Certificates

Certificate in Bible and Missions

The Certificate in Bible and Missions is a foundational program consisting of the first year courses and requirements of our BA and AA degrees. These courses focus on biblical and theological studies, personal spiritual development, missions and ministry.

A student enrolled at the certificate level may elect to transfer into either the Associates or Bachelor’s degree after the certificate year, since all freshman requirements for both degrees will be met. This makes the Certificate in Bible and Missions a good choice for students who desire basic discipleship and grounding in the Christian faith, while exploring these continuing options.

Certificate in Pre-field Preparation

This certificate is designed specifically for those who already have a degree but need basic biblical and theological training prior to leaving on an overseas missions assignment. A number of mission sending agencies refer students to Bethany for this purpose and find the training environment ideal for outgoing missionaries.

Students select a personalized full-time curriculum from among the courses offered and engage in practical training, cell groups, prayer and worship, and outreach along with the rest of the student body. The college works closely with the mission agency to advise the student; some tailoring of curriculum is provided to meet specific desired outcomes.

Graduate Certificate in Christian Montessori Instruction

The Certificate in Christian Montessori Instruction is a 3-month highly intensive program designed to provide the student with basic but essential tools in the application of Montessori teaching methods to intercultural settings from a Christian perspective. Students will explore theoretical foundations that explain how children develop and learn as well as the planning and implementation of learning activities for young children. The skill set obtained through this certificate gives students a valuable credential, allowing graduates to teach children and influence families in intercultural settings in the US and abroad.

This Certificate program has a prerequisite of an Associate of Arts degree or higher and is intended as a supplement to the Associate or Bachelor’s degree for those who desire more specific training than the B.A. concentration in Early Childhood Development offers.

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