Diploma in Youth Ministry

Atlantic School of Theology offers a part-time program of study leading to a Diploma in Youth Ministry. This program is designed for leaders of youth who wish to deepen and broaden their skills for ministry with young people.

The Diploma in Youth Ministry provides timely, effective, faith-based training for leaders of youth in the Atlantic region and beyond. Participants in the Diploma are given opportunities to build skills and confidence as well as networks of learning and support.

The Diploma program combines required and elective units of study with practical experience in the leadership of youth. Learning sites include the Halifax campus of Atlantic School of Theology, as well as several distance locations. Some units are available via online study. Bursary assistance is available.

Upcoming for 2012

Engaging Youth in Worship, Jun 1-2, 2012 (Elec - Bedford United Church, Halifax, NS) [Registration open]

Spiritual Discernment with Youth, Sep 28-29, (Elec - Shediac, NB)

Introduction to Hebrew Scriptures, Fall 2012 (Requ - online)

Introduction to Youth Ministry, Fall 2012 (Requ - online)

The following third-party events can be counted as electives toward the Diploma:

Be Still & Know That I Am God, March 9 - 11, 2012 - Ottawa ON. The CCYMN holds a conference every two years to help better equip those involved in Youth Ministry. This year’s conference will continue to offer tools and Youth Ministry training but will also focus on having time to refocus upon prayer.
On Fire - Canada Youth 2012, July 3 - 8, 2012 - St. Catherine's, ON, presented by the Presbyterian Church in Canada. In the 'Youth Ministry Training' track "Youth leaders will get re-charged with great plenary sessions, interactive workshops, dynamic panel discussions, and the opportunity to swap youth ministry ideas with colleagues from across the country. This is a rare chance to replenish the spirit, rejuvenate energy, and refine youth ministry programs."

If you participate in one of these programs, you must have the conference organizer(s) complete the Confirmation of Completion of Third Party Event form on your behalf.

Additional Materials:

Brochure (pdf)

Poster (pdf)

Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)

List of Electives to Date; ensuring you get appropriate credit

Confirmation of Completion of Third Party Event

Your Program Status Checklist

Practicum Units:

The Process

The Guidelines (updated 2-Feb-12)

The Agreement (updated 2-Feb-12)

Coming Soon:

I am ready to apply:

Application package (pdf)

Bursary request (pdf)

Request for Exemption or Transfer (pdf)

To sign up for Learning Units, complete and submit the forms below:

Personal Registration Form (pdf) - Complete upon initial registration in each academic year.

Learning Unit Registration Form (pdf) - Complete upon initial registration in each academic year.

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Learning Unit Enter / Leave Form (pdf) - Complete upon entering or leaving Learning Units after initial registration.

For more information, please contact the Diploma Director

Email: youthministry@astheology.ns.ca

Telephone: 902-423-1314