Our Certificates

Certificate Programs

New York Institute for Biblical Studies exists to equip followers of Jesus Christ for ministry in the 21st century. Our curriculum and certificate program is designed to provide students with a basic survey of both the Old and New Testament Scriptures (Genesis – Revelation) as well as all major doctrines of the Scriptures (The Doctrine of God through the Doctrine of Last Things). In addition, students will be asked to choose at least one area of specialization in which they would like to increase their skill (ex. Advanced Biblical Studies, Christian Life & Witness, Church Ministry, Counseling, Life Coaching, Multi-Disciplinary Studies ). Students will then study coursework that will help build or enhance their knowledge and use of that specific skill set.

6 Different Certificate Levels

NYIBS Students have the opportunity to complete 6 different certificate levels.

*Select classes are available for audit (no certificate, no grade). See Registration for more information regarding auditing a class.

Preliminary Certificate in Biblical Studies

8 Core Courses

(4 Bible Survey Courses; 4 Theology Survey Courses)

Level 2 Preliminary Certificate in Biblical Studies

12 Courses

(8 core courses + 4 specialized courses or electives)

Intermediate Certificate in Biblical Studies

16 Courses

(8 core courses + 8 specialized courses or electives)

Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Biblical Studies

24 Courses

(8 core courses + 16 specialized courses or electives)

Advanced Certificate in Biblical Studies

36 Courses

(8 core courses +24 specialized courses or electives)

Level 2 Advanced Certificate in Biblical Studies

42 Courses

(8 core courses + 36 specialized courses or electives)