SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Christian Education • Curriculum Development • Teaching & Discipleship • Youth & Children Ministry

Spirit Filled Global Int’l Seminary

Equipping Leaders • Impacting Nations • Advancing the Kingdom

The School of Christian Education is designed to equip teachers, discipleship leaders, Sunday school workers, children’s ministers, youth leaders, ministry educators, and Christian leaders with biblical, educational, and practical skills for effective teaching and spiritual formation.

Duration: 2 Years
Structure: 4 Semesters
Mode: 100% Online / LMS Self-Paced
Programme Type: Christian Education & Ministry Training
Specializations: 4 Tracks

YEAR 1 — FOUNDATIONS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

SEMESTER 1 — FOUNDATIONS OF CHRISTIAN TEACHING

CED 101 — Foundations of Christian Education

Biblical foundations, purpose, history, philosophy, and role of Christian education in the Church.

CED 102 — Biblical Foundations of Teaching

Jesus as the Master Teacher, biblical models of instruction, teaching principles, and the responsibility of Christian educators.

CED 103 — Christian Teacher Formation

Character, spiritual maturity, integrity, discipline, calling, and personal development of the Christian teacher.

CED 104 — Introduction to Discipleship

The Great Commission, making disciples, spiritual growth, mentoring, accountability, and multiplication.

CED 105 — Teaching Methods & Learning Principles

Effective teaching methods, learner engagement, lesson preparation, classroom interaction, and different learning approaches.

CED 106 — Bible Study & Scripture Teaching

How to study Scripture responsibly and communicate biblical truth clearly to different audiences.

SEMESTER 2 — TEACHING & DISCIPLESHIP PRACTICE

CED 107 — Christian Pedagogy

Principles and practices of Christian teaching, lesson delivery, learning objectives, classroom management, and evaluation.

CED 108 — Bible-Based Lesson Planning

Developing lesson objectives, selecting biblical content, structuring lessons, teaching activities, and assessment.

CED 109 — Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Developing discipleship pathways, spiritual disciplines, mentoring relationships, and Christ-centered character formation.

CED 110 — Small Group Teaching & Facilitation

Leading Bible study groups, discussion-based learning, group facilitation, participation, and spiritual development.

CED 111 — Educational Communication

Verbal and non-verbal communication, storytelling, illustrations, questioning techniques, presentations, and digital teaching.

CED 112 — Assessment & Evaluation in Christian Education

Creating assessments, evaluating learning outcomes, giving feedback, monitoring spiritual development, and improving teaching effectiveness.

YEAR 2 — CURRICULUM, LEADERSHIP & SPECIALIZED MINISTRY

SEMESTER 3 — CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

CED 201 — Principles of Curriculum Development

Curriculum philosophy, objectives, content selection, organization, implementation, and evaluation.

CED 202 — Curriculum Design for Christian Education

Designing Bible-based courses, discipleship programmes, Sunday school curricula, training materials, and ministry education programmes.

CED 203 — Instructional Design & Learning Resources

Developing teaching resources, worksheets, presentations, digital materials, activities, and learner-centered resources.

CED 204 — Educational Leadership in the Church

Leading Christian education departments, training teachers, managing teams, developing programmes, and establishing educational structures.

CED 205 — Digital Christian Education

Online teaching, Learning Management Systems, digital discipleship, virtual classrooms, educational technology, and responsible use of media.

CED 206 — Christian Education Research Methods

Research principles, educational research, data gathering, analysis, academic writing, and ministry-based educational research.

SEMESTER 4 — YOUTH, CHILDREN & ADVANCED DISCIPLESHIP

CED 207 — Foundations of Children’s Ministry

Biblical theology of children, child discipleship, children’s spiritual development, teaching methods, and ministry environments.

CED 208 — Youth Ministry & Adolescent Discipleship

Understanding young people, youth discipleship, mentoring, leadership development, Bible teaching, and youth ministry strategy.

CED 209 — Child & Adolescent Development

Foundations of physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual development relevant to Christian education.

CED 210 — Family, Church & Christian Education

Partnership between parents, families, churches, and Christian educators in the spiritual development of children and young people.

