Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Westminster Theological Seminary in California offers students preparation to become ordained ministers or priests in various Christian religious sects and traditions, to preach at churches or religious schools/organizations. Students seeking a divinity degree will have gained knowledge in the theology and polity of a particular church, church law, liturgy and ritual, principles of pastoral ministry, homiletics, evangelism, church/parish organization and management, Christian ethics, church history, and related studies. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer ministry training.

The Ministry program at Westminster Theological Seminary in California is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1997.

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Westminster Theological Seminary in California

8909 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA

Westminster Theological Seminary in California is an institution located in Escondido, CA. This school provides a variety of excellent programs for its individuals. This school has an enrollment of around 200 students every year. Westminster Theological Seminary in California has several programs to select from. Listed below are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Ministry
• Theology
• Biblical Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts and records and any standardized tests, which are then reviewed by the admissions office.

Westminster Theological Seminary in California also offers student services including career counseling assistance for students in need of help and job placement opportunities.

Westminster Theological Seminary in California is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities, having held that accreditation for the last twenty-nine years. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Westminster Theological Seminary in California offers a master's degree program in ministry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $47330

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).