Study with CAIT
Academic Programs
Nine programs, from a first certificate to a master's degree, each built around Scripture, evangelical theology, spiritual formation and the practice of ministry — together with a non-formal program for lay church leaders.
CAIT’s degrees are recognized by the Middle East and North Africa Association for Theological Education (MENATE).
Each program now teaching is shown with its course map, category by category.
The nine programs
Choose a program to read its description and, for every program now teaching, its course map.
- Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry (CBSM)Undergraduate certificate40 credits
- Diploma in Biblical Studies and Ministry (DBSM)Undergraduate diploma80 credits
- Bachelor of Theology (BTh)Bachelor's degree121 credits
- Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry (GCBSM)Graduate certificate40 credits
- Master of Arts in Ministry and Christian Leadership (MAMCL)Master's degree70 credits
- Master of Arts in Global Missions and Theology (MAThGM)Master's degree70 credits
- Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Care (MACCC)Master's degreeComing Soon
- Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis (MABE)Master's degreeFuture Program
- Non-Formal Program for Church LeadersNon-formal program
Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry
Undergraduate certificate
The Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry provides a foundational encounter with the Bible, evangelical theology, spiritual formation, and practical ministry, preparing emerging leaders to serve in churches and parachurch organizations.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 14 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- Old Testament Survey II3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics3 credits
- Exposition of Johannine Epistles / Old Testament Study2 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 9 credits- Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 5 credits- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
- Arabic Language I2 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 5 credits- Personal Discovery & Spiritual Formation3 credits
- Discipleship and Mentorship2 credits
Education, Communication & Digital Ministry
Category total: 2 credits- Introduction to Education & Ministry2 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
Category total: 3 credits- Theology of Mission and Alliance Church3 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 2 credits- Field Ministry2 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
Apply — Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry (opens in a new tab)Diploma in Biblical Studies and Ministry
Undergraduate diploma
The Diploma in Biblical Studies and Ministry equips servant-leaders for effective ministry in churches and parachurch organizations through substantial study of the Bible, evangelical theology, Christian character, leadership, and practical ministry.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 22 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- Old Testament Survey II3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics3 credits
- Exposition of Johannine Epistles / Old Testament Study2 credits
- Exposition of Minor Prophets3 credits
- Exposition of Hebrews / Galatians2 credits
- Old Testament Theology or New Testament Theology3 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 19 credits- Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Systematic Theology III3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
- Christian Ethics3 credits
- Church History I3 credits
- Supreme Council: Background & Law1 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 9 credits- Arabic Language I2 credits
- English Language I2 credits
- English Language II2 credits
- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 11 credits- Personal Discovery & Spiritual Formation3 credits
- Discipleship and Mentorship2 credits
- Theology of Worship & Musicology3 credits
- Expository Preaching3 credits
Education, Communication & Digital Ministry
Category total: 4 credits- Introduction to Education & Ministry2 credits
- Effective Ministry to Emerging Generations2 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
1 course- Theology of Mission and Alliance Church3 credits
Counseling & Family Ministry
Category total: 5 credits- Pastoral Care, Relationships & Conflict Resolution3 credits
- Introduction to Christian Counseling or Pastoral Care & Trauma Counseling2 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 3 credits- Field Ministry3 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
Apply — Diploma in Biblical Studies and Ministry (opens in a new tab)Bachelor of Theology
Bachelor's degree
103 core credits plus 18 concentration credits
The Bachelor of Theology prepares competent pastors and ministry leaders through integrated study of Scripture, theology, history, spiritual formation, leadership, and supervised ministry. Students complete an 18-credit concentration aligned with their calling and ministry goals.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 28 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- Old Testament Survey II3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics3 credits
- Exposition of Johannine Epistles2 credits
- Exposition of Minor Prophets3 credits
- Exposition of Hebrews / Pastoral Epistles2 credits
- Old Testament Theology or New Testament Theology3 credits
- Bible Background and Its Reliability3 credits
- Exposition of the Pentateuch or Exposition of Ephesians3 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 25 credits- Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Systematic Theology III3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
- Christian Ethics3 credits
- Church History I3 credits
- Church History II: Eastern Church3 credits
- Christian Worldview and Culture or World Religions3 credits
- Supreme Council: Background & Law1 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 9 credits- Arabic Language I2 credits
- English Language I2 credits
- English Language II2 credits
- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 14 credits- Personal Discovery & Spiritual Formation3 credits
- Discipleship and Mentorship2 credits
- Theology of Worship & Musicology3 credits
- Expository Preaching3 credits
- Church Leadership and Growth3 credits
Education, Communication & Digital Ministry
Category total: 7 credits- Introduction to Education & Ministry2 credits
- Effective Ministry to Emerging Generations2 credits
- Teaching-Learning Process & Media Presentation3 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
1 course- Theology of Mission and Alliance Church3 credits
Counseling & Family Ministry
Category total: 6 credits- Pastoral Care, Relationships & Conflict Resolution3 credits
- Introduction to Christian Counseling or Pastoral Care & Trauma Counseling3 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 26 credits- Field Ministry8 credits
- Concentration ElectivesStudents select an approved concentration and complete 18 credits.18 credits
Concentration options
Eighteen of the program's credits are taken inside one approved concentration. Each list below is that concentration's approved courses.