CED 211 — Safeguarding & Ethics in Children and Youth Ministry

Safe ministry practices, appropriate boundaries, responsible leadership, child protection principles, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

CED 212 — Christian Education Capstone Project

A practical research and development project demonstrating the student’s ability to design, implement, and evaluate a Christian education initiative.

SPECIALIZATION TRACKS

TRACK 1 — CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Students focus on:

• Foundations of Christian Education
• Biblical Teaching
• Christian Pedagogy
• Educational Leadership
• Bible Study Methods
• Teaching & Assessment
• Teacher Training
• Digital Christian Education
• Christian Education Research
• Education Ministry Project

Focus: Preparing Christian educators, Sunday school teachers, Bible teachers, ministry educators, and Christian education leaders.

TRACK 2 — CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Students focus on:

• Curriculum Theory
• Curriculum Design
• Instructional Design
• Lesson Planning
• Learning Objectives
• Teaching Resources
• Digital Learning Materials
• Curriculum Implementation
• Curriculum Evaluation
• Curriculum Development Project

Focus: Preparing students to design structured Bible-based teaching and discipleship programmes.

TRACK 3 — TEACHING & DISCIPLESHIP

Students focus on:

• Biblical Teaching
• Discipleship Foundations
• Spiritual Formation
• Mentoring
• Small Group Leadership
• Bible Study Facilitation
• Teaching Methods
• Leadership Multiplication
• Digital Discipleship
• Discipleship Project

Focus: Developing teachers and discipleship leaders who can teach Scripture, nurture spiritual growth, and raise mature believers.

TRACK 4 — YOUTH & CHILDREN MINISTRY

Students focus on:

• Foundations of Children’s Ministry
• Youth Ministry
• Child & Adolescent Development
• Age-Appropriate Bible Teaching
• Youth Discipleship
• Children’s Ministry Leadership
• Family & Church Partnership
• Safeguarding & Ministry Ethics
• Youth Leadership Development
• Children & Youth Ministry Project

Focus: Preparing leaders to effectively disciple, teach, mentor, and serve children and young people.

PRACTICAL TRAINING

Students will complete practical activities such as:

Teaching Practicum

Prepare and deliver Bible-based lessons for an appropriate audience.

Discipleship Practicum

Develop and implement a structured discipleship or mentoring pathway.

Curriculum Project

Design a complete Christian education course, lesson series, or ministry curriculum.

Children/Youth Ministry Project

Develop a practical ministry programme designed for children or young people.

Digital Teaching Project

Create an online Bible lesson, discipleship session, or educational resource.

Final Capstone

Complete a research-based or practical Christian education project addressing a real ministry or educational need.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

By the end of the programme, students should be able to:

• Teach Scripture clearly and responsibly.
• Develop effective Christian education programmes.
• Design Bible-based curricula and lesson materials.
• Apply sound teaching and learning principles.
• Build effective discipleship systems.
• Train and mentor Christian teachers.
• Lead Sunday school and Christian education departments.
• Develop effective youth and children’s ministry programmes.
• Use digital platforms for teaching and discipleship.
• Apply appropriate safeguarding and ethical principles.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programmes.
• Conduct research related to Christian education and ministry.

ASSESSMENT

Students may be assessed through:

Assignments • Bible Study Projects • Lesson Plans • Teaching Practicals • Curriculum Projects • Research Papers • Presentations • Discipleship Projects • Ministry Practicums • Case Studies • Capstone Project

COURSE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS

Students must:

1. Complete all required courses.
2. Participate in LMS learning activities.
3. Submit required assignments and projects.
4. Complete teaching and ministry practicals.
5. Complete the required curriculum/discipleship project.
6. Submit and pass the Christian Education Capstone Project.
7. Meet the Seminary’s academic and conduct requirements.

SCHOOL VISION

TEACH THE WORD. MAKE DISCIPLES. BUILD THE NEXT GENERATION.

Spirit Filled Global Int’l Seminary

Equipping Leaders • Impacting Nations • Advancing the Kingdom

100% Online • LMS Self-Paced Learning • Learn Anytime, Anywhere