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Deepen Your Thinking. Widen Your Reach.

Princeton Theological Seminary offers non-degree continuing education programs for leaders, learners, and seekers. These offerings are designed for flexible, focused growth in theology, ministry, leadership, and public engagement and are rooted in Princeton Seminary’s legacy of rigorous scholarship, vibrant faith, and commitment to service in the church and world.

Rooted in Scripture. Responsive to the World.

Princeton Theological Seminary offers continuing education programs that help leaders, learners, and seekers engage faith more deeply and serve with greater purpose.

These non-degree offerings provide flexible, focused opportunities to study theology, leadership, and culture in ways that speak to today’s challenges. Participants learn from respected practitioners and thought leaders who bring theological insight to the issues shaping our communities and world.

Whether you want to strengthen your ministry, explore new ideas, or connect with others seeking meaningful growth, Princeton Seminary’s continuing education programs invite you to take the next step in your journey of faith and leadership.

Explore our offerings and find the program that’s right for you.

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Princeton Seminar Series

Princeton Seminar Series

Live online seminars for curious minds and committed leaders

This new series invites you to learn with world-class scholars and ministry leaders through short-form, live, online seminars that explore urgent questions facing today’s Church and world.

Who it’s for: Pastors, scholars, lay leaders, and lifelong learners looking for theological depth and timely conversation.

Topics include: Thinking Politically with Martin Luther, Theology and Mental Health, Ecotheology, Leadership Lessons from the Old Testament

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Spiritual Entrepreneurship Certificate

Cultivate vision. Launch faithful ventures.

For those building something new, or dreaming of it, this four-module, virtual, asynchronous  certificate program equips spiritual entrepreneurs with the theological grounding, practical tools, and creative courage to make an impact.

Who it’s for: faith-based entrepreneurs, aspiring ministry leaders, faith-based leaders.

Module Topics: Leadership Skills, Design Thinking, Project Management, Money & Mission

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Certificate of Youth and Theology

Equip Yourself for Meaningful Youth Ministry

This eight-month, virtual asynchronous cohort-based certificate invites you to explore the theological foundations of youth ministry while gaining practical skills for building responsive, imaginative programs. With optional live sessions available, the program offers space for reflection, connection, and renewal.

Who it’s for: Youth pastors, Christian educators, church staff, and volunteers engaged in ministry with youth.

Topics Include: Theological Refelction, Theology in Community, Understanding Youth Needs, Creative Ministry Design

Online Bible Study

Certificate in Theology and Ministry

Build your theological foundations for ministry.

This five-course certificate introduces learners to the foundations of theological education through primarily asynchronous short courses designed to help learners identify and critically engage theological resources that can deepen their intellectual journey and ministry leadership.

Who it’s for: Ministers, congregational lay-leaders, and theologically-interested Christians

Topics Include: Bible, Christian Theology and History, Faith and Mental Health, and Faith in Action

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Crafting a Compelling Pitch for Ministry Impact

Learn to Pitch your Ministry with Clarity and Purpose

This on-demand course is designed for church leaders and nonprofit ministry professionals who want to communicate their mission with power and clarity. The course covers three foundational components of a successful pitch: identifying the problem, presenting a compelling solution, and delivering a clear, confident call to action. Through engaging video lessons and practical exercises, learners will develop the confidence to inspire support and partnerships that bring ministry ideas to life.

Who it’s for: Congregational and nonprofit ministry professionals, Leaders preparing to launch new ministry initiatives, Anyone seeking support for faith-based programs, Church innovators and entrepreneurs

Topics Include: Storytelling, public speaking, translating vision into partnerships and action

Exploring World Christianity: Unity and Diversity in the Global Church

World Christianity: Faith Across Cultures and Continents

This on-demand course explores how Christianity transcends borders and transforms lives around the world. This self-paced course examines the global, cross-cultural, and evolving nature of Christian faith—from its Western roots to its flourishing in the Global South.

Who it’s for: Seminary students, educators, and ministry or mission leaders seeking to understand Christianity’s global expressions, shifting demographics, and emerging forms of leadership and community.

Topics Include: The history and definitions of World Christianity, decolonizing Christian narratives, demographic shifts to the Global South, African Pentecostalism, Chinese Adventism, digital transformation of faith communities, and the balance between unity, diversity, and cultural adaptation.

Invest in Your Calling. Expand Your Capacity.

Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, theological educator, or spiritually curious lay person, Princeton Theological Seminary’s continuing education opportunities are designed to deepen your impact and strengthen your leadership. Choose the path that best supports your growth, and join a community of learners committed to faithful innovation.