Biblical Studies
- Greek I3 credits
- Greek II3 credits
- Hebrew I3 credits
- Hebrew II3 credits
- Exposition of Isaiah3 credits
- Exposition of Romans3 credits
- Exposition of the Gospels and Acts3 credits
- Exposition of Wisdom Literature3 credits
- Old Testament Theology or New Testament Theology3 credits
- Advanced Hermeneutics3 credits
- Exposition of Ephesians or Exposition of the Pentateuch3 credits
- Advanced Preaching3 credits
- The Story of the Bible3 credits
- Life and Ministry Skills3 credits
Education & Ministry
- History & Philosophy of Education3 credits
- Digital and Media Ministry3 credits
- Teaching-Learning Theories and Faith Integration3 credits
- Curriculum Design and Development3 credits
- Organizational Leadership Development3 credits
- Pastoral Ministry3 credits
- Biblical Languages Track (Greek or Hebrew)6 credits
- Advanced Hermeneutics3 credits
- Christian Marriage and Family3 credits
- Christian Worldview and Culture or World Religions3 credits
- Advanced Preaching3 credits
- The Story of the Bible3 credits
- AI in Ministry3 credits
- Life and Ministry Skills3 credits
CounselingFuture Emphasis
- Counseling Methods and Techniques3 credits
- Human Growth and Development3 credits
- Marriage and Family Counseling3 credits
- Group Care and Counseling3 credits
- Crisis Counseling3 credits
- Integration of Theology and Psychology3 credits
- Trauma Counseling3 credits
- Biblical Languages Track (Greek or Hebrew)6 credits
- Life and Ministry Skills3 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
Apply — Bachelor of Theology (opens in a new tab)Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry
Graduate certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry provides a concentrated first-level encounter with the Bible, evangelical theology, spiritual formation, research, and practical ministry for graduates serving in churches and parachurch organizations.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 11 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics3 credits
- Exposition of Johannine Epistles / Old Testament Study2 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 12 credits- Bibliology or Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Trinitarianism or Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Ecclesiology or Systematic Theology III3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 5 credits- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
- Arabic Language I2 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 5 credits- Personal Discovery & Spiritual Formation3 credits
- Discipleship and Mentorship2 credits
Education, Communication & Digital Ministry
Category total: 2 credits- Introduction to Education & Ministry2 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
Category total: 3 credits- Theology of Mission and Alliance Church3 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 2 credits- Field Ministry2 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
Apply — Graduate Certificate in Biblical Studies & Ministry (opens in a new tab)Master of Arts in Ministry and Christian Leadership
Master's degree
The Master of Arts in Ministry and Christian Leadership prepares Christian leaders for personal and organizational leadership in churches, missions, and other vocational ministry settings through biblical, theological, formational, educational, and leadership studies.
