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Faculty Mentorship

Be in a faith-based community with classmates who range in age, denominations, and come from a variety of backgrounds.

Diverse Student Body

Complete your Christian Education degree or certificate full-time or part-time to accommodate your schedule.

Flexible Pathways

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Become a Christian Educator at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Master of Arts in Christian Education (M.A.C.E.) At-A-Glance:

Flexible degree and certificate pathways for educational leadership in the church.
36-credits
Combines biblical and theological foundations with coursework in teaching, leadership, and supervised educational practice.
Supports preparation for PC(USA) Certified Christian Educator status.
Hybrid format at our Richmond or Charlotte campus.
Designed to be completed in two to three years.

Prepare to Teach, Lead, and Form Faith in Every Generation

Experience the benefits of both in-person and online learning.

Hybrid Degree Program

Study Christian Education with a curriculum grounded in theological and biblical teachings.

Theology Focused

Join an intentional covenantal learning community.

Become a Community Scholar

Become a Christian Educator at Union Presbyterian Seminary

Union Presbyterian Seminary's Master of Arts in Christian Education (M.A.C.E.) and Certificate in Christian Education (C.C.E.) prepare you for professional educational ministry in churches and Christian organizations. Rooted in the Bible, Reformed tradition, and the church's living mission, these programs form you as a practicing theologian who can interpret and teach God's Word with faithfulness and clarity. Through theological study, pedagogical training, and reflective practice, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to lead educational ministries that equip faith communities for witness and service in God's mission.

MASTER OF ARTS

Christian Education (M.A.C.E.)

A flexible program designed for educators, leaders, and ministry practitioners who shape Christian formation in congregations, schools, and communities.

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Faculty Mentorship

Learn and receive robust support from our distinguished faculty, rooted in theology, the Bible, community, and faith.

Accredited M.A.C.E Degree Program

Union Presbyterian Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Certification Prep

Degree and Certificate Christian Education programs support PC(USA) Certified Christian Educator preparation

12-Credit Certificate Option

The Certificate in Christian Education (C.C.E.) provides a shorter, focused pathway for those not seeking a full degree.

Hybrid Learning

Study public theology with our hybrid model. Choose from Richmond, VA or Charlotte, NC for on-campus components.

Financial Aid Available

Accessible entry with up to 100% financial aid available for degree-seeking students at both Richmond and Charlotte campuses.

Union Presbyterian Seminary prepares leaders for faithful service in a complex and changing world. Rooted in theological depth, spiritual formation, and intellectual rigor, our programs integrate academic study with a commitment to justice, community, and lived practice. Through biblical and theological study, contextual learning, and close faculty mentorship, you'll learn to connect theology with real ministry experience. Graduates are equipped to lead congregations, serve in chaplaincy and nonprofit settings, and engage emerging forms of Christian leadership with wisdom and care.

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