Microcredentials

Church Leadership Microcredentials

As the scope of responsibility for local church leaders expands, the need for church leaders to obtain knowledge and training increases. These microcredentials will offer supplemental instruction on relevant topics for church board members and ministry leaders as they serve the greater Christian community.

Next enrolment
Starts any time!
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Delivery
Online
Cost
$99 per microcredential
Length
6-8 hours
per microcredential
Study Options
3 microcredentials
taken one at a time or concurrently
Starts
Any time
Credential
Digital badge
upon completion of all microcredentials
Overview

The landscape of the local church is evolving, and church leaders–who are often volunteers–are encountering a widening scope of responsibility for which they may have little to no training. Through short, online modules on administration, human resources and congregational care, Redeemer’s Church Leadership microcredential equips church leaders, administrators, board members and volunteers with a variety of practical leadership skills to better serve their churches and wider communities.

Learning Outcomes

Through the Church Leadership Microcredentials, a successful learner will:

  • Enhance abilities in administration, finance, strategic planning and human resources
  • Develop skills in recruiting staff, managing volunteers and fostering healthy church culture
  • Strengthen foundations in congregational care, small group leadership and conflict resolution
Microcredentials
Planning, Meetings and Financial Acuity Available Now!

Learn how to approach matters of administration and finance with confidence to ensure institutional health and fruitful ministry. This microcredential covers topics such as budgeting and fundraising, strategic vision, decision making and meeting management.

Instructor(s): Dr. Bill DeJong; Leanne Bosscher, CPA
Human Resources and Healthy Communities Available February 2025

Learn how to manage people effectively and ensure a supported and safe ministry environment. This microcredential covers topics such as recruiting and developing staff, creating a healthy church workplace, managing volunteers and implementing safe policies.

Congregational Care and Discipleship Available Spring 2025

Learn how to create a healthy congregational culture in which people are discipled effectively and shepherded compassionately. This microcredential covers topics such as small groups, weddings and funerals, demographic sensitivity, cultural challenges and responding to human brokenness.

Instructors
Dr. Bill DeJong, PhD

Bill DeJong, PhD, is Faculty Chaplain at Redeemer University and served as a pastor and church planter for over 30 years.

Leanne Bosscher, CPA

Leanne Bosscher, CPA, is Manager of Financial Reporting at Hamilton Health Sciences and a local church treasurer.

Why Study Church Leadership Microcredentials at Redeemer?
Delivery
Cost
Who Should Take this Program
  • Pastors and ministry leaders looking to enhance their biblical leadership skills
  • Church board or consistory/session members seeking training in administration, pastoral care and human resources
  • Volunteers looking to increase their involvement in the church community
Admissions Requirements
  • No admissions requirements
  • Open to all learners ages 18 and up
What is a Microcredential?
Microcredentials are focused learning opportunities designed to enhance skills and expertise. They provide industry-specific qualifications and adapt quickly to changing trends and needs in various sectors.
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