1-Year to Spur Your Faith
The certificate program at Trinity College of Florida, is designed for those who want to enhance their knowledge of the faith and grow in wisdom. These short 1-year programs are intended for lay leaders of the church or anyone who desires to know the Bible to a fuller sense. The certificate programs are great for those who already have completed their degree but would like to study the Bible at an academic level.
We also offer Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts programs for those who are looking to grow in their faith and knowledge of the Lord.
Certificate in Apologetics and Christian Evidences
Certificate in Apologetics
and Christian Evidences
Department Chair: Stuart E. Parsons, Ph.D.
The Certificate in Apologetics and Christian Evidences is for students who wish to be equipped to deal with the philosophical and theological issues that increasingly arise in evangelism and missions directed to atheists or those who hold to other major world religions.
Graduation Requirements
All of the following requirements must be met in order to receive a Certificate in Apologetics and Christian Evidences from Trinity College:
- Completion of at least 18 credits in residence at Trinity College
- Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours with at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average
- Satisfactory completion of all requirements of the Certificate of Apologetics and Christian Evidences curriculum
- Continued evidence of a consistent genuine Christian testimony
- Continued essential agreement with the Doctrinal Statement of the College
- Satisfactory fulfillment of all financial obligations to the College. No certificate will be granted or transcript provided to a student with an outstanding financial obligation to the College.
- Affirmative recommendation for graduation by the faculty, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the Board of Trustees.
Certificate Requirements (Total required credits: 30) Suggested One-Year Schedule:
| Required Courses: | Choose 4 Courses: | |||||
| THEO4311 | Apologetics | 3 | THEO4301 | Contemporary Ethical Issues | 3 | |
| MISS1301 | World Missions and Religions | 3 | THEO4312 | Advanced Apologetics | 3 | |
| ISC1502 | Darwinism and Intelligent Design | 3 | THEO4302 | Issues in Science and Theology | 3 | |
| THEO3301 | Systematic Theology I | 3 | THEO3322 | Contemporary Issues in Theology and Ethics | 3 | |
| BIBL4301 | Romans | 3 | MISS4301 | World Religions | 3 | |
| THEO3303 | C.S. Lewis: Apostle to the Skeptics | 3 | BIBL1311 | Old Testament Law and History | 3 | |
| BIBL1322 | Old Testament Poetry and Prophecy | 3 | ||||
| BIBL2321 | New Testament History and Letters | 3 | ||||
| BIBL2301 | Life and Revelation of Christ | 3 | ||||
Certificate in Biblical Studies
Certificate of Biblical Studies
Department Chair: Stuart E. Parsons, Ph.D.
The Certificate of Biblical Studies is for students who want a biblical foundation prior to pursuing education or training at a non-Christian institution or for those who already have a degree but are seeking additional instruction in Biblical studies. The Certificate is also appropriate for lay workers in local churches who sense a need for Biblical education. This program may also help a student to meet the requirements of various mission boards.
Graduation Requirements
All of the following requirements must be met in order to receive a Certificate of Biblical Studies from Trinity College:
- Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 30 semester credit hours with at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average including completion of the Certificate of Biblical Studies curriculum, Chapel, and Christian Service requirements. The final 26 credit hours must be completed in residence at Trinity College.
- Satisfactory completion of all Trinity College assessment procedures
- Continued evidence of a consistent, genuine, Christian testimony
- Continued essential agreement with the Doctrinal Statement of the College
- Satisfactory fulfillment of all financial obligations to the College. No certificate will be granted or transcript provided to a student with an outstanding financial obligation to the College.
- Affirmative recommendation for graduation by the faculty, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the Board of Trustees.
Certificate Requirements (Total required credits: 30) Suggested One-Year Schedule:
| Fall Semester -15 Credits | Spring Semester – 15 Credits | |||||
| ENC1101 | Freshman Composition I | 3 | ENC1102 | Freshman Composition II | 3 | |
| BIBL1311 | Old Testament Law and History | 3 | BIBL1322 | Old Testament Poetry and Prophecy | 3 | |
| GNMN1302 | Evangelism and Discipleship | 3 | MISS1301 | World Missions and Religions | 3 | |
| BIBL2301 | Life and Revelation of Christ | 3 | BIBL2321 | New Testament History and Letters | 3 | |
| BIBL2331 | Hermeneutics | 3 | BIBL2000 | Bible or Theology Elective | 3 | |
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Is Trinity College of Florida accredited?
ACCREDITATION:
Trinity College of Florida is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (U.S. Department of Education database)
APPROVALS:
- Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education. Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400, toll-free telephone number (888) 224-6684.
- Trinity College is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students, and
- United States Department of Education for Federal Pell Grants and other Federal financial aid programs, and
- Approved to enable the certified veteran to gain financial supplement for education.
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)
- Association of Business Administrators of Christian Colleges (ABACC)
- Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
- Christian Library Consortium
- Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA)
- Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (FACCS)
- Florida Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (FASFAA)
- National Association of Independent Colleges & Universities (NAICU)
- United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA)
How long does it take to complete a certificate program?
The Certificate Programs are designed to be a 30 credit one year programs.
Some students attend completely online, others attend on campus. The on-campus courses are the traditional 16-week semesters in the fall and spring each year. The online courses are two 8-week modules (Spring A) and then (Spring B). Summer courses are available but may not offer courses that are offered in the spring and fall semesters.
How much is tuition?
Tuition for full-time (12-18 credits per semester) is $7,600. Students enrolled in 19 credits and above are billed at a rate of $510 per credit hour.
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What funds or financial aid is available for certificate programs?
Financial Aid is available for qualifying students who wish to attend full time and complete a certificate program. Contact the Financial Aid office for assistance.
