Certificate in Faith and Health
The interdisciplinary Certificate in Faith and Health is designed to provide core concepts to support parish nurses, health ministers and clergy in ministries of health. The certificate can provide a concentration within the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry degree program or stand alone for non-degree seeking students. Options in course format include one-week intensive classes on campus and online classes.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Certificate in Faith and Health program is managed through the North Park Theological Seminary. For additional details and to request an application, please contact the Seminary Admissions department directly at (773) 244-5530.
Course of Study
| Required Course |
Semester Hours |
| BIBL 6263 Biblical Perspectives on Health and Healing or THEO 5171 Theology of Caring and Health |
3 |
| Electives (9-12 hours from among the following) |
Semester Hours |
| MNST 5130 Engaging Congregations in Ministries of Health |
3 |
| MNST 5131 Spiritual Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability |
3 |
| THEO 5175 Ethics of Caring and Health |
3 |
| MNST 6246 Experiences of the Body in Pastoral Ministry |
3 |
MNST 6303 Religion, Spirituality, and Health |
3 |
| MNST 5137 Faith, Health, and Community Development |
3 |
| MNST 6302 Connecting Faith and Health in the Congregation |
3 |
| MNST 7206 Christian Spirituality and Health |
3 |
| MNST 5132 Reflections on Health Ministry Practice |
1 |
| MNST 7190 Topics in Faith and Health |
1-3 |
| SPFM 6303 Spiritual Formation: Embodiment |
1 |
| SPMF 5202 Spiritual Practices |
1 |
Total Semester Hours Required: |
15 |