Are you actively involved in a ministry and currently seeking the opportunity to increase your knowledge of the Bible? You can increase your understanding of the Bible and improve your ministry when you enroll in Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies program. For more information about this online certificate program, read on.
<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
<h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3>
<p>Once enrolled in Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies program, you will have participate in an extensive study of the Bible and its interpretation. All courses in this program are conducted online. Courses offer an in-depth look at Old and New Testament books, characters, and contexts. You will also have the chance to study the history of Scripture interpretation and various approaches to hermeneutics. The program is designed to help you gain a better understanding of biblical times, interpretive methods, and Christian doctorine.
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<h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3>
<p>If you are interested in applying to Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies program, you must hold a bachelor's degree, perhaps in religion or theology, and possibly have experience in a church setting.
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<h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3>
<p>The Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies program consists of three required courses totaling nine credits. Credits earned could be applied toward a master's degree program.
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<p><u>Courses for a Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies</u>
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<table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr>
<tr><td>NBST 525</td><td> New Testament Introduction</td></tr>
<tr><td>NBST 652</td><td> Hermeneutics</td></tr>
<tr><td>OBST 590</td><td> Old Testament Introduction</td></tr>
</table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3>
<h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4>
<p>Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies program is designed to help current ministers enhance their biblical knowledge. Completion of this program will help you use this increased knowledge to better prepare your sermons and teaching in a church environment.
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<p>Depending on your experience, possible positions include:
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<ul><li>Assistant Pastor
</li><li>Associate Pastor
</li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4>
<p>You would most likely need to obtain a graduate degree to assume pastoral duties or directorial duties in a youth ministry or religious education setting. Liberty University offers several master's degree programs that you might consider after earning this graduate certificate.
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<p>Degrees include, but are not limited to:
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<ul><li>Master of Divinity
</li><li>Master of Arts in Religion
</li><li>Master of Arts in Christian Ministry</li></ul>
