SDB University
Pastoral Leadership Certificate
Advanced preparation for pastors serving Seventh Day Baptist churches.
Strengthen your pastoral ministry
The Pastoral Leadership Certificate is SDBU’s 300-level pathway for called pastors serving in local Seventh Day Baptist churches. It develops advanced biblical, theological, and ministry understanding in the context of pastoral service.
This program was formerly called the Advanced Pastoral Leadership Certificate.
Admission and preparation
Applicants should be recommended by their local church and serving in a called pastoral role in their congregation. Students should also meet one of these conditions:
- Complete the Ministry Leadership Certificate.
- Be admitted on the basis of transfer credit granted by the School of Ministry and the Dean.
- Receive specific permission from the Dean and School of Ministry to take particular courses.
At a glance
Level: 300
For: Called pastors
Outline: Three core classes; no electives
Planning: Individual guidance from the Dean
Core classes
The current Pastoral Leadership Certificate consists of these three core classes. No electives are included at this time.
SDBU 341: Seventh Day Baptist History
Expected time: 13–15 weeks + seminar
Prerequisites: None.
SDBU 354: SDB Sabbath Theology
Expected time: 13–15 weeks + seminar
Confirm preparation and course availability with the Dean.
SDBU 371: SDB Church Polity/Applied Ecclesiology
Expected time: 13–15 weeks + seminar
Confirm preparation and course availability with the Dean.
Plan your course of study
Discuss transfer credit, course availability, prerequisites, seminar requirements, and your ministry responsibilities with the Dean before registering.
Download the current Pastoral Leadership program details (PDF)
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