Certificate in Pastoral Ministry

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Graduate Studies in Theology

Department of Theology & Religious Studies

Villanova offers an academically rigorous graduate Certificate Program in Pastoral Ministry that welcomes applicants interested in the study of Pastoral Ministry within the Catholic Christian theological tradition.

Our Certificate Program

is jointly administered by the Department of Theology and Religious Studies and Campus Ministry. advances theological and ministerial studies within our Augustinian tradition and prepares you to become a responsible Church minister, educator, and leader. requires you to develop a concentration in Pastoral Ministry and take courses that fulfill the specific needs and professional objectives of this concentration. is independent of the MA in Theology degree program. You may be enrolled in the Certificate program only or pursue the Certificate in combination with our MA in Theology Program. is modeled after the inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary nature of our MA in Theology program. The program includes coursework in theological, ministerial, and interdisciplinary studies and a practicum in Pastoral Ministry. Courses are taught by faculty members in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies and the Department of Education and Human Services. combines academic studies in Theology and Pastoral Ministry with practical training in ministerial contexts.	By promoting the study of Catholic Christian Theology and its ministerial dimensions, the Certificate program advances the University’s Augustinian identity and vision: “doing” theology, fostering Christian intellectual and moral perspectives, and applying the Catholic faith in every area of human activity.

	Candidates interested in our Campus Ministry Internship Program, please visit this page.

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