Program Overview

Prerequisite: ATS approved Master’s Degree.

The Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Theology is a 30 semester hour program. The program focuses upon the teaching of important doctrines through the study of key Bible books from both the Old and New Testaments. The program also instructs the student in key theological issues and topics, giving the student a well-rounded biblical and theological education. The program is a great option for those who are seeking to pastor, lead, or teach in the local church.

The Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Theology does not require language work or a doctoral dissertation. All coursework is primarily lecture-based, with a variety of professors presenting practical exposition courses and theological courses for the Christian leader. Students will be challenged to think more deeply about the Word of God than ever before. Most courses will test the student’s grasp of the course material through traditional final exams. Upon completion of the course, students should have a large collection of practical expository notes that they can transform easily into lessons for the church or classroom.

The Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Theology program is an advance-at-your-own-pace program. Students are required to maintain a 2.75 GPA in order to graduate.

Degree Requirements

Biblical Studies 24 Semester Hours

OTBB8860 Isaiah                         Dr. John Nocera      3 ONLINE
NTBB8101 Matthew I                      Dr. John Nocera      3 ONLINE
NTBB8102 Matthew II                     Dr. John Nocera      3
NTBB6510 John I                         Dr. Soloman Patrick  3 ONLINE
NTBB8525 Galatians                      Dr. Jimmy Hayes      3 ONLINE
NTBB8538 I & II Thessalonians           Dr. Jimmy Hayes      3
NTBB8870 Epistles of John               Dr. J. L. Hayes      3 ONLINE
BSNT7000 Olivet Discourse               Dr. J.B. Hixson      3 ONLINE

Theology 6 Semester Hours

THEO7330 Doctrine of the Holy Spirit    Dr. Gino Cascieri    3
THEO7340 Christology                    Dr. Robert Lungren   3 ONLINE

Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Theology Degree Requirements

Courses subject to change without notice.