GETTING YOUR LICENSE WITH APFOUR:15
In order to obtain your license through APFOUR:15, you must have completed coursework in Ministerial Studies. This is the first step in the process of obtaining license or ordination. You can do this either by attending an accredited College or University and obtaining a degree or completing the appropriate coursework below. The other option is to attend classes either online or in person by auditing the classes. (Proof of attending the courses are required.)
To help you begin, here are a couple of campuses. SEU provides accredited courses towards your ministry degrees or the ability to audit the courses to meet the requirements for licensing or ordination. Global Universities, Berean College of the Bible, provides you with the option to either get a degree or to take the coursework to meet the requirements for licensing or ordination.
SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY

SEU NorCal is a regional campus of Southeastern University, a Christ-centered institution of higher learning. SEU offers a variety of degree programs and are committed to providing a Christian college education designed to equip the next generation to go into the world as influential servant leaders in their careers and their communities.
REQUIRED COURSEWORK FOR APFOUR:15
Old Testament Studies
New Testament Survey / Overview / Introduction
New Testament Studies
Interpreting the Bible
Hermeneutics
Basic Christian Doctrines (2 courses)
- Theology of God & Humanity
- Theology of Salvation, the Church, & Eschatology
Pastoral Ministry
Pastoral Theology
Biblical Counseling
Pastoral Counseling
Evangelism and Mission
Leadership Development
Leading Team-Driven Organizations
Ministry Administration
Non-Profit Financial Management & Church Administration
Preaching & Teaching Skills
Homiletics
Spiritual Formation
Christian Spirituality or Holistic Disciple-making
Ministry Internship
Ministerial Practicum

Berean School of the Bible
REQUIRED COURSEWORK FOR APFOUR:15
Old Testament Survey / Overview / Introduction
Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey / Overview / Introduction
New Testament Survey
Interpreting the Bible
Introduction to Hermeneutics: How to Interpret the Bible
Basic Christian Doctrines (2 courses)
- Introduction to Theology: A Pentecostal Perspective
- Eschatology: A Study of Things to Come
Pastoral Ministry
Pastoral Ministry
Biblical Counseling
Conflict Management for Church Leaders
Defending the Christian Faith
The Local Church in Evangelism
Leadership Development
Effective Leadership
Ministry Administration
Church Administration, Finance, & Law
Preaching & Teaching Skills
Introduction to Homiletics
Spiritual Formation
Acts: The Holy Spirit at Work in Believers
Ministry Internship
Ministerial Internship
BEREAN SCHOOL OF THE BIBLE
READY TO APPLY?
Have you already completed the courses needed to apply for APFOUR:15? Click the button below to fill out the online application. Once it has been reviewed we will get back to you on the status of your application.