Three different Online Certificate programs are offered by Barclay College. Each of the certificates requires 24 hours of course work (60% must be completed through the core curriculum requirements for each major) completed in the online program. The 24 hours must be completed through Barclay College.

Certificates are offered for Biblical Studies, Christian Leadership, and for Psychology.

Upon completion of the required hours the College grants a Certificate. Courses are offered every year and students can enter the program at the beginning of any session. Students are required to successfully complete the online orientation class before entering their first class. All students must have successfully completed a college level English composition class or demonstrate a proficiency in writing skills to be admitted to the certificate program.

Objectives

Students who complete the Online Certificate curriculum will meet some of the objectives of the Division of Bible and Ministry and some specific to the certificate programs, as noted below:

Students will...

1. Understand the need for, meaning, and practice of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Bible and essential Christian doctrine, the ability to accurately interpret Scripture, and an increasingly coherent Christian worldview that enables them to apply biblical principles to questions of ethics, compassion, and all other life situations.
3. Develop the skills and understanding necessary for personal Bible-study, prayer, and devotional life which can sustain and empower one's personal life and ministry to others.
4. For the ministry certificate, demonstrate a basic level of knowledge related to encouraging and supporting members of local church congregations.

Certificate in Christian Ministry

To receive the Certificate in Christian Ministry, students must take any eight classes from the online courses (at least five of the eight must be from the online Christian Ministry Leadership Core).

Certificate in Biblical Studies

To receive the certificate in Biblical Studies, students must complete any eight classes from the online courses (at least five of the eight must be from the online Biblical Studies Core).

Certificate in Psychology

To receive the Certificate in Psychology, students must complete any eight classes from the online courses (at least five of the eight must be from the online Psychology Core).