Certificate in Church Administration
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Program Overview
The Certificate in Church Administration and Nonprofit Management equips clergy and laypeople with the business knowledge, communication skills, and financial operations needed to become strategic, effective leaders who can advance church and nonprofit missions. This ten-course module certificate program teaches business and communication skills that can help students achieve organizational goals such as budget planning, bill payment, fundraising, record filing, and inventory management.
Course Format
The Certificate in Church Administration & Non-Profit Management (CANM) is a continuing education program designed to provide an organized, structured series of ten (10) courses for ministers and lay persons who want to improve their knowledge and preparedness for ministry. The CANM is an online program open to all interested individuals, with or without college degrees.
Course Names
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CANM 101. African American Church History (The Black Church History)
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CANM 102. Understanding Church Culture & Denominational Differences
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CANM 103. Developing Your Leadership Style & Operating in Your Spiritual Gifts
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CANM 104. Fundamentals of Church Administration
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CANM 105. Managing Church Volunteers and Ministries
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CANM 106. Church Growth and Development
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CANM 107. Ethics and Accountability Within the Church
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CANM 108. Ministry Beyond the Walls - Developing 501(c)(3) Organizations
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CANM 109. Fundraising Fundamentals and Philanthropy for Nonprofit Organizations
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CANM 110. Communication and Marketing
Cost of Attendance
Certificate Program for Tuition and Registration
Cost per class: $225 | One-Time Registration Fee: $50
Admission Requirements
Turner Theological Seminary requires a completed application, transcripts, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and an interview with an committee member. We welcome students from diverse backgrounds.
Degree Requirements
The prerequisite for admission to the degree programs is a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, from a college or university accredited by one of the nationally recognized regional accrediting agencies or the international equivalent.
Letter of Recommendation
One recommendation letter (Professional, Educational, or Ministerial).
Transcripts
Official transcripts of all college, university, or seminary records showing all courses pursued and grades received.
Essay
An autobiographical essay (should not exceed two pages), following the guidelines in the application.
GPA Requirements
A bachelor’s degree with a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale or its equivalent.
Application Fee
$85.00 nonrefundable application fee.
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