the flexibility of designing your own curriculum
Academic Overview
The Graduate Theological Foundation (GTF) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational institution that offers students the opportunity to complete coursework directly through the GTF in the form of online, distance or on-site study. The GTF also identifies and endorses programs and venues throughout the U.S. and abroad where students may complete the academic requirements of their degree program. Students of the GTF enjoy the flexibility of designing their own curriculum based on their preference of degree specialization, venue location, course delivery method, and time and financial commitment. Students work at their own pace within the timeframe of their degree programs. Certificate Programs are graduate-level, non-degree programs designed for ministry/social service professionals seeking to increase their knowledge and competency in a specific area of study. Each certificate requires completion of an online curriculum tailored to the student’s specific interests and needs. Whether for personal enrichment or professional enhancement, GTF certificate programs provide a flexible and affordable opportunity for in-depth, specialized graduate study.
Degrees are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Both professional level (praxis-oriented) and academic level (research-oriented) graduate degrees are offered at the GTF.
Professional degrees are oriented toward praxis in the relevant field of study with an emphasis placed upon topical issues, problem-solving agendas and mechanisms for implementation strategies. The exit project may be presented through the use of various media such as workbooks and manuals, videos, CD-ROMs, websites and DVDs. The end product is evaluated by the faculty. No oral defense is required.
Academic degrees are research-oriented and based upon an information retrieval and utilization agenda requiring the use of the GTF’s Online Research Library or comparable physical research library. The end product is a master’s or doctoral thesis written under faculty supervision and endorsed by the supervisor. A defense is required for the doctoral thesis.
The GTF undergraduate degree-completion program
Professional Bachelors Degrees
BACHELORS DEGREES
The GTF undergraduate degree-completion program allows students to maintain their professional positions while completing a bachelor’s degree in one of three areas: religious education, theology, or sacred music. Specialized degree tracks are available for some degree programs to allow focused study in a particular area. A range of study options is also available to help students craft their own educational study plan.
The GTF awards professional baccalaureate degrees, the Bachelor of Religious Education, Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Sacred Music, which are built upon practical skills needed to function professionally within the student’s chosen field. The GTF makes a distinction between a professional baccalaureate degree and a liberal arts degree. While a liberal arts education attempts to provide a broad foundation of general studies, the professional degree provides a concentration in practical skills which may be exercised in the student’s profession.
graduate-level non-degree CERTIFICATEs
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
GTF certificates are graduate-level, non-degree programs designed for ministry/social service professionals seeking to increase their knowledge and competency in a specific area of study. Each certificate requires completion of an online curriculum tailored to the student’s specific interests and needs. Whether for personal enrichment or professional enhancement, GTF certificate programs provide a flexible and affordable opportunity for in-depth, specialized graduate study.
Graduate Certificate Programs
Graduate Certificate in Theology
Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Psychology
Graduate Certificate in Canon Law
Graduate Certificate in Mediation
Graduate Certificate in Leadership
Graduate Certificate in Spirituality
Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Logotherapy
POSTDOCTORAL CERTIFICATE IN CLINICAL PSYCHOTHERAPY
PREREQUISITES:
- A doctorate in a cognate field of counseling or psychology
- Membership in a professional organization in the field
- State Licensure as a counselor OR 2 CPE Units
Professional and Academic Degrees
Masters Programs
Masters Programs
The Graduate Theological Foundation (GTF) is an educational institution that offers students the opportunity to complete coursework directly through the GTF, in the form of online, distance, or on-site study. The GTF also identifies and endorses programs and venues throughout the U.S. and abroad where students may complete the academic requirements of their degree program. Students work at their own pace within the timeframe of their degree programs. Both professional level (praxis-oriented) and academic level (research-oriented) graduate degrees are offered.
Professional degrees are oriented toward praxis in the relevant field of study with an emphasis placed upon topical issues, problem-solving agendas, and mechanisms for implementation strategies. The exit project may be presented through the use of various media such as workbooks and manuals, videos, CD-ROMs, websites, and DVDs. The exit project is written under faculty supervision and endorsed by the supervisor.
Professional Programs
- Master of Business Administration in Pastoral Planning and Church Management (M.B.A.)
- Master of Mediation (M.Med.)
- Master of Pastoral Counseling (M.P.C.)
- Master of Religious Education (M.R.E.)
- Master of Sacred Music (M.S.M.)
- Master of Interfaith Spiritual Direction (M.A.)
Academic degrees are research-oriented, requiring the use of the GTF’s Online Research Library or comparable physical research library. The master’s thesis is written under faculty supervision and endorsed by the supervisor.
Academic Programs
- Master of Tribunal Studies in Canon Law (M.Tr.S.)
- Master of Theology (M.Th.)
- Master of Theology for Roman Catholic Deacons (M.Th.)
- Master of Theology in Islamic Studies (M.Th.)
- Master of Theology in Buddhist Studies (M.Th.)
Professional and Academic Degrees
Doctoral Programs
Doctoral Programs
The Graduate Theological Foundation (GTF) is an educational institution that offers students the opportunity to complete coursework directly through the GTF, in the form of online, distance or on-site study. The GTF also identifies and endorses programs and venues throughout the U.S. and abroad where students may complete the academic requirements of their degree program. Students work at their own pace within the timeframe of their degree programs. Both professional level (praxis-oriented) and academic level (research-oriented) graduate degrees are offered.
Professional degrees are oriented toward praxis in the relevant field of study with an emphasis placed upon topical issues, problem-solving agendas, and mechanisms for implementation strategies. The exit project may be presented through the use of various media such as workbooks and manuals, videos, CD-ROMs, websites, and DVDs. The exit project is evaluated by the faculty. No oral defense is required.
Professional Programs
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
- Doctor of Mediation (D.Med.)
- Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
- Latin American Studies
- Interfaith Spirituality
- Applied Ministries
- Clinical Pastoral Supervision
- Creative Arts
- Ecumenical Ministries
- Jewish Spirituality
- Liturgy
- Management Ministries
- Pastoral Care and Counseling
- Pastoral Logotherapy
- Pastoral Planning and Church Management
- Scripture
- Spiritual Direction
- Theological Studies
- Transformational Leadership
- Women’s Studies in Ministry
- Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
- Doctor of Sacred Music (D.S.M.)
Academic degrees are research-oriented, requiring the use of the GTF’s Online Research Library or comparable physical research library. The doctoral thesis is written under faculty supervision and endorsed by the supervisor. A defense is required.
Academic Programs
- Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Biblical Studies
- Church History
- Clinical Pastoral Psychology
- Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapy
- Islamic Studies
- Pastoral Logotherapy
- Pastoral Psychology
- Theological Studies
- Doctor of Tribunal Studies in Canon Law (D.Tr.S.)
Degree-Completion Program
- A.B.D. Degree-Completion Program
Doctor of Tribunal Studies (D.Tr.S.)
Academic degree – Thesis & Oral Dissertation Defense Required
