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The Certificate Program The Certificate program of Ligonier Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies is a non-degree distance education curriculum designed for laypeople, ministers, and educators who desire a structured way to study biblical and theological subjects at their own pace, at their own level of interest, and in their own home. Ligonier Academy offers three levels of study in the Certificate program: Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced. Introductory Level The Introductory Level certificates are designed for those who are looking to cover the basics. These certificates assume no prior study of the subject matter. The topics of study available at the introductory level are: Biblical Studies Theology Philosophy Apologetics Church History (Available soon) The tuition for the Introductory certificates is $175. For more information on the topics of study available at this level, the cost of the program, and the course requirements, click on the link below. Introductory Level Certificates Intermediate Level The Intermediate Level certificates are designed for those who have mastered the basics and would like to study a topic more thoroughly. These certificates assume minimal prior study. These programs will include instruction and tutelage from Dr. Keith Mathison, Dr. R.C. Sproul, Jr., and Dr. Fowler White. The topics of study available at the intermediate level are: Biblical Studies Systematic Theology Church History Philosophy Apologetics The tuition for the Intermediate certificates is $350. For more information on the topics of study available at this level, the cost of the program, and the course requirements, click on the link below. Intermediate Level Certificates Advanced Level The Advanced Level certificates are designed for those who desire an in-depth study of a particular subject. These certificates assume prior study and a willingness to do a large amount of reading over the course of two to three years.These programs will include instruction and tutelage from Dr. Keith Mathison, Dr. R.C. Sproul, Jr., and Dr. Fowler White. The topics of study available at the advanced level are: Biblical Studies Systematic Theology Church History Philosophy Apologetics Ethics Historical Theology Theology of the Westminster Confession Christian Studies The tuition for the Advanced certificates is $500. For more information on the topics of study available at this level, the cost of the program, and the course requirements, click on the link below. Advanced Level Certificates We encourage potential students to examine the course requirements carefully in order to determine which certificate is best suited to his or her interests.