MINISTRY ACADEMY CERTIFICATES
Education & Credentials Affordably and Conveniently
Christian education, spiritual growth, and ministry training—affordable and conveniently at your own pace! Earn Ministry Academy Certificates by completing courses in our Marketplace. Feel confident serving in your church, discipling others, leading a small group, pastoring a house church, or launching your own ministry business. Also a great way to add structure to during your personal devotional and studies. Always have the option to transfer your credits to an accredited college later.
Certificate in Christian Discipleship
This series of courses is an all-purpose faith foundations program that would benefit any believer to become a knowledgeable, biblical, well-rounded, and spiritually healthy disciple prepared to disciple others. It focuses on Christian theology, Christian living, apologetics, spiritual development, sanctification, calling, verse-by-verse study through the entire New Testament, and how to make disciples leading them through this content.
Prerequisite: None
Requirements: 30 CEU total (Core Courses only)
Duration: Self-paced. About 300 learning hours.
College Transfer: 1 CEU=10 learning hours. Equivalent to 10-20 undergraduate credit hours (varies by school).
Cost: Own and get lifetime access at a huge discount with this certificate bundle, or take courses as a member.
Certificate in House Church Pastorship
This series of courses prepares you to be a house church pastor and to effectively launch a house church plant and grow it. It provides education in discovering one's calling, church leadership development, house church dynamics and discipleship, and training from our Pastoral Care Ministry Concentration [MC].
Optional: Qualifying students may also take the "Transformation Church Pastor Ordination" course as one of their electives, be ordained with Transformation Church International, and Start a TC house church.
Prerequisite: None
Requirements: 30 CEU total (Core Courses only)
Duration: Self-paced. About 300 learning hours.
College Transfer: 1 CEU=10 learning hours. Equivalent to 10-20 undergraduate credit hours (varies by school).
Cost: Discount certificate bundle in the works! For now, buy individual courses or take them as a member.
Certificate in Christian Education
This is a catch-all program that helps to direct and reward students for continuous education and a credential to showcase their higher learning accomplishments. It also provides a credentialed path for studies in a wide variety of of Christian education studies as well as diligence in focus in a non-ministry-specific specialization (concentration options will be available later as more courses are available).
Prerequisite: None
Requirements: 30 CEU total; Choose from any courses.
Duration: Self-paced. About 300 learning hours.
College Transfer: 1 CEU=10 learning hours. Equivalent to 10-20 undergraduate credit hours (varies by school).
Cost: Purchase individual courses and get lifetime access to them, or save by taking courses as a member.
Christian Ministry Education Reimagined
Under $1/Day
Take unlimited courses as a member or buy them and get lifetime access. Earn an award each course and certificates for several series of courses.
No deadlines or schedules. 100% online, 24/7, self-paced. Watch, listen, or read by TV, computer, or mobile app. You decide what, where, when, how!
No fluff. Short focused courses that teach what you need to know. No essays, papers, or mandatory discussions. Short multiple-choice quizzes.
Student and teacher lesson discussion area. Social forum. Weekly live Q&A. Support email. Even virtual group and one-to-one coaching available.
We have more to offer than a school! Beyond education, also a partner to help you thrive in your life, calling, vocation, church and ministry.
Start Earning Your Certificate Today!
Upon completion of all assignments, you will receive a digital copy, an online badge, and a framable copy by mail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our Ministry Academy is a division of the Empowered365 Network, a non-profit educational and ministerial institution that offers affordable, convenient, high-quality ministry training to individuals seeking to become effective Christian leaders, ministers, pastors, and servants in their communities.
Our goal and purpose was never to create a university for career professionals, but to train and equip more ordinary believers for ministry leadership training through distance learning. Our programs are created from the highest curriculum standards within the framework of Spirit-empowered, biblical authority enabling our learners to be challenged with spiritual passion and personal fulfillment.
We are not currently accredited, and our admission and review process is very minimal, which allows us to provide training at extremely affordable costs. Should we ever decide to pursue accreditation, it will not be with secular organizations or the department of education, but with Christian-focused agencies bringing integrity to our operations and processes.
