Certificate of Graduate Studies in Worship & Media

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 12

Next Session Start: January 13, 2025

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The Certificate in Worship & Media, offered online, is a graduate-level certificate that can give you a deeper understanding of key aspects of worship ministry and of the tools and technology that support authentic worship in contemporary contexts. This certificate is for non-degree-seeking students only. Whether you’re a pastor, worship leader or Christian music artist looking to enhance your knowledge in music, media and creative storytelling, this program can help you develop creative approaches to worship while gaining sound theological and ministerial training.

Courses offer training in:

Integrating software and web-based tools in contemporary worship.
Incorporating psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.
Leading an effective worship team.
Developing meaningful and purposeful liturgy. You’ll also explore Internet, social media and mobile media marketing theories, strategies and tools to help you widen the impact of your worship opportunities.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

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Career Opportunities

This certificate may help you grow as an expert in your field and advance your calling as a lay minister, pastor or nonprofit team member.

Featured Courses

Featured Courses
Code	Name	Credits
DIV 500	Graduate Foundations for Divinity	2	Provides the knowledge, resources, and essential skills needed for success at the graduate level. Topics include academic writing, online learning, information literacy and advising and support services for Divinity students.
PMIN 607	Technology & Media in Ministry	3	Application of digital tools and technology to ministry including website development, blogging, social networks, audio/video streaming and email newsletters. Develops skills to effectively integrate digital online media content for ministry settings such as pastoral ministry, worship, evangelism, missions, marketplace ministry and others.
PMIN 630	Worship & Formation	3	The worship leader as a catalyst for spiritual development and effectiveness in ministry. Focuses on effective leadership, corporate worship expression and experience, and missional application in ministry settings.
PMIN 631	Biblical Worship	3	Nature, forms and functions of worship in Scripture and their contemporary relevance. Emphasizes the expression of worship in ministry as a fundamental source for personal and congregational transformation.
PMIN 632	Psalms Hymns & Spiritual Songs	3	Worship and liturgical forms based on Scripture, testimony, and spontaneous expressions through the Holy Spirit. Explores songwriting for the church and creative expression in worship arts and their implementation in the church.
PMIN 633	Models of Worship	3	Creative forms of worship that provide opportunities to encounter God. Includes liturgical development, current trends, and worship curating. Emphasis is on practical implementation of transformational worship in ministry settings.
PMIN 634	Worship Leader	3	Worship team management including planning, platform, and personal communication skills. The use of digital aids in worship planning and overview of interface between worship and sound, lighting and visual arts.

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Admissions Requirements

2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

Session	Semester Check-In	Session Start Date
Session A	Friday, August 9	Monday, August 19
Session M	Friday, September 6	Monday, September 16
Session B	Friday, October 11	Monday, October 21
Session C	Wednesday, January 8	Monday, January 13
Session T	Friday, January 31	Monday, February 10
Session D	Friday, March 7	Monday, March 17
Session E	Friday, May 2	Monday, May 12
Session F	Friday, June 13	Monday, June 23

Certificate programs are designed for those seeking professional development through continuing education for ministers and pastors. Students earn graduate credit that can be applied toward a ministry degree program if further study is desired. Certificate students wishing to earn an academic degree must apply separately to that degree program and meet full admission requirements. Acceptance into a certificate program does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.

Application Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Tuition & Fees

2024-25 Tuition Rates

Certificate of Graduate Studies	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Total Credits	Tuition Cost for Certificate
Biblical Languages	$530	12	$6,360
Biblical Studies	$530	12	$6,360
Christian Theology	$530	12	$6,360
Church History	$530	12	$6,360
Church Leadership	$530	12	$6,360
Online Ministry	$530	12	$6,360
Spiritual Formation	$530	12	$6,360
Worship & Media	$530	12	$6,360

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$700

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

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