The certificate of ordination or license is for those students receiving their license as an ordained Minister or Evangelist Missionary. These students have acknowledged "their call" to the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ. Additional training as well as an exhaustive examination by the Credentials Committee is required. Candidates receiving a certificate of ordination or license must first successfully complete the requirements to receive a Certificate of Completion in Biblical Studies. A recommendation for ordination and two sermon verification forms must be submitted by their pastors. The sermon verification forms are forms that verify that the sermons were presented by the candidates in fulfilling this requirement. Candidates must also submit an application for enrollment in the Certificate of Ordination or License program.
Ordination for Non-members of AIHC
AIHC will provide academic and practical training to non-AIHC members in preparation for ordination or license by their pastor or ecclesiastical organization. It is recommended that the following requirements be met and successfully completed as an indicator of a candidates' preparedness for ordination or license.
- Present with a minister's license at the start of his/her studies
- Complete academic and practical training, leading to a certificate of completion in biblical studies
- Attend the seminar sessions: Holy Ordinances, Religious Ceremonies, and Altar Workers' Seminar
- Preach a sermon before the credentials' committee
- Meet the credentials committee for an exhaustive interview
- Complete a criminal background check
- Complete AIHC's approved sexual harassment training
Candidates can complete an online application or a printable application to submit to the Administration Office of AIHC-SBS.
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