Lead with confidence in a culture filled with questions.

Every day, people in your church, workplace, or community are wrestling with doubts: Can science disprove God? Isn’t Christianity irrelevant and harmful? Hasn’t evolution replaced creation?  

Many leaders feel unprepared to respond. But what if you could respond with clarity and confidence? 

Strengthen your leadership in apologetics with the Ministry Leaders Certificate in Science Apologetics! 

Why This Certificate Matters

Our culture is saturated with skepticism. Young people are leaving the church, convinced that faith and science can’t coexist. 

If you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or Christian professional, you know these conversations are unavoidable. The question is: Will you be ready to have them?  

This program will equip you to: 

• Confidently address questions about creation, evolution, and world religions. 
• Sharpen your reasoning and critical thinking skills. 
• Grow with a community of leaders committed to truth and clarity. 
• Strengthen your ministry with apologetics grounded in Scripture and science. 

Imagine the impact when someone in your congregation, classroom, or office asks, “Doesn’t evolution prove the Bible wrong?” 

You’ll not only have an answer, but you’ll have their attention. 

What You’ll Experience 

• World-class training from Reasons Institute scholars in science and faith. 
• Practical mentorship and peer-to-peer development. 
• Flexible learning with online, self-paced lectures. 
• Real community through virtual cohort meetings. 
• Ongoing support in RTB’s Apologetics Community after graduation. 

How It Works

• Learn through online lectures and mentorship. 
• Engage in real conversations with peers across the country. 
• Complete in 1–3 years with flexible 8-week terms. 
• Earn a certificate that strengthens both your leadership and your voice.  
  
  

Courses explore topics like:

• Creation vs. Evolution 
• Science and the Bible 
• World Religions and Science 
• The Rational and Relevant Case for Christianity 
• Clear Thinking and Cognitive Bias 

Limited Opportunity 

Spaces are limited each term, and all tuition is covered by our generous donors. Don’t miss the chance to strengthen your leadership and ministry for only the cost of a one-time (nonrefundable) application fee of $60.

Equip Yourself to Lead with Clarity

Applications for fall 2026 are due by July 10, 2026, and determinations will be delivered by August 1, 2026.

FAQ

Who is eligible to apply? 
You must be 18 or older and live in the US or Canada. 

Do I need to be in ministry already? 
Not necessarily. You qualify if you are any of the following: 

• Currently in full-time ministry, or in the process of entering full-time or part-time ministry 
• A leader in your church (elder, deacon, student minister, etc.) 
• A business leader who desires to lead Christian-oriented discussions in your network of influence  

How long do I have to finish the program? 
You can complete the certificate in 1–3 years, depending on your pace and schedule. 

Is there a cost to participate? 
Thanks to our generous donors, tuition will be covered in full for all accepted students. There is a nonrefundable $60 processing fee for each application. Accepted students must purchase course materials. Upon completion of the program, students may submit a form for course materials reimbursement.

When can I start? 
We offer four 8-week terms each year: 

• Fall: late August–October 
• Spring 1: January–March 
• Spring 2: March–May 
• Summer: mid June–late July 

Exact dates are provided before each term begins.