Certificate of Graduate Studies in Worship & Media

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 12

Next Session Start: August 25, 2025

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The Certificate in Worship & Media, offered online, is a graduate-level certificate that can give you a deeper understanding of key aspects of worship ministry and of the tools and technology that support authentic worship in contemporary contexts. This certificate is for non-degree-seeking students only. Whether you’re a pastor, worship leader or Christian music artist looking to enhance your knowledge in music, media and creative storytelling, this program can help you develop creative approaches to worship while gaining sound theological and ministerial training.

Courses offer training in:

Integrating software and web-based tools in contemporary worship.
Incorporating psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.
Leading an effective worship team.
Developing meaningful and purposeful liturgy. You’ll also explore Internet, social media and mobile media marketing theories, strategies and tools to help you widen the impact of your worship opportunities.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

Career Opportunities

This certificate may help you grow as an expert in your field and advance your calling as a lay minister, pastor or nonprofit team member.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
PMIN 630	Worship & Formation	3	The worship leader as a catalyst for spiritual development and effectiveness in ministry. Focuses on effective leadership, corporate worship expression and experience, and missional application in ministry settings.
PMIN 631	Biblical Worship	3	Nature, forms and functions of worship in Scripture and their contemporary relevance. Emphasizes the expression of worship in ministry as a fundamental source for personal and congregational transformation.
PMIN 632	Psalms Hymns & Spiritual Songs	3	Worship and liturgical forms based on Scripture, testimony, and spontaneous expressions through the Holy Spirit. Explores songwriting for the church and creative expression in worship arts and their implementation in the church.
PMIN 633	Models of Worship	3	Creative forms of worship that provide opportunities to encounter God. Includes liturgical development, current trends, and worship curating. Emphasis is on practical implementation of transformational worship in ministry settings.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

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Admissions Requirements

2025-26 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

Session	Semester Check-In	Session Start Date
Session A	Friday, August 15	Monday, August 25
Session M	Friday, September 12	Monday, September 22
Session B	Friday, October 17	Monday, October 27
Session C	Wednesday, January 7	Monday, January 12
Session T	Friday, January 30	Monday, February 9
Session D	Friday, March 6	Monday, March 16
Session E	Friday, May 1	Monday, May 11
Session F	Friday, June 12	Monday, June 22

Certificate programs are designed for those seeking professional development through continuing education for ministers and pastors. Students earn graduate credit that can be applied toward a ministry degree program if further study is desired. Certificate students wishing to earn an academic degree must apply separately to that degree program and meet full admission requirements. Acceptance into a certificate program does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.

Application Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Tuition & Fees

2025-26 Tuition Rates

Certificate of Graduate Studies	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Total Credits	Tuition Cost for Certificate
Biblical Languages	$515	12	$6,180
Biblical Studies	$515	12	$6,180
Christian Theology	$515	12	$6,180
Church History	$515	12	$6,180
Church Leadership	$515	12	$6,180
Online Ministry	$515	12	$6,180
Spiritual Formation	$515	12	$6,180
Worship & Media	$515	12	$6,180

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

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“The online and on-campus experiences were different, but both very rewarding. The way they designed online learning really felt like a live classroom environment — still very informative and relational, even with people from around the world there.”

Jesse Eisenhart, Joint M.A., 2009 M.A. in Practical Theology & Human Service Counseling

“I was so glad that I was able to study at the Regent University School of Divinity and earn my Master of Theological Studies (MTS). It has changed my perspective. After attending seminary, I have a different understanding of how to interpret God’s Word. Through the church history courses, I now see how important it is to know what kind of church Jesus is building today!”

Pastor Kevin Wu, Master of Theological Studies, 2016

“All the professors at Regent are truly gracious and willing to talk to you and help you — even if it's not class-related. They treat their job like it's their calling. Through them, I learned to care for people like a pastor would.”

Derek Hirtz, M.Div., 2015

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