Ministry Training Institute

Two Ways to Train

Extension Diploma Courses

The Ministry Training Institute’s extension sites offer local access to Samford’s standardized biblical studies curriculum through in-person and, in some locations, hybrid learning formats.

Online Certificate Course

The Ministry Training Institute offers online certificate courses in disciple making, pastoral leadership, youth and children’s ministry, and women's leadership.

Certificate Courses

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Diploma Courses

The Ministry Training Institute is a non‑degree academic program that equips ministers and lay leaders to live out their calling in service to Jesus Christ and His church.

MTI offers a range of affordable, accessible, and academically excellent training opportunities through online certificate and extension programs. Whether online or in the classroom, MTI directors and instructors are committed to preparing students to serve faithfully, joyfully, and effectively.

Core Values

Because we value Jesus Christ above all, we value:

His Gospel – the good news that Christ came to atone for sins by his death and to give eternal life to all who believe. John 3:16; Romans 1:16
His Word – the Old and New Testament, divinely inspired, that reveal Christ to us and bring us to faith in him. Romans 10:17; 2 Timothy 3:16
His Church – the body of Christ, loving him supremely and loving and serving one another in the power of his Spirit. Acts 2:42; Romans 12:4-5
His Mission – to gather a people for himself from every nation, tribe, and tongue. Matthew 28:18-20; Revelation 7:9-10

Goals

To train Christians to faithfully minister God’s Word
To strengthen fellowship in local churches and communities
To provide opportunities to pursue God’s call to serve his church
To reach our neighbors and the nations with the love and grace of Christ
To instill joy in those who serve Christ and his church.

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