We fully recognize that certain students have unique personal preferences and professional objectives that necessitate obtaining degrees from institutions accredited by the US Department of Education-approved agencies or similar institutions in other countries.
We believe that the cost of secular accreditation can often become a significant financial burden when it is not a mandatory requirement for pursuing a career or calling in ministry. Many individuals may find it challenging to afford this expense. It’s worth noting that numerous biblical colleges and universities typically do not hold secular accreditation. If your goal is to obtain a secular degree, we strongly recommend enrolling in an institution that possesses the necessary secular accreditation to ensure the recognition and transferability of your qualifications.
We trust God to bring us students who we can help to fulfill their God-given call. As a result, we are delighted to have a diverse student body of committed, diligent, and creative learners whose desire is to fulfill the Great Commission and to work powerfully and effectively in their God-ordained ministry. Our learners enjoy the challenge of expanding their faith and practicing excellence in their educational pursuits. We are honored to have you consider joining them.
We do not have a standard course semester duration, course size, or class schedule. Some of our courses are under 10 hours of training; some as high as 200 hours of training. The average course is 20-30 hours. The total CEU's awarded for each course are based on the amount of time estimated to complete the course. For example, a 2 CEU course is estimated to be about 20 hours of training. All of our courses are designed for complete flexibility. All the content is available 24/7, you have unlimited access to your courses anytime, anywhere, and can do all lessons at your own pace. You may complete them as quickly or as slowly as you would like to. With our online format, we're open year-round, allowing you to continue your studies through the summer and holidays without interruption. Additionally, the videos in our courses are downloadable to your mobile device, allowing you to even watch lectures without a good internet connection.
Traditional Schools' Pros:
✅ Prestigious Names – May carry brand recognition and historical legacy, which can boost résumés, recognized by employers and grad schools.
✅ Long-Term Accreditation – May be regionally or nationally accredited with decades of credibility.
✅ In-Person Networking – May provide the benefit of face-to-face interactions with professors and peers in classrooms.
Traditional Schools' Cons:
❌ High Tuition – Expect tens of thousands per year 💰, often leading to student debt. Expensive – Often cost thousands per semester 💳.
❌ Limited Flexibility – Fixed class times don’t work for everyone ⏰.
❌ Rigid Calendars - Semester models don’t always fit busy or irregular schedules 📅.
❌ Not Ministry-Focused – Most programs aren’t designed for Christian or mission-minded students ✝️.
Our Ministry Academy Pros:
✅ 🎁 Affordable Education – Monthly memberships, discount grant program, and purchase with payment plan options.
✅ 🕒 Study at Your Own Pace – Learn when it works for you. Complete lectures, readings, and assignments on your own schedule.
✅ 🧑💼 Designed for Christian Leaders – Tailored for ministry, chaplaincy, missions, and biblical training.
✅ 📖 Biblically Grounded – Rooted in God’s Word and built on a Christian worldview.
✅ 🤝 Coaching & Support – Personal counseling, group coaching, ministry & business development, and other programs are available to help propel your ministry calling or career to success.
✅ 🌐 Global Reach – Serving and empowering students around the world!
Our Ministry Academy Cons:
❌ 🎯 Requires Discipline – Self-paced learning demands motivation and consistency.
Our courses are exclusively online, accessible through our virtual campus. Each course features a mix of videos, reading, and multiple-choice quizzes. Our videos also include audio-mode for those who would prefer to listen rather than watch, and transcripts and captions for those who would prefer to read.
Some courses also include hands-on activities such as journaling, prayer, Bible reading, or missional activities.
None of our Academy courses require writing essays or having to do any other tedious academic discipline. Our goal is to educate students and prepare them for real world ministry, not to become scholars or professional writers.
Our approach to testing is via multiple multiple-choice quizzes throughout each course, with an open-book approach and a passing score of 60% or higher. If a student fails they can retake the test. Our quizzes aim to test a student's overall understanding of what's most important about the subject matter, rather than their memory about something in the course.
