Academic Programs

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Foundations in Ministry Certificates Available

Create a program tailored to your interests and earn a specialized certificate in as little as 16 credit hours.

Possible specializations include:

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Which Academic Program is Best for me?

Our Academic Programs build onto one another. For example, credits from your Foundations in Ministry Certificate can be used towards a Certificate of Biblical Studies, all the way up to a Bachelor of Theology.



Academic Program Recommended Part-Time to Completion Full-Time to Completion Academic Goals Bursaries and Sholarships Available
Foundations in Ministry Certificate Up to 2 years 6 Months I am interested in Chrisitian Education, but cannot commit to full-time or long-term studies Yes
Certificate of Biblical Studies Up to 3 Years 8-9 Months I want to be equipped to understand my role in God's Kingdom and local church Yes
Diploma of Biblical Studies Up to 4 years 2 Years I am serious about being involved in ministry, but will likely be self-supporting Yes
Bachelor of Religious Education Up to 6 years 3 Years I am serious about pursuing full-time Christian service Yes
Bachelor of Theology Up to 7 years 4 Years I want to pursue full-time ministry and entertain the possibility of future graduate studies Yes

Certificate IN BIBLE AND MINISTRY

The Certificate in Bible and Ministry is awarded upon completing one year of study (31 credit hours, including one field education credit). Students intending to pursue a multi-year degree at GLBC should complete at least 32 credit hours in their first year.

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Diploma IN BIBLE AND MINISTRY

The Diploma in Bible and Ministry is awarded upon completing two years of study (64 credit hours, including three field education credits). This program is especially valuable for those seeking avocational, self-supporting leadership roles in the church.

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Bachelor of Religious Education

The Bachelor of Religious Education is a three-year degree (96 credit hours, including five field education credits) awarded upon completion of study at GLBC. It provides a general foundation in Bible and ministry, tailored specifically for those preparing for full-time Christian service.

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Bachelor of Theology

The Bachelor of Theology (BTh) is a four-year degree (128 credit hours, including five field education credits and a two-credit internship) awarded upon completion of study at GLBC. It provides essential training for full-time ministry while preparing students for potential graduate study.

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