Certification Application Process
To apply for certification please fill out an application (HERE) and have your local church pastor fill out a pastoral recommendation form (DOWNLOAD HERE) . If you have any issues with your application or recommendation form contact us at CDM.SM.CERTIFICATION@pcanet.org.
Please read all forms carefully and fill them out completely before submitting or turning them in. Applications and pastoral recommendation forms are due by July 1st, 2024. Both forms must be submitted to be considered for the certification program. Classes are scheduled to begin in September 2024.
Certification Cost
The cost of certification for the 2024 class is $1800 + $25 application fee.
The certification cost includes:
- 12 months of certification courses
- Online platform, video teaching, & downloadable resources
- Continuous coaching from experienced faculty
- The registration cost to the Student Ministry Conference in October 2024 and some meals.
The cost of certification does not cover lodging for the Student Ministry Conference in October 2024 or the required books needed for the courses. Books can be purchased at a discounted cost through the PCA Bookstore. www.pcabookstore.com. A list of the required books is on the website under application process.
A non-refundable $25 application fee is due with your application.
The $1800 is due when certification begins in September.
Certification Application Process
To apply for certification please fill out an application (HERE) and have your local church pastor fill out a pastoral recommendation form (DOWNLOAD HERE) . If you have any issues with your application or recommendation form contact us at CDM.SM.CERTIFICATION@pcanet.org.
Please read all forms carefully and fill them out completely before submitting or turning them in. Applications and pastoral recommendation forms are due by July 1st, 2023. Both forms must be submitted to be considered for the certification program. Classes are scheduled to begin in September 2023
Certification Cost
The cost of certification for the 2023 class is $1700 + $25 application fee.
The certification cost includes:
- 12 months of certification courses
- Online platform, video teaching, & downloadable resources
- Continuous coaching from experienced faculty
- The registration cost to the Student Ministry Conference in October 2023. The registration cost (approx.. $300 for non-certification participants) includes conference registration, lodging, and meals.
The cost of certification does not cover the required books needed for the courses. Books can be purchased at a discounted cost through the PCA Bookstore. www.pcabookstore.com. A list of the required books is on the website under application process.
A non-refundable $25 application fee is due with your application.
The $1700 is due when certification begins in September.
Certification Forms
Student Ministry Certification Program Syllabus
