Academics

Program Descriptions

The Children’s Ministries Institute® (CMI®) offers several different diploma and certificate programs. Each has a distinct emphasis and time commitment. Read through the descriptions below to find the one best suited to your needs.

 

Programs of Study

Children’s Ministries Institute Diploma**

(12 Week Program)
This comprehensive program consists of eight courses including training in direct ministry to children, teacher training and leading a children’s ministry.

The entire diploma program is offered on campus. Certain modules are available online.

**Child Evangelism Fellowship® (CEF®)staff members are required to take the CMI 12 week diploma program. Staff members may choose to take part of that 12 week training online, but certain courses must be taken on campus.

The Master Teacher Certificate

(5 Week Program)
The program is designed for students who desire to concentrate on training for direct ministries to children.  The Master Teacher certificate will be awarded to the student upon the successful completion of four courses in children’s ministry.

This entire certificate program is offered on campus and will also be completely available online at a later date.  On campus and online courses can be combined to meet the requirements of this program.

The Ministry Leadership Certificate 

(5 Week Program)
This challenging ministry leadership program is designed to equip men and women with the basic leadership principles and skills required to organize and lead a children’s ministry in CEF, the local church or in other parachurch organizations.

This certificate program is offered on campus.  Leadership Essentials is also offered online.  On campus and online courses can be combined to meet the requirements of this program.

Instructor of Teachers Credentials

Child Evangelism Fellowship desires to train committed Christians who are capable of training other adults through the Teaching Children Effectively program. Attendance to the Instructor of Teachers courses is by invitation only by a Child Evangelism Fellowship worker.

Those who satisfactorily complete the two week intensive Instructor of Teachers courses and required post course practicums under supervision receive a credential from the Department of Education authorizing them as instructors of teachers.

Seminars

Seminars that cover various topics related to direct ministry to children are available online. Biblical principles and practical ideas are clearly communicated in each seminar. They can be taken at a self study pace. No credit can be earned towards another program of study. These seminars will only be offered online. Many seminars are available FREE!

FREE Demonstrations

Bible lesson, missionary story, memory verse, and song demonstrations are available FREE online. As you watch these demonstrations to help you prepare to teach, you will see the elements that should be included as well as interactive ideas to help keep the children engaged as you teach. They can be viewed at any time. No credit can be earned towards another program of study.

On Campus and Online Course Transfer

Students are able to combine both on campus and online courses to complete their degree program.
Please note that Child Evangelism Fellowship® (CEF®)staff members are required to complete the Children’s Ministries Institute diploma program.  Staff members may choose to take part of that 12 week training online, but certain courses must be taken on campus.

Continuing Education

CM201 Teaching Little Kids