Adventist Leadership Certification Program

Join us for an exclusive Leadership Certification Program, an intiative of the North American Division Leadership Office.

The purpose of the Leadership Certification is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in leadership roles across various sectors and industries. Our training empowers individuals to become competent, confident, and innovative leaders who create positive organizational change.

 

Would you like to become a better leader? Here is your opportunity.

Our Duty Before God

In the book Counsels on Health, the author says that "Our first duty toward God and our fellow beings is that of self-development. Every faculty with which the Creator has endowed us should be cultivated to the highest degree of perfection, that we may be able to do the greatest amount of good of which we are capable" (p. 107).

There are three critical points in this quote:

Self-development

This means I need to invest money and time to develop my leadership skills to better serve God's church and the community. The quotation underlines our duty to God and others.

Every talent, skills, and opportunity God gives to us should be cultivated.

If a plant is not nurtured, it dies. It is our responsibility to keep developing our leadership skills.

As we decide to learn more and brush up on our leadership skills, God will use our cultivated abilities and faculties to serve His cause better.

Today you have the opportunity to enroll in a Leadership certification program and learn more about how to lead better and influence others.

What you'll get when you JOIN the Adventist Leadership Certification Program

  • The North American Division Leadership Certificate

  • 12 Easy-to-follow training modules

  • 50+ In-depth video lessons

  • Student support

Why you should enroll in leadership training

  • We must continue to grow mentally, physical, and intellectually to face the daily challenges of life.

  • We have the chance to influence others. John Maxwell affirms that "Leadership is influence: nothing more, nothing less." We influe people on a daily basis (spouse, family members, co-workers, church members, etc.). Therefore, we must learn how to influence others to greater cause. Ronald Regan indicated that "The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things, but the one who gets people to do the greatest things.

  • Take advantages of daily opportunities. We will have opportunities to use our leadership skills in our work, church, and even at home. Therefore, we must continue growing in leadership, so we can become more effective leaders.

  • Leadership empowers us to thrive. Leadership is about learning different techniques that will help you succeed in the church abnd your career and personal life.

  • To boost our confidence. Leadership training increases our. confidence because we learned different insights and techniques from experienced leaders.

Who should attend this training?

Church leaders - The Adventist Leadership Certification Program is designed for individuals from all walks of life, whether you are:

  • A seasoned executive.

  • A church leader.

  • An emerging leader.

  • An entrepreneur.

  • A student.

  • Simply someone who wishes to develop essential leadership skills.

Join us on this educational journey, and together, we can foster a community of diverse, skilled, and visionary leaders. Enroll now to take the first step toward achieving your leadership goals and making a lasting impact in your field!

Curriculum and Schedule

MOdule 1

Introduction to Christian Leadership

  • Definition and Importance of Leadership
    - TBA

  • Leadership Styles and Approaches
    - TBA

  • Leadership in a Changing World

    - TBA

  • Ethics in Leadership

    - TBA

MOdule 2

Leadership in the Bible

  • A Theology of Christian Leadership
    - TBA

  • Biblical Terminology Leadership
    - TBA

  • Jesus as a Leader

    - TBA

  • The Role of the Holy Spirit in Leadership

    - TBA

MOdule 3

Spiritual Leadership

  • Developing Spiritual Disciplines
    - TBA

  • Traits of a Christian Leader
    - TBA

  • Characteristics of a Servant-Leader

    - TBA

  • Biblical Models of Leadership: Moses, David, and Paul

    - TBA

MOdule 4

Missional Leader

  • The Missional Leader
    - TBA

  • Mission Leadership and Church Growth
    - TBA

  • Missional Leadership and Youth Ministry

    - TBA

  • Missional Leadership and Community Outreach

    - TBA

MOdule 5

Mentorship & Discipleship Model

  • The Benefits of Mentorship
    - TBA

  • The Mentorship-Discipleship Model
    - TBA

  • Characteristics of Effective Mentors and Mentees

    - TBA

  • Measuring the Effectiveness of Mentoring Programs

    - TBA

MOdule 6

Transformational Leadership

  • Burns-Bass Model of Transformational Leadership
    - TBA

  • How to inspire and Motivate Others
    - TBA

  • Building Strong Relationships with Followers

    - TBA

  • Transformational Leadership vs. Transactional Leadership

    - TBA

MOdule 7

Strategic Planning

  • Elements of Strategic Plan
    - TBA

  • Setting Goals Objectives and Plans
    - TBA

  • Organizational Values: What are they & Why are important?

    - TBA

  • Common Challenges of Strategic Planning

    - TBA

MOdule 8

Leadership and Personal Care

  • The Art of Leading Yourself
    - TBA

  • The Art of Leading Your Family
    - TBA

  • Strategies for Self-Care While Leading Others

    - TBA

  • Taking Care of Your Health

    - TBA

MOdule 9

Team Building

  • Building Successful Teams
    - TBA

  • Leading Change
    - TBA

  • Leading Through Adversity

    - TBA

  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Fostering Effective Partneship

    - TBA

MOdule 10

Key Leadership Characteristics - I

  • Trustworthiness
    - TBA

  • Accountability
    - TBA

  • Empathy

    - TBA

  • Conflict Management

    - TBA

MOdule 11

Key Leadership Characteristics - II

  • Assertive
    - TBA

  • Decisiveness
    - TBA

  • Adaptability

    - TBA

  • Delegation and Empowerment

    - TBA

MOdule 12

Emotional Cultural Intelligence

  • Overview
    - TBA

  • Emotional Intelligence
    - TBA

  • Emotional Intelligence for Leaders

    - TBA

  • Cultural Intelligence

    - TBA

  • Cultural Intelligence for Leaders

    - TBA

Each professional certificate requires the attendance of 80% of lectures and practical work. This may include: preaching, giving Bible studies, teaching a Sabbath School class, or serving as a leader in the local church (e.g., small group, Sabbath School, youth, or outreach leadership). 

