2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of Youth Ministry, or an equivalent qualification from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty
Youth Ministry
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
RELATED PROGRAMS
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Youth Pastor
Youth Ministry Leader
Christian Counselor
Discipleship Coordinator
Campus Ministry Worker
Church Ministry Coordinator
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Youth Ministry (Dip.YM) is a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for effective ministry among youth in churches, schools, communities, and mission settings. This program combines biblical studies, youth leadership development, discipleship principles, counseling skills, and practical ministry training to equip students to mentor, inspire, and guide young people toward spiritual maturity and Christ-centered living.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Youth Ministry Foundations
Biblical Leadership Development
Effective Youth Discipleship
Pastoral Care Skills
Christian Mentoring Practices
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DYM 101 |
Introduction to Youth Ministry |
3 |
|
DYM 102 |
Biblical Foundations for Youth Work |
3 |
|
DYM 103 |
Spiritual Formation and Personal Devotion |
3 |
|
DYM 104 |
Principles of Adolescent Development |
2 |
|
DYM 105 |
English for Ministry Studies I |
2 |
|
DYM 106 |
Ministry Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DYM 111 |
Pastoral Care for Youth |
3 |
|
DYM 112 |
Life and Teachings of Jesus (Applied to Youth) |
3 |
|
DYM 113 |
Youth Leadership Principles |
3 |
|
DYM 114 |
Church History I (Youth in Early Church) |
3 |
|
DYM 115 |
English for Ministry Studies II |
2 |
|
DYM 116 |
Ministry Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DYM 201 |
Evangelism and Discipleship among Youth |
3 |
|
DYM 202 |
Contemporary Issues in Youth Ministry |
3 |
|
DYM 203 |
Systematic Theology for Youth Ministry |
3 |
|
DYM 204 |
Counseling Techniques for Adolescents |
3 |
|
DYM 205 |
Event Planning and Program Management |
2 |
|
DYM 206 |
Ministry Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DYM 211 |
Youth Culture and Society |
3 |
|
DYM 212 |
Leadership and Team Development in Ministry |
3 |
|
DYM 213 |
Christian Ethics and Moral Guidance for Youth |
3 |
|
DYM 214 |
Advanced Pastoral Ministry and Mentorship |
3 |
|
DYM 215 |
Research & Writing for Ministry Projects |
2 |
|
DYM 216 |
Ministry Practicum IV |
2 |
Ready to Take the Next Step in Ministry?
Develop biblical knowledge, ministry competence, and leadership excellence through our Diploma Program designed for meaningful Kingdom impact.
