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Diploma of Theology

This programme is designed to give students basic post-12^thgrade training for ministry in today’s Ethiopia. ETC will consider applicants for the Diploma of Theology programme who have graduated from 12^thgrade with a minimum of 1.6 GPA, in five subjects including Math, and a minimum grade of “C” in English. To graduate from this programme the student must complete satisfactorily at least 61 semester hours of academic credit from the different divisions of study:

Associate of Theology

The programme is designed to give men and women thorough biblical and theological training for non-vocational service of the church in Ethiopia. The programme specifically targets individuals who have a first degree and desire to serve the church while maintaining a career outside the church. To graduate from this programme a student must complete satisfactorily at least 63 semester hours of academic credit from the different divisions of study

Bachelor of Theology

This programme is designed to give men and women thorough preparation for ministry. Students develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, research, writing and ministry. The entrance requirements for this programme are a minimum GPA of 2.0, in five subjects including Math, and a minimum grade of “C” in English. To graduate with a B.Th degree a student must complete satisfactorily 124 hours of academic credit from the different divisions of study. Students will select Ministry Majors from the following:

Academic Ministries, Missions, Translation and Literacy, Pastoral Ministry, Christian Education, Church Leadership and Counseling. This means that all students take the same core courses but take many of their electives in their chosen areas.

Distinctives

1. Evangelical Theology The college maintains a firm stand on the inspiration and inerrancy of Scripture, the deity of Jesus Christ and other doctrinal positions which are central to evangelical theology.

2. Diversity The ETC faculty represent a rich and diverse heritage of evangelical theological traditions and denominational backgrounds. They are firmly committed to the ETC’s statement of faith, yet are free to maintain diversity of view points on secondary issues of biblical interpretation. They challenge the students to study and work out their own theological positions, with sensitivity and respect for those who hold differing viewpoints. ETC’s diversity is also seen in the student body who represent all evangelical denominations in Ethiopia.

3. Academic Excellence ETC offers thorough biblical and theological training for vocational and non-vocational service of the church in Ethiopia and beyond. Many ETC faculty members have distinguished themselves in their own education and in practical research projects to benefit the Ethiopian church. They bring both advanced training and a concern for grass-root ministry into the ETC classroom.

4. Biblical Focus In all programmes of ETC the Word of God is central. ETC acknowledges the Bible’s authority over all areas of life.

5. In-Service Training One of the strengths of ETC is in-service training. This means the students are learning while in ministry. Their education is enhanced by church supervised ministry plus an internship for two months during one rainy season.