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
This comprehensive program consists of eight courses including training in direct ministry to children, teacher training and leading a children’s ministry.
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12 Weeks
The Master Teacher Certificate
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.
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5 Weeks
The Ministry Leadership Certificate
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.
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5 Weeks
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.
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2 weeks