what can i do with a certificate in church work

A certificate in church work will provide you with a broad background in understanding the Bible and Christian beliefs as well as the church and how it functions. It would be possible upon graduation to gain an entry-level position in a church or religion institution, however, most positions would require additional graduate or seminary training 

It is possible to combine a religion major with other compatible majors, such as education, sociology or social work, psychology, communication, English, or music. These combinations could help to prepare you for work in a Christian school, in church related social services, music work, or in Christian media, both publishing and broadcasting  

Some Related Organizations:

American Association of Theological Schools
P.O. Box 130
Vandalia, Ohio 45377  

International Christian Youth Exchange
74 Trinity Place, Room 610
New York,New York 10006
www.icye.org 

National Religious Broadcasters, Inc.
P.O. Box 2254R
Moorestown, New Jersey 07960
www.nrb.org 

Youth For Christ, International
360 South Main Place
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
www.gospelcom.net 

Some Related Personal Values and Attributes:
  • helping others learn and succeed 
  • achievement 
  • recognition and appreciation from 
  • intellectual growth 
  • fondness for and dedication to human potential 
  • sensitive, warm attitude 
  • patience 
  • endurance 
  • integrity 
  • enthusiasm 
  • objectivity 

Some Related Occupations:

Christian Education Director
Correctional Officer
Hospital Chaplain
Overseas Missionary
Writer/Publisher
Church Music Director
Counselor
Ordained Minister
Social or Voluntary Service Worker
Youth Worker 

Some Related Skills:
  • Ability to persuade and influence others 
  • Proficiency in interpersonal communication 
  • Intellectual capacity to perform well in most undergraduate and graduate curriculum 
  • Able to relate and interact with people of differing personalities and backgrounds 
  • Aptitude for leadership 
  • Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations 
  • Understanding of educational theories 
  • Broad background of knowledge 
  • Ability to organize and maintain accurate records 
  • Proficiency in one or more specialty areas 
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Sources include: College Majors and Careers, Occupational Outlook Handbook