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Undergraduate Certification Plan
Certificate of Missions
Prepare to Fulfill The Great Commission
The Missions Certificate Program is designed to prepare individuals for cross-cultural missionary work and to support them in carrying out the Great Commission of spreading the Gospel to all nations. The program combines theological training, practical skills development, and cultural awareness to equip participants for effective and holistic mission work. It focuses on nurturing a deep understanding of God's heart for the nations, developing cross-cultural communication skills, and preparing individuals for the challenges and opportunities of engaging in mission work in diverse contexts.
12 Credit Hours | Online | On-Campus
- Develop a Missions-Focused Theological Foundation.
- Become equipped with practical skills for the mission field.
- Learn with an emphasis on Scripture and its historical and modern impact.
Program Goals
- Engage in a comprehensive study of the biblical basis for missions, the missional nature of God, and the biblical mandate to reach unreached people groups.
- Provide cultural studies and training that equip individuals to navigate and appreciate diverse cultural contexts while remaining faithful to the Gospel message.
- Equip participants with practical skills necessary for successful mission work, including training in evangelism and discipleship, intercultural communication, leadership development, community development, and other relevant skills based on the specific context and needs of the mission field.
- Foster spiritual formation, discipleship, and a lifelong commitment to missions.
Featured Courses
- MI 330: Understanding People Groups in Biblical Perspective
- MI 101: Introduction to Missions
- MI 110: Cross-Cultural Missions
- MI 201: Personal Evangelism
Cornerstone College & Seminary recognizes the need for flexibility in higher education, which is why we offer both on-campus and online classes.
Students have the option to choose the format that works best for them based on their schedule, learning style, and location. On-campus classes provide a traditional classroom experience where students can interact face-to-face with professors and peers. Online classes, on the other hand, offer a more flexible approach to learning that allows for convenient scheduling and the ability to work from any location with internet access. Both types of classes are taught by highly qualified instructors who are committed to providing students with a quality education.
Cornerstone College & Seminary offers Military and VA benefits to better equip active and non-active Military personnel.
Cornerstone College & Seminary offeres two course types:
Embrace Cornerstone's community with 16-week on-campus courses or balance your work and studies with our flexible 8-week online courses that fit your schedule and needs.
CCS is one of the highest-quality, lowest-priced, online and in-person Christian Colleges in the nation.
Become Equipped for Kingdom Work
With over 24 degree programs at all levels, CCS offers the education you need to answer your call. Cornerstone provides a Christ-centered pathway to a theological and professional education that fully equips our students for kingdom work in the church and in the world.
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Certificate of Missions
2-12 Months | 12 Credit Hours
Next Start Date
January 13, 2025
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Why Choose Cornerstone College of VA?
You will learn from dedicated faculty with deep scriptural knowledge and practical ministry experience.
Biblically based curriculum you can trust. Courses and lessons are based on real-world application of God’s truth.
CCS is learner focused, with smaller class sizes allowing a quicker and more intimate way to deepen your understanding of your ministry and leadership skills.
At Cornerstone, I am able to take courses at cheaper tuition rates than other colleges. Plus, the professors are very friendly and every class feels personal.
Daniel Gowaty CCS Student