Certificate Programs
McCormick Seminary is committed to the education of the whole people of God, providing opportunities and resources for all those involved in ministry and with a commitment to grow deeper in knowledge and action.
Continuing spiritual formation and growth, and ongoing ministerial skill development, are critical both for ordained clergy and others involved in the mission of the church. Continuing education at McCormick follows the mission of the Seminary as a whole, drawing on the resources of the Reformed tradition while at the same time being intentionally ecumenical and cross-cultural. The result is a varied program focused not on a specific issue nor limited to a single audience, but on opportunities that cross cultural and academic boundaries and works ecumenically with other theological education institutions and church bodies.
Continuing education at McCormick is a dynamic blend of individual lectures and series, short-term courses, and two certificate programs, the first in executive leadership and the second in environmental ministry and leadership. While the formats may be different, the content will challenge you in key areas and expressions of your faith while offering opportunities to grow deeper.
Learn about our Certificate Programs
Certificate in Black Church Studies
McCormick Theological Seminary is the place for ministers to define the next twenty years of the Black Church movement. The Black Church Certificate Program brings together religious scholars and prophetic, compassionate leaders from Black churches to guide students in rigorously studying the history, theology and heritage of the Church.
Certificate in Latinx Theology and Ministry
This Certificate Program offers contextual courses that are grounded in student’s on-going ministry work and promote theological depth and practical application. Courses are taught in a bi-lingual context.
Certificate in Environmental Leadership and Ministry
A practical, interactive, cross-disciplinary program for clergy and lay leaders discussing Environmental Ministry in terms of the State of Creation, Biblical Foundations, Theological Foundations and Christian Ethics.
Certificate in Theological Studies
The certificate program prepares persons to serve the Church as lay leaders or enables students to correlate theological study with university studies, leading to a graduate degree in another field. The program includes exposure to basic studies in the biblical, theological, and historical fields.
Certificate in Executive Leadership
The Certificate in Executive Leadership program equips pastors and other key leaders of Christian institutions, both congregations and broader church or non-profit groups, with the skills and abilities vital for effective leadership in today’s rapidly changing landscape.