Central Philippine Nazarene College
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St. Mary's Drive, Apas Cebu City
Program Design

Ministry Education Programs of CPNC

A. Basic Program and Design

The Ministry Education Programs at Central Philippine Nazarene College (CPNC) are designed to equip students for Christian ministry, provide ministerial credentials, and prepare them for ordination as determined by the Church.

These programs are ladderized and structured into two distinct tracks based on educational background and ministry goals.

Track One: Non-College Level

Open to individuals regardless of formal education.

  • • Grade 10 completers
  • • K–12 graduates
  • • College graduates
  • • Limited English proficiency learners

Track Two: College Level (CHED Recognized)

For students pursuing recognized degrees.

  • • K–12 graduates
  • • College graduates
  • • Must be proficient in English

B. Description of the Programs

CPNC’s programs align with APNTS Course of Study and prepare students for ministry and ordination.

Certificate of Lay Ministry (CLM)

Designed for laypersons actively serving in ministry roles without pursuing ordination.

Graduation Requirements

  • • Completion of 6 courses
  • • Character and ministry assessment
  • • Minimum grade of 75%

Christian Leadership Certificate (CLC)

Provides deeper training in Bible and ministry (12 courses / 36 units).

Graduation Requirements

  • • Completion of 12 courses
  • • Spiritual and ministry evaluation
  • • Minimum grade of 75%

Certificate of Christian Ministry (CCM)

24-course program fulfilling ordination requirements (non-CHED).

Graduation Requirements

  • • Completion of 24 courses
  • • Ministry readiness assessment
  • • Minimum grade of 75%

Diploma of Ministry (DipMin)

Transferable program (72 units) leading toward a bachelor’s degree.

Graduation Requirements

  • • Completion of 24 courses
  • • Character and ministry evaluation
  • • Minimum grade of 75%
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