One Year Certificate Program
This one-year program is designed to equip any student with the basic biblical understanding and ministry competencies to serve in Ministry to the Body of Christ. The objective of this instruction is for students to understand and apply the teachings of the Bible to their lives, and to efficiently “divide the word of truth” with others.
Upon successful completion of the program the student will be eligible for ordination.
Core Courses — 21 Credits
- Homiletics/Hermeneutics
- The Kingdom of God and Its Covenants
- The Life of Christ and Christlikeness
- Stewardship and Serving
- Worship
- Intercessory Prayer
- Spiritual Warfare and Deliverance
Five-Fold Ministry — 6 Credits
- Six credits of the applicable Five-Fold Ministry courses for the office to which you have been called
Course Descriptions
Core Courses
Homiletics
Homiletics is the study of preparation for a sermon. This study enables the student to understand the process of preparation for preaching the Word of God.
Hermeneutics
A hermeneutical study of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, and Judges with emphasis on the Biblical Theology of these books, their genre, and application. (3 Credit hours.) Knowing these books and their message will demonstrate the overall movement of God toward His Christ, prefacing an understanding of the books to follow and affecting one’s life and those who are taught.
The Kingdom of God and Its Covenants
A thematic study of the unfolding of the theocratic kingdom program throughout the Scriptures, tracing its origin, historical development in various forms, and its ultimate consummation in the reign of Christ, together with a study of the biblical covenants in relation to the kingdom and its citizenry.
The Life of Christ and Christlikeness
A chronological study of the life of Christ on the earth, based on a harmony of the Gospel accounts. Designed to familiarize the student thoroughly with the Lord’s ministry so that any portion of the Gospel records may be related to the place, time, and circumstances of Christ’s life on earth. The course also invites the student to self-reflect and begin the process of Christlikeness in their life.
Stewardship and Serving
This course helps servant-leaders understand biblical stewardship principles as a basis for encouraging Christian charity. Students will explore the Scriptures alongside theological and professional writings to develop a personal philosophy of stewardship and a resource development plan for an organization or church.
Spiritual Warfare and Deliverance
Students will learn how the prophetic is essential to moving with a power ministry to release people from demonic bondage. The theology and Biblical principles of intercession, prophetic authority, and the overshadowing of the Holy Spirit will be explored. This is both a learning and experiential course.
Intercessory Prayer
The basic theme of this training is to teach what Jesus taught, that which took men who were fishermen and tax collectors and changed them into reproductive Christians who reached their world with the Gospel in a demonstration of power through intercessory prayer.
Worship
This course provides a framework for thinking together about vital and faithful Christian worship by exploring its Biblical and theological foundations, reviewing how the church’s praise has been shaped over the centuries, and analyzing today’s worship spectrum. Key elements including the ordering of worship, the role of prayer and music, and collaborative worship planning will be explored.
Five-Fold Ministry Courses
Evangelism I & II — Practicum
Trains students in the effective use of outdoor ministries such as camps, retreats, conferences and adventure experiences. Exposes students to the biblical, theological and philosophical foundations of outdoor ministries, and prepares them for possible full-time service in ministry while illuminating the global impact of Gospel proclamation.
Pastoral Education — Practicum
Equips the servant-leader called to serve as part of a pastoral care team. Topics include the Biblical bases for pastoral care, basic and advanced pastoral care skills, using the scriptures appropriately, hospital visitation, pastoring in the Spirit, and caring for people in crisis. Requires a practicum linked with the student’s local church.
Pastoral Counseling and Conflict Resolution
A study of the major techniques and strategies that can be appropriately and effectively used in counseling individuals, including ways of determining and defining problems as well as helping with the problem. Additional focus on the resolution of conflicts and the processes involved in solving adversarial situations in a Christian manner.
Teaching Methodology I & II — Practicum
A study of spiritual dynamics in effective Bible teaching and principles of learning and teaching, with practice in using creative classroom methods in an actual teaching experience.
Prophetic Leadership I & II — Practicum
Trains, educates and equips those called to the office of the Prophet or Prophetess. Brings clarity to the gifts and functions of the Prophetic ministry, exposes students to its biblical and theological foundations, and addresses operating effectively within Apostolic teams and the sphere of one’s influence.
Apostolic Leadership I & II — Church Planting Practicum
Trains, educates and equips those called to the office of the Apostle. Brings clarity to the gifts and functions of Apostolic ministry, exposes students to its biblical and theological foundations, and addresses recognizing and operating within the Apostolic jurisdiction assigned and the sphere of one’s influence.
Student Expenses and Fees
Paying for Your Education Should Not Be a Burden
KCBS's tuition and fees are constructed to permit a student to entirely pay off their tuition fees before or during the semester, without incurring any debt. This has been solely orchestrated with the liberality of our lecturers. At this time KCBS receives no donations from outside donors. This allows you to immediately begin pursuing God's call on your life in ministry, family, business or further study.
Price Per Credit Hour
| Student Tuition | $95 | per credit hour |
| Registration Fee | $25 | Non Refundable |
| Graduation Fee | $150 |
Discounts
| Audit | 20% | Experience the class lectures without earning credit |
| Faculty | 20% | For current KCBS faculty |
| Alumni | 20% | For KCBS graduates |
None of the above discounts may be combined.
Scholarships
The Linette Rose Murray Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Linette Rose Murray Memorial Scholarship Fund is established to help students who have already completed one semester of study to finish their degree. A limited number of scholarships will be granted each term. You must apply for the scholarship via the form on our website, KCBSchool.org.
Payment of Charges
Students are expected to pay all charges for tuition and fees by the first day of class. All educational costs are the responsibility of the student. College and educational expenses should be considered in advance of registering for classes.
Financial Aid
KCBS welcomes any student financial aid or scholarships that do not violate our doctrinal statement or mission. Due to our college not holding secular accreditation, we are unable to accept Federal Grants or Loans.