Some courses also included writing assignments, essays, and one-on-one virtual coaching. However, these are completely optional, premium courses not included in our memberships. They will not be core courses that are necessary in order to complete any of our Ministry Academy certificates.
Yes, any book that is needed to complete the course is also included in the course. Most of the books have also been converted into video and/or audio, giving you the option to watch or listen instead of reading. There are no additional costs needed to complete your courses and earn certificates.
If you would like a paperback, Kindle, or audiobook version of the book, and one is available, there will be a link to where you can purchase it inside the course. This is entirely optional though and provided only for your convenience.
Absolutely! All courses are available only online, allowing you to study at your own pace and convenience from anywhere in the world.
We provide numerous ways to get help!
Support / Help Desk – offers general support and assistance to members and students through email tickets.
Student Discussion – every course lesson has an area to ask questions or share thoughts and discuss with other students.
EmpoweredSOCIAL Community – A place to connect with instructors, members, and other students in your education and ministry journey.
Instructor Assistance – inside every course lesson you can ask a question about the course or lesson's content to the instructor for course- or lesson-specific assistance or advice.
Weekly Coaching Call – virtual live Q&A for members and students to ask questions about their studies or life (included in Level 2 membership)
EQUIP/Collab Group Coaching – monthly virtual small group meeting with current ministry leaders (or students/leaders in training) and an Empowered365 Network Coach (included in Level 4 and 5 membership).
One-on-One Counseling/Coaching – available worldwide via virtual meeting, on a per-hour basis, for a fee, to discuss any aspect of your Christian life. Book online anytime, as-needed.
We're here to help you!
Our training is suitable for anyone with a passion for ministry, leadership, and service within the Christian community. We have offerings that may interest those simply interested in Christianity, new Christians, or the general public.
Whether you’re looking to become a pastor, a youth leader, a church planter, deepen your understanding of faith, or simply benefit from affordable education, our Academy has something to offer.
Yes, our Ministry Academy features courses developed by experienced instructors and professors who are knowledgeable in their respective fields. Many of our instructors hold degrees and have extensive ministry experience. You can learn the credentials of the instructor in every course.
Yes, our training can be a valuable resource for those seeking ordination or ministry credentials. It is recommended to check with your local church or governing body for specific guidelines, depending on the path that you wish to pursue.
No specific educational background is required to enroll in our Ministry Academy. Our courses are designed to accommodate learners with varying levels of prior education.
Enrollment in our Ministry Academy is as simple as creating your student account. Purchase any membership or course and you will be enrolled and can start your learning journey!
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You will not need to own any kind of advanced technology. You will not need to download any software. You won't even need to learn how to get around in a new software to navigate your schooling. Everything is very easy to use and functions exactly like what you see on our website. A simple student dashboard with all of your available classes right there. You will be able to create your account and start learning in minutes!
Our courses are delivered via an online course platform compatible with most computers, tablets, and smartphones. Our video lectures are also saved in a format that is widely compatible and will automatically adjust the video resolution based on your internet speed and availability.
We also have a free app that is available in both the Google Play and Apple stores. There is a short lesson that includes a link to the app and an overview of how to get around in the course, at the beginning of all of our courses.
Every course in our Ministry Academy is included in our Level 3 membership. This is currently $29/month or $290/year. We also have a grant program which provides up to 90% off of this cost for students of over 160 countries. Additionally, you may also purchase any of the courses you would like to be able to access them for life. As a member you will continue to get access to new courses which are being added regularly.
It's simple! You have three options:
- Purchase the required or elective courses. You can click on the course above to get to its overview page and purchase it there. You can also find courses by clicking on Marketplace in the main navigation.
- Enroll as a Member (Level 3 or higher) which will automatically give you access to all the courses needed and make them available in your student dashboard).
- Enroll monthly
- Enroll annually and save
You can confirm that the course(s) you want to take are included in the membership by clicking on Membership in the main navigation and going to the membership options overview page.