Before you begin
- Arabic Language IProficiency or prerequisite
- English Language IProficiency or prerequisite
These are entry requirements rather than courses of the program, and their credits are not counted toward the total.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 9 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics or Advanced Hermeneutics3 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 9 credits- Bibliology or Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Trinitarianism or Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Ecclesiology or Systematic Theology III3 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 3 credits- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 9 credits- Life and Ministry Skills3 credits
- Expository Preaching3 credits
- Personal Discovery & Spiritual Formation3 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
Category total: 3 credits- Theology of Mission and Alliance Church3 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 37 credits- Field Ministry4 credits
- Approved Ministry or Leadership ElectivesStudents complete ten approved elective courses.30 credits
- Thesis3 credits
Thirty of the program's credits are taken from approved ministry or leadership electives — ten courses in all. These are the approved options.
Approved elective options
- Church Leadership and Growth3 credits
- Eight Core Values for Biblical Leadership3 credits
- Mentoring and Coaching3 credits
- Theology of Worship & Musicology3 credits
- Introduction to Education & Ministry3 credits
- Curriculum Design and Development3 credits
- Instruction and Learning Theories and Faith Integration3 credits
- Effective Ministry to Emerging Generations3 credits
- The Story of the Bible3 credits
- Contemporary Issues3 credits
- Cultural Anthropology3 credits
- Bible Background and Its Reliability3 credits
- Electives from Other Programs6 credits
- AI in Ministry3 credits
- Digital and Media Ministry3 credits
- History & Philosophy of Education3 credits
- Counseling Skills for Youth Ministry3 credits
- Relationships & Conflict Resolution3 credits
- Marriage & Family Ministry3 credits
- Christian Worldview and Culture3 credits
- World Religions3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
- Discipleship & Small Groups Ministry3 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
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Master's degree
The Global Mission and Theology program equips Christian leaders to participate faithfully and effectively in God’s mission within diverse cultural contexts. The program integrates biblical and theological foundations with contextual understanding, intercultural engagement, and practical ministry preparation. Students develop the knowledge, character, and skills needed to understand the communities they serve, engage thoughtfully with different worldviews, communicate the gospel with wisdom and sensitivity, and contribute to the growth of healthy churches and mission initiatives.
Before you begin
- Arabic Language IProficiency or prerequisite
- English Language IProficiency or prerequisite
These are entry requirements rather than courses of the program, and their credits are not counted toward the total.
Course map
Biblical Studies & Hermeneutics
Category total: 12 credits- Old Testament Survey I3 credits
- New Testament Survey3 credits
- The Story of the Bible or Approved Biblical Exposition Elective3 credits
- Bible Interpretation and Hermeneutics or Advanced Hermeneutics3 credits
Theological & Historical Studies
Category total: 12 credits- Bibliology or Systematic Theology I3 credits
- Trinitarianism or Systematic Theology II3 credits
- Ecclesiology or Systematic Theology III3 credits
- Introduction to Apologetics3 credits
Languages, Research & Academic Skills
Category total: 3 credits- Academic Writing & Thinking in Research3 credits
Ministry, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Category total: 6 credits- Biblical Theology of Spiritual Formation3 credits
- International Team Dynamics3 credits
Education, Communication & Digital Ministry
Category total: 3 credits- Teaching-Learning Process & Media Presentation3 credits
Missions, Culture & Interfaith Studies
3 courses- Biblical Theology of Missions3 credits
- Applied Anthropology for Missions3 credits
- Intercultural Communication3 credits
Field Education, Electives & Integrative Research
Category total: 10 credits- Field Ministry4 credits
- Thesis or Project6 credits
Ready to begin? The application form is CAIT’s own and takes a few minutes.
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Master's degree
The Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Care prepares Christian leaders for competent, compassionate, and biblically faithful counseling ministries in church and parachurch settings through Scripture, theology, spiritual formation, counseling knowledge, helping skills, ethical responsibility, and supervised ministry practice.
Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis
Master's degree
Non-Formal Program for Church Leaders
Non-formal program
The Non-Formal Program provides lay church leaders with foundational preparation in the Bible, evangelical theology, spiritual formation, leadership, and practical ministry.
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