the early church’s start, expansion, and disciple making endeavors leading to the Gospel being preached in Rome.
N17 - Romans
An exegetical study of Paul’s letter to Rome with background, date, authorship and content analysis being covered. Application of doctrine to the church of today is noted and emphasized.
T13 – Interpretation
A basic course on how to study the Word of God, giving principles which will help assure a proper understanding of the text in its contextual setting.
T17 - Worldview Studies
The basis of a Christian worldview as well as other major worldviews are studied. Strategies as to how a Christian worldview may be implemented in the mission of the church are explored.
G11 – Interpersonal Communication
A course of instruction and methods of practice for improving the qualities of the voice and the methods of effectively delivering the Word of God. It includes interpersonal communication in conversation, reading, teaching and preaching.
G15 – English Composition
The purpose of this course is to teach basic composition, grammar skills and library research.
P11 - Christian Service (1hr)
Students become aware of, and are involved in, helping to serve the needs of others with oversight by the College.
P13 - Life Skills (1hr)
Life Skills is designed to develop the total well being of the Christian student. It will promote skills to improve the learner and assist him/her in becoming a productive and courteous student, family member, community partner and worker.
P15 – Mission Perspective
A course designed to study missions, noting the concept of the indigenous church and the methods and principles being used on various mission fields.