About A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary
Established in October 2007, the seminary bears the name of A.W. Tozer (1897-1963) and is part of Simpson University. The seminary originally began in 1977 in San Francisco as the Graduate School of Ministry at Simpson College.
A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary is for people who long to know God personally and have resolved to learn better how to mine for the treasures of God’s self-revelation in Scripture, in the church’s shared thinking about God’s Word, in creation, and worship and prayer. The focus at A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary is to teach students, to love students, to help students, and to pray for students as they become graduates who go into the world as disciple-making witnesses of Christ, giving to others from the treasures of Christ, all to the glory of God.
PROGRAMS
Why Tozer?
It’s about calling, character, and competence
Our faculty and staff are committed to helping our seminarians grow multi-dimensionally: in their calling as Christ followers; in character filled with grace and the Spirit; in competence and capacity to serve; and in confidence to think, speak, and act Christianly.
It’s for men and women in ministry who want to finish seminary
Tozer is especially designed for men and women who are serving in ministry settings but have not yet finished their theological training. Our educational format is designed to allow you to stay in your ministry setting while finishing your education.
It’s led by practitioner-teacher-scholar faculty
Our faculty members include adjuncts by design. The men and women who teach our courses are practitioners in ministry; they are appropriately trained and credentialed to teach graduate level education; and are scholars in the context of being godly disciples!
It’s about an opportunity for a tailored approach
While we seek to provide a comprehensive education based on our learning outcomes, we are sensitive to individual needs, gifts, and skills. We will work hard to hear your story and help you tailor your education to meet your felt needs and opportunities. For some, it may take the form of “stackable education” in that the seminarian needs coursework for licensure. Then after completing licensure or ordination, the individual returns to the seminary to complete a degree.
certificates
Biblical Studies
Some individuals may not desire a graduate degree from the seminary; instead they seek to complete basic coursework in order to understand God’s Word. At times, certificates will help an individual meet the requirement for a ministry credential such as licensure. Using our seminary curriculum, Tozer Seminary offers a Certificate in Biblical Studies for the completion of the following courses:
Certificate in Biblical Studies Curriculum Requirements (18 units)
- BI 6005 Biblical Interpretation (3 units)
- BI 6100 Pursuing Wisdom (3 units)
- OT 6211 Pentateuch (3 units)
- OT 6213 Kings and Prophets (3 units)
- NT 6211 Gospels & Johannine Literature (3 units)
- NT 6212 Acts & Pauline Literature (3 units)
Suggested Sequencing of Courses:
New students should consult with the Dean’s office for advice regarding sequencing courses after completing the admissions process with an enrollment advisor. Course offerings for certificate level students follow the general sequence suggested in the Master of Divinity and/or Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership programs.
For a complete list of descriptions for the required courses within this certificate, go to the current seminary catalog.
Biblical Languages
Some individuals may not desire a graduate degree from the seminary; instead they seek to complete basic coursework in order to understand God’s Word. At times, certificates will help an individual meet the requirement for a ministry credential such as licensure. Using our seminary curriculum, Tozer Seminary offers a Certificate in Biblical Languages for the completion of the following courses:
Certificate in Biblical Languages Curriculum Requirements (18 units)
- NT 6010 Greek I (3 units
- NT 6202 Greek II (3 units)
- OT 6000 Hebrew I (3 units
- OT 6200 Hebrew II (3 units)
- BI 6340 Textual Analysis and Criticism (3 units)
- BI 6030 Exegetical Skills Using Electronic Biblical Research (3 units)
Suggested Sequencing of Courses
New students should consult with the Dean’s office for advice regarding sequencing courses after completing the admissions process with an enrollment advisor. Course offerings for certificate level students follow the general sequence suggested in the Master of Divinity and/or Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership programs.
For a complete list of descriptions for the required courses within this certificate, go to the current seminary catalog.
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