WHO CAN ATTEND MNSOM?
If you are 18 years of age and have a minimum of a High School diploma or GED, you can attend MNSOM.
Whether you are taking first steps toward credentials with the Assemblies of God, upgrading your current credentials or just want to take classes to enrich your personal walk with God, MNSOM is prepared to equip and encourage you as you respond the call that God has put on your heart.
There is no second guessing about whether the classes that you are taking through MNSOM count toward credentialing. The Assemblies have academic requirements that must be met in order to receive credentials with the Assemblies of God. Every class that is offered at MNSOM is designed to meet credential guidelines with the Assemblies of God.
WHAT DO THE DIFFERENT LEVEL OF CLASSES MEAN?
LAY LEADERSHIP – A person who desires to grow in biblical knowledge and church leadership. Classes are taken with no intent to pursue credentials with the Assemblies of God.
CERTIFIED MINISTER (Level 1) – Those who indicate God’s call to ministry, manifest a desire to enter the ministry by engaging in Christian work and, who devote a part of his or her time to Christian service may be recognized as Certified Ministers.
LICENSED MINISTER (Level 2)– Those who exhibit clear evidence of a call to ministry and practical experience in preaching, together with an evident purpose to devote one’s life to ministry, are eligible for a License.
ORDAINED MINISTER (Level 3)– Qualifications for Ordination are outlined in the New Testament scriptures (I Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:7-9). They are of mature Christian experience who are qualified and able to undertake the responsibilities of the full ministry. Applicants must be 23 years of age or older and a member of the MN District AG for no less than one (1) year prior to ordination. They must also be a Licensed Minister and be actively engaged in ministry for at least (2) consecutive years immediately prior thereto.
WHEN CAN I START CLASSES?
Students may begin taking classes any month that classes are offered. We have class ten months out of the year with a summer break in July and August. The only classes that must be taken in order are 136 Hermeneutics I before 137 Hermeneutics II.
HOW MUCH TIME SHOULD I ALLOW FOR STUDYING EACH MONTH?
Students should allow a minimum of 3 weeks (10-15 hours) before the class date listed on the schedule to study. We recommend 4 weeks if possible. That means it is best to have registered and have your book already in hand 3-4 week before the class date. Prices increase by $15 three Mondays before the class date (late fee). Registration closes 9 days before class.
WHAT COUNTS TOWARD THE FINAL GRADE FOR THE CLASS?
Students must attend the full class, read the textbook, complete the Text Overview, and successfully pass the course exam in order to receive full credit for the course. The final grade is determined as follows: 20% class attendance, 40% Text Overview, 40% exam.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CANNOT GET THE ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM TO WORK?
There is a code that must be entered for the form to fully display options. It prevents people that are not enrolled from registering for class. It is given to students when their enrollment is complete. If you are an enrolled student and have forgotten the code, email mnsom@mnaog.org and request the code to register.
WHEN DO THE CLASSES MEET?
Classes meet one Saturday a month from 8:30am-3:30pm.
DO I HAVE TO ATTEND IN PERSON AND STAY THE ENTIRE CLASS?
Yes. Attending in person for the entire day is mandatory. If you arrive late or leave class early, you will be required to retake the entire class and will receive no score for the missed class.
HOW DO I USE MOODLE?
Open this step-by-step guide of how to navigate Moodle and enter the homework for class that use Faith & Action curriculum. Click here.
WHAT IF I FORGET MY MOODLE PASSWORD?
Go to mnsommoodle.org. Click the blue word “Lost Password?” under the login area to reset your password. Enter your email address in either box and click “Search.”
WHY CAN I NOT FIND THE CLASS ON THE ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM?
To save space on the form, drop down boxes were used to list classes. For some devices, the drop-down arrows do not appear. Click on the name of the level 100s class and the other class options will appear. Then click the box to the left of the city name to register for the class selected in the drop-down box.
WHAT IF I CAN’T MAKE IT TO A CLASS THAT I ALREADY REGISTERED FOR?
We understand life happens and you may not be able to complete a class you registered for. You can rollover part of your tuition to another class and we just request a $25 fee to cover our costs. That can be done on the Rollover Tuition Form. You must email us at mnsom@mnaog.org at least 24 hours before class and then you have 30 days to complete the rollover tuition form (found under Current Students). Last-minute emergencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Erica Silva if you have any questions.
TRANSCRIPTS
If you are applying for credentials with the Minnesota District Council, you do not need to send a transcript. The Credential Coordinator has access to MNSOM records and can see when you complete your classes. She will print a transcript.
If you need a transcript to send to the Midwest District, Berean/Global, another District School of Ministry or a college or university, complete this form to request a transcript.