CERTIFICATE OF BIBLE AND THEOLOGY
Curriculum is comprised of five Bible courses and five theology courses. Typically, a student pursuing the certificate completes the curriculum in two academic years. Students who successfully complete all 10 courses graduate with a Certificate of Bible and Theology.
COURSE QUALITITES
The curriculum is built around five educational priorities.
- Biblical Integration Every course uses the Bible as a source for learning and application.
- Experienced Instruction Our instructors have years of experience teaching in the local church and higher education settings. Every instructor possesses graduate degrees in the area they teach.
- Peer Interaction Students build community and relationships with other students that enrich the learning experience.
- Individual Learning Styles Students complete assignments and choose a final project that fits their learning style and interests.
- Critical Thinking Every course teaches essential skills to evaluate the world through the lens of Scripture.
FORMATS OFFERED
The Merold Institute offers all online courses. Each course lasts for five weeks with all course instruction and interaction occurring online. Students view instructional videos, complete assignments and engage in online discussion throughout each week. The total time commitment is around 8-12 hours per week.
Each each class includes:
- Weekly reading assignment of 75-100 pages.
- Writing a one-page reflection on the reading.
- Online discussion board.
- A final project. Students can customize their final project with either a research paper, oral presentation, or visual presentation.
GRADING AND ATTENDANCE
Traditional learning environments are measured by grades. Institute classes measure proficiency on a “Complete” or “Incomplete” basis for both individual assignments and the class as a whole. Assignments are considered “Complete” when basic levels of proficiency are reached. Classes are considered “Complete” when all assignments are “Complete.” All assignments must be “Complete” by two weeks after the final class period, or the class will be “Incomplete.”
Students can miss up to 20% (one week) of each 5-week class and remain enrolled in the class.