Attendance and assignment control

Classes will be 100% online and will be recorded for those who cannot attend the live classes. The students are required to watch or attend the live classes. Before signing the certificates, a report will be provided, including attendance and number of hours invested in the program.

Certificate

The Certificate will be sent by email.

Meet Our Instructor

Alex Bryant

President

North American Division

Kyoshin An

Executive Secretary, Secretariat

North American Division

John Freedman

President

North Pacific Union

Celeste Ryan Blyden

Columbia Union

Leslie N. Pollard

President and CEO

Oakwood University

Bonita Joyner Shields

Associate Secretary, Secretariat

North American Division

Garrett Caldwell

Executive Director

Advent Health

Erton Köhler

President

General Conference

Philip Baptiste

Secretary / Treasurer Adventist-laymen's Services and Industries (ASI)

North American Division

Minervino Labrador Jr.

Vice President for Multilingual Ministries, Presidential

North American Division

Randy Siebold

Associate Professor of Leadership

Andrews

Elton de Moraes

President

Texas Conference

Fredrick A. Russell

Founder and President

True North Leadership Group

Calvin Walkins

Vice President, Reional Liason/Evangelism, Presidential

North American Division

Wendy Eberhardt

Vice President for Ministries

North American Division

Miguel Crespo

President

New York Conference

Rohann Wellington

Director, Professional Services

North American Division

Gerson dos Santos

Associate Secretary

General Conference

Cryil Millett III

Secretary/Vice President fro Administration

Canadian Union

Cristina Macena

Project Manager / Nutrition Educator

Urban Life Center

Jose Cortes Jr.

Associate Director, Evangelism Ministerial Association

North American Division

Ivan L. Williams

Director, Ministerial Association

North American Division

Rick Remmers

Assistant to the President, Presidential

North American Division

Angeline David Brauer

Director, Health Ministries

North American Division

Kenneth Denslow

President

Lake Union Conference

Tony Anobile

President

Southwest Union

Adam Fenner

Director, Adventist Learning Community

North American Division

Ricardo Norton

Associate Professor of Church Growth; Director, Institute of Hispanic Ministry

Derrick Lea

Director, Adventist Community Services

North American Division

Tracy Wood

Director, Youth & Young Adult Ministries

North American Division

Cesar De Leon

Director, Family

North American Division

Edwin Romero

Division Retirement Plans Administrator, Associate Treasurer Adventist Retirement

North American Division

Deeann Bragaw

Director, Women's Ministries

North American Division

Tracy Wood

Associate Youth Director

General Conference

Cesar De Leon

Director, Communication

North American Division

Edwin Romero

Associate Secretary, and AVS Director

General Conference

Washington Johnson

Director, Women's Ministries

North American Division

Sherri Uhrig

Director, Children's Ministries

North American Division

Leon B. Brown Sr.

Executive Vice President

Pacific Union Conference

David B. Franklin

President & CEO

OCCURNOW

Carlos J. Craig

President

Southwestern Union

Ernest Hernandez

Director, Office of Volunteer Ministries

North American Division

Roger Hernandez

Evangelism and Ministerial

Southern Union

Alayne Thorpe, PhD

Dean, College of Education and International Services Associate Provost for Graduate Education

Carlton Byrd

President

Southwest Region Conference

Orland M. Johnson

Director Public Affairs and Religious Liberty (PARL)

North American Division

Cesar De Leon

Associate Director of Communication

General Conference

Paulo Macena

Director, Leadership

North American Division

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the instructors?

We carefully selected different experts in the area of leadership. They are men and women who are leading every day and have been using their leadership skills successfully. They represent local pastors, conferences, Union, NAD, and GC leaders.

I have been leading for the past 20 years as a church leader, is this certification for me? Can I learn something from it?

Continuous learning and growth are indispensable for effective leadership in our ever-changing world. As leaders, we must adapt to changing circumstances, inspire our teams, and navigate complex challenges. Learning equips us with the skills to communicate effectively, solve problems creatively, and foster empathy. It broadens our perspective, enhances our decision-making, and empowers us to envision a brighter future. In essence, leadership is a journey of perpetual self-improvement, and those who embark on it with enthusiasm and dedication are more likely to succeed and leave a lasting impact.

Are all classes online?

Yes, The classes are 100% online.

How about if I miss a live online class? Can I watch it another day/time?

Yes, the classes will be posted online at courses.adventistleadership.com, and at the Adventist Learning Community and you can watch them another day. However, we encourage you to participate in the live online classes so you can learn from the Q&A after every session.

Will a certificate be offered?

Yes. After completing the course, you will receive a certificate.

Subscribe to our newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, blog posts, live events etc.

FACEBOOK

INSTAGRAM

English: @adventistleadership

Portuguese: @lider.adventista

Spanish: @liderazgoadventista

YOUTUBE

English: @AdventistLeadership

Portuguese: @LiderazgoAdventista

Conheça o Diretor

© Adventist Leadership. All Rights Reserved.