The Diploma in Pastoral Care (DPC) from our Bible Institute is a specialized program designed to offer students a foundational understanding of biblical and theological concepts. These programs are primarily for individuals seeking a deeper knowledge of the Bible, its teachings, and the overarching themes of Christian theology.
Upon completion, graduates don’t just walk away with a diploma; they carry with them a profound appreciation for the rich tapestry of Scripture and a solid theological foundation to navigate life’s spiritual journey.
Prerequisites: Certificate in Christian Ministry
Requirements: Successfully complete ten (10) courses in our Diploma in Pastoral Care course track.
Course Instructions
1. You must complete each lesson in the course. After you complete the requirements for a lesson/session, go to the Activity Feed and post a comment about something that interested or impacted you as you worked through the lesson. Your comment needs to be well thought out and at least 75 words. These posts will be counted as part of the writing requirement for the course so please write well thought out comments on what you are learning in the lesson. Please start your comment by referring to the course name and session or lesson number of the course. You also need to post comments on two other students recent comments on courses they are currently taking.
2. After you have completed all of the lessons in the course, you will need to write and submit a 750 word paper on three things that have made an impact on you during the course. At the Diploma Level, it is very important that your paper is written according to OBI guidelines.
Click here if you need information on How to Write a Paper. Your forum posts can be helpful in writing your paper.
Course List
In order to earn the Diploma in Pastoral Care from our Bible Institute you will need to complete each of the following ten (10) courses. You may take them in any order you wish.
Undergrad Level Courses from Blue Letter Bible Institute
At Blue Letter Bible Institute (BLBI) you can take courses in major areas of Christian belief and practice.
You will need to sign up and log in to the Blue Letter Bible Institute to access the courses. You can login by clicking here Blue Letter Bible Institute.
Once you complete a course with a satisfactory grade at Blue Letter Bible Institute (BLBI), you can print out a certificate for yourself and then you need to email us a copy so we can record it as a completed course in your school record. This is required in addition to the requirements given above in the Course Instructions.
Servant Leadership (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
Counseling God’s Way (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
Undergrad Level Courses from Trinity Video Seminary
Trinity Video Seminary is bringing the best of theological education online to students around the world. TV Seminary offers videotaped and interactive online classes from the best teachers in Biblical studies, Systematic Theology and Practical Theology.
You will need to sign up and log in to TV Seminary to access the courses. You can login by clicking here TV Seminary.
Intro to Pastoral Care and Counseling (TV Seminary)
Church Discipline (TV Seminary)
Undergrad Level Courses from Biblical Training Institute
All of these classes are taught by some of the finest faculty, handpicked from major seminaries.
You will need to sign up and log in to the Biblical Training Institute to access the courses. You can login by clicking here Biblical Training Institute Login.
History of Philosophy and Christian Thought (Biblical Training Institute)
Undergrad Level Courses from Mints International Seminary
MINTS International Seminary was founded in 2000 as a Missionary Seminary.
Christian Marriage and Family (MINTS)
Pastoral Principles and Practice (MINTS)
Issues for African Church Leaders in the 21st Century (MINTS)
These completed courses can also be applied towards our Associate and Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Degrees.
