The Doctor of Ministry is a professional degree providing qualified students the opportunity to achieve a high level of excellence in the practice of ministry. The degree is built on prerequisites including the Master of Divinity degree or equivalent theological preparation, high intellectual achievement and professional capability, and substantial professional experience in ministry.
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Program Elements (12 hours)
Program Overview Workshop 2 hours
Mid-Career Assessment 2 hours
Project Design Workshop 2 hours
Project Implementation and Writing 6 hours
Specialization Seminars (9 hours)
3 Required @ 3 hours each
Elective Seminars (9 hours)
3 Seminars @ 3 hours each chosen from any seminar offered in the ProDoc program
Proficiency Seminars* (6 hours)
2 Seminars @ 3 hours each,
For applicants without an MDiv Degree (or equivalency);specific seminar options determined by ProDoc Administrators
*NOTE Proficiency Seminars must be successfully completed by the Mid-Career Assessment Workshop.
TOTAL: 36 hours
COMPLETION TIME: 3-6 years
*Advanced Standing. Students with an MDiv or its equivalent of an accredited institution will be granted advanced standing and the two proficiency seminars waived (6 hours).