The Graduate Studies Certificate program offers short, limited, and focused theological training. The GSC in Pastoral Care to Women is an ideal program for expanding one’s experience and expertise in the field of ministering to women. Cutting edge ideas increase compassion, understanding, and skills for ministry. The solid biblical base brings depth and validity to each course. The GSC-PCW program brings a balance of pastoral counsel for women, leadership development, biblical teaching, and program planning. The many changes in society and the church challenge us to reevaluate ministry effectiveness. This program prepares students to serve in church, parachurch, or compassion ministries to women.

A student will complete 16 hours of specialized training, with a 2.5 cumulative grade point average, to earn the Graduate Studies Certificate in Pastoral Care to Women. Courses may be taken on-campus or through distance education. Select courses in the GSC-PCW program may be applied towards a Graduate Studies Diploma in PCW, the M.A. in Ministry and Leadership: PCW Specialization, or the M.Div. Open Track in PCW.

Concentration Courses: 12 credits


PCW511 Pastoral Understanding of Women (2)
PCW512X Women in Pain, Part I (2)
PCW512Y Women in Pain, Part II (2)
PCW513 Women in Leadership (2)
PCW514 Building Relational Ministries for Women (2)
PCW515 Develop and Deliver Life-Changing Messages (2)



Open Electives: 4 credits Students anticipating or considering later applying theses credits towards a 30-hour Graduate Studies Diploma or a master's degree (M.A. or M.Div.) should consult with their advisor to ensure that credits earned in the certificate program will apply toward their future degree program.