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Specialized Certificates to Advance Your Ministry and Leadership

Whether you’re seeking clinical expertise, learning to lead in the public square, or building a foundation for graduate study, BST offers certificate programs designed to equip you with practical skills and theological depth for your unique calling.

Our certificate programs provide flexible, accessible pathways to deepen your impact—whether as a standalone credential or integrated into a degree program. Explore our certificates below to find the right fit for your leadership journey.

Flexible, accessible programs – standalone credentials or integrated into degree programs
Clinical training, public theology, and leadership development pathways
Designed for working students with online, remote, and evening options
Accredited and recognized by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS)

Explore our certificates below to find the right fit for your leadership journey.

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MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY CERTIFICATE

Earn a Marriage and Family Therapy Certificate while completing your master’s degree at BST. In partnership with National University, this Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is designed for students seeking academic expertise or working to meet non-clinical state-level requirements for MFT licensure.

4 graduate-level courses (12 credit hours) covering treatment planning, recovery-oriented care, family therapy with children, and couple and sex therapy
Requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Complete alongside your BST master’s degree
5% scholarship available – Total investment $10,283 after scholarship
Applications handled through the BST Admissions Office

PUBLIC THEOLOGY CERTIFICATE

Make your faith public with BST’s Public Theology Certificate—a five-course, 16-month program designed for seminarians, clergy, and faith leaders who want to lead with purpose in both the church and the public square. Offered in partnership with Faith in Action, this program equips you with practical skills in faith-based organizing and theological depth.

Complete in 16 months – 5 courses including 2 core courses at BST and 2 electives from GTU/UC Berkeley
One-semester internship with a mentor in your field of interest
Online and remote formats for flexible learning
Standalone certificate or integrated into any BST degree program
Access to world-class GTU and UC Berkeley resources

Training in Christian Leadership Certificate

Ready to step into impactful leadership roles in your church or community? BST’s Training in Christian Leadership (TCL) offers a clear, step-by-step pathway from certificate to accredited master’s degree. Start with foundational skills, expand your expertise, and seamlessly transition into a full master’s program.

Certificate in Community Leadership – 6 courses, complete in 1 year
BA Equivalency Certificate – 14 additional courses, 1.5 additional years
Transition to accredited master’s – MCL, MDiv, or MTS (100% online option available)
Fast and affordable track with schedules for working students (nights, weekends, intensives)
All coursework accredited by ATS – stackable credentials at every stage

Find the Certificate That's Right for You

Whether you’re building clinical skills, leading in the public sphere, or creating a foundation for graduate study, BST has a certificate program designed for your goals. Fill out the form above to connect with our admissions team and discover your next step.