The Online Certificate of Ministry Leadership is designed to address the challenge of continuing education in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world, preparing students for volunteer and vocational ministry. Combining theology and practice, this online ministry certificate is offered in an innovative, Bible-centered environment. Completion of the program meets the educational requirements for ministry certification, ministry license, and ordination credential levels with the Assemblies of God.
Program Quick Facts
- 6 start dates per year: September, October, January, March, May, and July
- $435 per credit (2026–27)
- 30 credits
- 12 credits per semester (full-time attendance)
- $13,050 tuition costs (2026–27)
- Flexible, asynchronous program format
Highest Accreditation
Not all online programs are accredited—something you never have to worry about at NU.
Exceptional Education
80+ years of experience and knowledge went into creating our online courses.
Faith Integration
Every course includes a component that helps you relate the subject to your faith.
Faculty Who Care
Our instructors are experts who love students and bring out their very best.
Why Choose a Ministry Certificate Online at Northwest University?
Flexibility
Earn your ministry certification in only two years with coursework designed to fit with your career and personal life. Taking only one course at a time, with a break during the month of December, you’ll be equipped for effective ministry with an education that accommodates your schedule.
Community
Benefit from a cohort structure, characterized by a small group of students working together and encouraging each other within an interactive online environment that empowers Christian leadership formation and development of community.
Quality
Learn from proficient faculty members who offer both academic qualifications as well as real-life experience in their teaching fields.
Opportunity
Alternatively or in support of the certificate program, online courses are also open to students interested in further study for personal enrichment. Students can register individually for any course available online if necessary prerequisite courses have been met.
Relevance
Build valuable skills that directly apply to your ministry work, including biblical literacy and exegetical skills, critical thinking, and sensitivity toward diversity. You’ll also develop effective leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
View Course Descriptions
You can explore program details and course descriptions for this program in our academic catalog.
Go to the Catalog