Lutheran Studies Certificate (Non-Degree Program)

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Offered in Columbia, SC

The Certificate in Lutheran Studies is designed for ELCA students whose theological degree will come from a non-ELCA seminary and who are affiliating with LTSS. To earn a certificate, students take 18 hours of coursework at LTSS as described below. Admissions requirements for the certificate are the same as for LTSS degree programs. Certificate students in who are in candidacy for ELCA rostered ministry may apply for financial aid.

Required Courses

CHS 600 - Lutheranism in North America 3 Credits.
MIN 510 - Foundations of Christian Worship 3 Credits.
MIN 610 - Foundations in Preaching 3 Credits.
MIN 660 - Lutheran Polity and Congregational Leadership, ELCA 3 Credits.
THL 550 - Lutheran Confessions 3 Credits.

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BIB 630 - Paul’s Letters and Theology 3 Credits.
CED 500 - Foundations in Faith Formation 3 Credits.
MIN 520 - Foundations in Christian Mission 3 Credits.
THL 600 - Introduction to Christian Theology 3 Credits.

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Lutheran Studies Certificate (Non-Degree Program)

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