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Ministry Foundation Certificate

About the Course

The Ministry Foundation Certificate (MFC) is a Regents Theological College validated course and is one of the ways you can complete the requirement for theological studies if you are thinking of applying for the Elim Ministry.

The MFC provides you with foundational knowledge as you embark on your ministry journey by offering a range of essential modules crafted and designed to give you an understanding of the key areas necessary at the start of your ministry.

If you are interested in completing the University of Chester validated degree course to fulfil the theological studies requirement please click here.

Mode of Learning

The Regents course is comprised of 6 modules (4 mandatory and 2 optional) which are delivered through focused teaching weeks on our Malvern campus. The flexible approach to the course allows entry at three different points during the year as you can begin in January, March or October.

The course can be completed over 1 or 2 years.

There are written and practical assessments during the course, with the opportunity to tailor them to your specific context.

Mandatory and Optional Modules

Mandatory modules:
Biblical Interpretation, Evangelism and Apologetics, Introduction to Christian Doctrine, Pentecostal Worship and Practice.

Each mandatory module is assessed with one piece of written work and one practical assignment.

Optional modules:
Preparation for Leadership in Ministry, Church History, Youth Ministry Culture and Context, Pentecostal Theology, Introduction to Practical Theology, Theology in the Public Sphere, The Torah: Theology and Reception, Pastoring and Preaching, Gospel and Acts and Pastoral Care: Theory and Skills.

The calendar for all Ministry Foundation Certificate modules can be found here.

Course Leader

Rev. Jenny Kimble BSc, MA

Jenny has been part of Regents Theological College since 2007 when she began an undergraduate programme, going on to gain an MA in Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies. Prior to that, she completed a BSc (Hons) in Human Biology, subsequently working as a Scripture Union Schools Worker in Letchworth. Following her undergraduate studies at Regents, Jenny was Youth Worker and Minister in Training (MIT) in Warrington, and became an Assistant Minister in High Wycombe after being ordained in 2011. Jenny joined the Regents faculty in 2015, currently serves on the leadership team of a local Elim church and has previously worked as a hospital chaplain. Her current research interests include social identity in Christian contexts and the role of placements within theological training.

Dean of Undergraduate Studies & Ministry Foundation Certificate Course Leader

Jenny has been part of Regents Theological College since 2007 when she began an undergraduate programme, going on to gain an MA in Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies. Prior to that, she completed a BSc (Hons) in Human Biology, subsequently working as a Scripture Union Schools Worker in Letchworth. Following her undergraduate studies at Regents, Jenny was Youth Worker and Minister in Training (MIT) in Warrington, and became an Assistant Minister in High Wycombe after being ordained in 2011. Jenny joined the Regents faculty in 2015, currently serves on the leadership team of a local Elim church and has previously worked as a hospital chaplain. Her current research interests include social identity in Christian contexts and the role of placements within theological training.

Validation and Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the MFC, however please note that students are expected to be computer literate as we send all information electronically, and communicate by e-mail. As a Regents Theological College student you will also be expected to submit all assessments electronically. Suitability for the course is ascertained from the completed application form and will be followed up by a telephone conversation with the Course Leader.

Please be aware that while there is no requirement for completion of a self-declaration form or DBS check for the MFC, those students who go on to apply for the Elim Ministry will be required to complete both a self-declaration form and an enhanced DBS check as part of that process.


Awards

Those who successfully complete the course will receive a Regents Theological College certificate.

Whilst successful completion of the course does not guarantee you a place on the Elim Minister in Training Programme (MIT), theological studies are a requirement prior to an application. You can start your application process after successfully completing 2 MFC modules if you have completed the other requirements of the Elim Ministry office including attendance at an “Exploring Elim Ministry” seminar.

Course Fees

For course fees, please visit our college fees page here.

Please note that because the MFC is not a university validated course, it is not possible to apply for student loan funding.

How to Apply

The next entry point for the MFC is 16th October 2023 for Biblical Interpretation. Applications for October entry will close on 10th September 2023. After this the next entry point will 8th January 2024 for Introduction to Christian Doctrine.

To apply, please click here.

For more information about applying to become a pastor within the Elim Ministry please click here