Credential Levels - The Assemblies of God offers three different levels of credentials to those who are called of God into a life of ministry and service.
Qualification For Credentials - All applicants are required to be interviewed by the District Credentials Committee and, in preparation for the interview, pass a standard exam approved by the General Presbytery whereby they demonstrate knowledge of the Bible, Assemblies of God doctrines, and ministerial practices.
Educational Requirements - For a specialized ministries credential, the student must complete a minimum of three elective courses relating to his/her field of ministerial specialization.
Credential Procedures - New educational requirements were implemented as of January 1997. Be sure to obtain an evaluation of your transcript(s) from the office of the District Secretary-Treasurer before beginning credential courses.
