If you are a local church pastor who would like the opportunity to expand your knowledge base, you might consider earning a graduate credential. A program such as Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Worship Studies could give you the additional education you are seeking. Following are some details about this course of study.
<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
<h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3>
<p>Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Worship Studies is a program that could be completed online. It is designed for aspiring church leaders who may not yet be ready to take on the challenges of a master's degree program. In addition to Biblical principles and evangelical religious practices, you'll be able to study the origins of worship. Your studies will give you opportunities to reflect, understand, and better define your responsibilities as a worship leader. Should you decide to pursue a master's degree, your earned credits will be applicable to Liberty University's Master of Arts in Worship Studies degree.
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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 Worship Studies program, you must have already earned your high school diploma or GED. You must have also previously earned a bachelor's degree. Your professional goals should include becoming more effective in serving your church and in communicating the Word of God.
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<h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3>
<p>This is a 12 credit-hour program consisting of four courses. Degree requirements must be fulfilled within three years of enrollment.
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<p><u>Courses for a Graduate Certificate in Worship Studies</u>
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<table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number </th><th> Course Title</th></tr>
<tr><td><b>Required Courses</b> </td><td /></tr>
<tr><td>WRSP 502 </td><td> History and Philosophy of Worship</td></tr>
<tr><td>WRSP 510 </td><td> Biblical Foundations of Worship</td></tr>
<tr><td>WRSP 520 </td><td> The Role of the Worship Leader</td></tr>
<tr><td>WRSP 540 </td><td> Current Issues in Worship</td></tr>
</table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3>
<h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4>
<p>Upon graduation, you could seek jobs in a variety of ministry settings. These could include churches, mission organizations, social services agencies, and youth ministries.
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<p>Depending on your educational background and experience, possible positions include:
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<ul><li>Pastor
</li><li>Associate Pastor
</li><li>Evangelism Pastor
</li><li>Youth Ministry Director
</li><li>Missionary
</li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4>
<p>After completing the Graduate Certificate in Worship Studies program, you might desire to attain more biblical knowledge, which could help you seek opportunities as a religious educator or researcher. You could do so by pursuing a graduate degree.
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<p>Possible graduate degree programs include:
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<ul><li>Master of Arts in Worship Studies
</li><li>Master of Christian Studies
</li><li>Master of Divinity</li></ul>
