Certificate in Christian Leadership
Christians in every vocational field need training in Christian leadership. Fletcher’s Certificate in Christian Leadership provides a ministry certification with practical skills that will serve a wide variety of people, including vocational ministers, educators, business owners, congregational, lay leaders, denominational workers, and military personnel.
Fletcher's Certificate in Christian Leadership Has What Students Are Looking For In a Program.
Forward Thinking
Student Centered
100% Online
Professional Certification
Affordable Certificate in Christian Leadership Classes
How will Fletcher’s Certificate in Christian Leadership benefit students?
“More than ever, Christian leaders are needed to share the love and grace of God with the world. In times when there is more concern about the number of followers someone has or if a video goes viral, Christian Leadership is imperative.
As a participant in the Certificate in Christian Leadership program you will meet instructors who have practical real-world experience and expertise in what it means to lead in changing times. Regardless of your ministry context, our instructors will assist you in recognizing your strengths, provide you with real world examples, introduce you to people who are currently serving in varied ministry contexts, and assist you with communicating God to all you meet.
Ultimately, we want you to complete your studies in Christian leadership equipped to do the work, encouraged for your journey, and ready to engage your identified community. You are today’s leaders. Let us prepare you for the days and years ahead as God continues to use you to be the difference in a rapidly changing world. Love God, love others, change the world!”

Certificate in Christian Leadership Spring 2023 Term
Spring 2023 (1/30 start, 8 weeks):
The Soul of Christian Leadership – Dr. Susan Douglas and Rev. Katie Ivey – Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm
Leadership and Ethics – Rev. Zach Lambert and Rev. David Little – Mondays 7-9pm
Communications in Ministry Leadership – Dr. Jonathan Davis (Asynchronous)
Summer 2023 (6/5 start, 8 weeks):
Systems, Structure, and Strategic Planning (instructor recommendation is with Dr. Don Williford)
Communications in Ministry Leadership (Dr. Jonathan Davis, asynchronous)
Class with Dr. Fredricc Brock and Dr. Anthony Cobbs (TBD title and night)
Zach builds asynchronous Leadership and Ethics
Fall 2023 (9/18 start, 8 weeks):
The Soul of Christian Leadership (asynchronous) facilitator TBD
Leadership and Ethics (asynchronous) facilitator TBD
Communication (asynchronous) facilitator TBD
Contemporary Issues in the Church (Rev. Zach Lambert)
Systems, Structure, and Strategic Planning (live)
New for the Fall:
First class for Certificate in Next Generation Ministry (live)
First class for Certificate in Health and Wellness (live)
Calendar
November 8, Advance Registration for Spring Term
SPRING TERM 2023
January 3 Administrative offices open after Christmas Holiday
January 23 New Student Orientation (Online)
January 30-February 3 Spring Classes Begin (or In Person Seminars)
February 8 Last Date to Register or Change from Credit to Audit
February 22 Last Date to Drop a Course with “W”
February 28 Academic Advising for Summer Term Begins
March 7 Last Date to Withdraw from a Summer 2023 Course
March 14 Advance Registration Begins for the Summer 2023 Term
April 17-21 Final Exams Week (or In Person Seminars)
SUMMER TERM 2023
May 29 New Student Orientation (Online)
June 5 Spring Classes Begin (or In Person Seminars)
June 14 Last Date to Register or Change from Credit to Audit
July 6 Last Date to Drop a Course with “W”
July 12 Academic Advising for Fall Term Begins
July 19 Last Date to Withdraw from a Summer 2023 Course
July 26 Last Date to Withdraw from a Summer 2023 Course
August 21-25 Final Exams Week (or In Person Seminars)
FALL TERM 2023
September 11 New Student Orientation (Online)
September 18 Fall Classes Begin (or In Person Seminars)
September 26 Last Date to Register or Change from Credit to Audit
October 10 Last Date to Drop a Course with “W”
October 16 Academic Advising for Spring and May Terms Begins
November 6 Advance Registration Begins for the Spring 2024 Term
November 13 Last Date to Withdraw from a Fall 2023 Course
November 23-24 Thanksgiving Break
December 4-8 Final Exams Week (or In Person Seminars)
December 18 Christmas Holiday Begins for Administrative Offices
Future Certificate Program Terms
Summer 2023 (6/5 start, 8 weeks):
The Soul of Christian Leadership – Dr. Susan Douglas and Rev. Katie Ivey – Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm
Leadership and Ethics – Rev. Zach Lambert and Rev. David Little, Esq. – Mondays 7-9pm
Communication in Ministry Leadership – Dr. Jonathan Davis (asynchronous)
Fall 2023 (9/18 start, 8 weeks):
The Soul of Christian Leadership (asynchronous) facilitator TBD
Leadership and Ethics (asynchronous) facilitator TBD
Communication, Rev. Dr. Jonathan Davis, (asynchronous)
Contemporary Issues in the Church, Rev. Zach Lambert
Systems, Structure, and Strategic Planning
New for the Fall:
First class for Certificate in Next Generation Ministry
First class for Certificate in Health and Wellness

Obtain Ministry Certification From Anywhere
Our Certificate in Christian Leadership program not only attracts student from San Antonio and Texas, but other states and even other countries. Our first semester we enrolled a church planter who is in the Netherlands. Our Certificate in Christian Leadership classes are flexible and practical, giving you the skills you need for your ministry job or volunteer ministry position.
Fletcher Seminary is serious about practical training, and we provide students at all levels of study with the tools they need to succeed in ministry and nonprofit leadership. In obtaining Fletcher’s online ministry certification, you will gain skills and knowledge to thrive in your place of ministry. In addition to practical skills, by building meaningful relationships with instructors and colleagues through study and prayer, you will experience meaningful spiritual formation for ministry.
Based in San Antonio, Texas, Fletcher Seminary’s staff and faculty reflect the diverse global makeup of the city and surrounding region. We teach students how to think and not what to think, celebrating and embracing diversity as a strength. Additionally, Fletcher Seminary strives to connect with other area nonprofits and faith-based organizations, because partnership is critical in ministry leadership.
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