Advance Certificate in Theology
The Advance Certificate in Theology is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme accredited by the Council on Higher Education. It provides foundational theological and ministry training for church workers, introductory ministry skills for community workers, and basic grounding for further tertiary level theological studies.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A School Certificate or its equivalent. May also be admitted based on affirmation of long experience in ministry.
LENGTH OF PROGRAMME
The programme consists of 120 credits (15 modules at 8 credits each) offered and may be completed in one year of full time study. Students may also complete the programme in two years of part time study.
MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
MISSION
CH 01CHURCH PLANTING
An introduuctioon to the process of establishing and nurturing a new group of believers to the point that they are able to continue as a local church without being dependent onoutside help. Just as planting a tree or crop involves preparing the soil, watering, protecting from weeds and insects, etc., and providing fertilizer as needed, planting a church requires much work and care.
BIBLICAL STUDIES
BBS01 HERMENEUTICS
An introduction to inductive Bible study, Bible study methods (synthetic, analytic, and topical), and general and special principles for interpreting the Bible.
OLD TESTAMENT
BOT01 PENTATEUCH
An introduction to the Pentateuchal problem, to the major themes of the Pentateuch, and to the historical and cultural background of ancient Israel, with an emphasis on the historical narrative sections in the Pentateuch.
BOT02 JOSHUA, JUDGES, UNITED KINGDOM
A study of the history of Israel from Joshua through the United Kingdom, emphasizing the purpose and outline of each book, leadership principles from the lives of the biblical characters, and instruction in how to prepare a biographical sermon.
BOT03 DIVIDED KINGDOM, EXILE, RETURN
A study of the history of Israel during the Divided Kingdom, exile, and return, and an overview of the history of the intertestamental period.
NEW TESTAMENT
BNT01 SYNOPTIC GOSPELS
A historical, literary, and theological study of the gospels of Mark, Matthew, and Luke, examining the unique perspectives of each of these gospels as well as their common themes regarding the life of Christ.
BNT02 ACTS
A study of the book of Acts with overviews of Galatians and 1 and 2 Thessalonians.
GENERAL STUDIES
GSC01 COMPUTER SKILLS 1 (Bridging module)
A practical course in which students acquire typing and word-processing skills, begin to use Windows-based programmes, and learn to use the internet for research.
GSC02 COMPUTER SKILLS 2
A practical course in which students are introduced to computer-based church management systems and other computer applications
GSE01 BASIC ENGLISH (Bridging module)
A practical course to help students gain proficiency in English as a second language with a strong emphasis on class participation in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
GSE02 ENGLISH COMPOSITION
A course designed to sharpen and improve English writing and critical thinking for all students, particularly students of English as a second language, and to provide the basic foundation of the English language with the goal to build skills in listening, comprehension, grammar usage and composition.
GSR01 LIBRARY USE AND STUDY SKILLS
An introduction to the library and its resource to help students know how to use the library, how to do research, how to develop good study habits, and how to write effective essays.
PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
PCE01 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
A study of the biblical basis, objectives, and methods of ministry to children with emphasis on teaching children the Word of God, qualities of a teacher, characteristics of children, methods of teaching, and preparation and use of visual aids.
PYO01 YOUTH MINISTRY
PPT01 HOMILETICS 1
An introduction to homiletics, with special attention given to the ministry of the preacher and the preparation of an expository sermon, a topical sermon, and sermon outlines.
PPT02 DEVOTIONAL THEOLOGY
This course examines the meaning of devotion within the context of the Christian faith and explores ways of expressing and evaluating one’s devotion to God, focusing on the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7).
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
TST01 BIBLIOLOGY
A study of the nature, canonicity, transmission and translation of the Bible, and a brief overview of the biblical books.
TST02 CHRISTOLOGY
A study of the teaching of Scripture concerning the Trinity, with emphasis on the Father and the Son, including the names, attributes, and providence of God.
TST03 PNEUMATOLOGY
A study of the teaching of Scripture covering the Holy Spirit, Satan, angels, and demons.
TST04 SOTERIOLOGY
A study of the teaching of Scripture concerning man’s origin and nature, sin, and salvation.
FIELDWORK
PFW01 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY FIELDWORK
An application of the principles of PCE01 in which first and second-year students observe children’s ministry weekly for a semester and then lead in ministry to children in a neighbourhood or church setting weekly for two semesters.
GRADING
Course project; involves submission of a minimum of 15 page paper: 70% of Grade.
Classroom participation; includes participation in occasional oral assignments and submission of periodic reading summaries: 30% of Grade.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
In order to earn credit class participants must produce a 15 page paper on an approved topic of their choosing addressing some aspect of a “Theology of Vocation, Work & Ministry. The paper must include not only theological reflection but also how the material will be applied to the participant’s life and work.
CLASS POLICIES
1. Attendance: You are permitted one hour of absence for each hour the course meets during the week; however,
you must contact the professor via email or voice mail before the end of class. All assignments are due on the
date designated.
2. Late assignments: There are no extensions. One grade will be deducted for each day that the paper is late.
3. Style Guide for written work: The participant may choose any standard academic guide (MLA recommended).
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism: In a Christian college or seminary academic integrity is particularly important. Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing (the unacknowledged use of other people’s words or ideas as though they were your own) will be subject to the penalties as described in the plagiarism policy of UTI or relevant copyright law.
5. Electronic Devices: It is expected that ALL electronic devices be MUTED during class time. Do not answer phone calls or during classes.
6. Academic Quality: Remember that grades for assignments are based not only on the completion of the assignment but the quality of work produced. The higher the quality of skills and abilities demonstrated, in areas such as expression and depth of thought, organization, writing, research, reporting, and observation, the
higher the grade given to the assignment. All written assignments will be completed using the style guide of the student’s choice.
8. Communication with Instructor: UTI email will be the primary mode
of communication with students, unless specified otherwise. Please check your email regularly.
GRADING SCALE:
Grades for courses are calculated on a total points basis for each category of grading. Each category is assigned a percentage of the total grade. All grades are calculated based on the following scale of
Letter Grade\Percentile Equivalents:
A = 70% - 100%
B = 60% - 69%
C = 50% - 59%
D = 45% - 49%
E = 40% - 44%
F = 43% - 0%
