{"id":372,"date":"2024-02-07T18:01:08","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T18:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reasons-to-believe.local\/?page_id=372"},"modified":"2026-07-06T15:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T22:36:39","slug":"certificates","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/reasons.org\/reasons-institute\/certificates","title":{"rendered":"Certificates"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id372_69ff3c-36 alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_e5adbf-7f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-earn-a-certificate-in-science-apologetics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earn a Certificate in Science Apologetics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-rtb-black-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-44d0d82c2aeb74481706fa8b16f99f05 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">A certificate from Reasons Institute is more than a collection of courses\u2014it\u2019s a guided journey that sharpens your thinking and strengthens your witness. You\u2019ll be challenged to engage science and Scripture with clarity, conviction, and credibility. We offer pathways open to all, and one designed specifically for Christian ministry and business leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_ca6b53-70\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/reasons-prod.storage.googleapis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pasted-Graphic-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-370455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reasons-prod.storage.googleapis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pasted-Graphic-1.png 950w, https:\/\/reasons-prod.storage.googleapis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pasted-Graphic-1-300x243.png 300w, https:\/\/reasons-prod.storage.googleapis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pasted-Graphic-1-768x621.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tabs alignnone pill-tabs\"><div class=\"kt-tabs-wrap kt-tabs-id372_d20f16-a2 kt-tabs-has-2-tabs kt-active-tab-1 kt-tabs-layout-tabs kt-tabs-tablet-layout-inherit kt-tabs-mobile-layout-inherit kt-tab-alignment-center \"><ul class=\"kt-tabs-title-list\"><li id=\"tab-general\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-1 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-active\"><a href=\"#tab-general\" data-tab=\"1\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-1 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">General<\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-ministryleaders\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-2 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-ministryleaders\" data-tab=\"2\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-2 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Ministry Leaders<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"kt-tabs-content-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-1 kt-inner-tab372_692023-7d\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\"><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id372_d123ac-2d alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kt-inner-column-height-full\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_eb11ed-87\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading372_dc89de-e0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-rtb-black-5-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading372_dc89de-e0\">Basic Certificate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-rtb-green-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0d2f249bd3a38836c9732416721805a3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\"><strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> None<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_6c7bc3-ed\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Build a solid foundation in Scripture, science, and creation\u2014and start engaging skeptics with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_66da2c-66\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Required Courses<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_f9c49e-ca\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_8b3ed1-1f kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignleft kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_95ff0c-a0\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Creation and the Bible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_c4a112-48\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons372_0299cf-85 alignnone\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-372_775c0d-e2\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_plus\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_4eaf38-6b\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">Choose <\/mark><strong>ONE<\/strong> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">of the following<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_d30674-61\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_75dab0-87 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_529893-00 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Creation vs. Naturalism<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_a8789e-67 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Astronomy and Design<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_f36f3a-6f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading372_a741d3-b1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-rtb-black-5-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading372_a741d3-b1\">Intermediate Certificate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-rtb-green-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-39e837f7d12e36ac9eba0f168032bc77 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\"><strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Basic Certificate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_a09ee1-d7\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Go deeper into RTB\u2019s creation model and build the skills for advanced apologetics and practical evangelism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_ed2590-c4\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-required-courses\"><strong>Required Courses<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_c53777-b7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_91bf25-f2 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignleft kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_eb6193-dd\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Evangelism in a. Scientific Context<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_9cc29e-a7\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons372_ef0629-2a alignnone\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-372_5fb529-f7\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_plus\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_3c0f5a-89\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-choose-one-of-the-following\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">Choose <\/mark><strong>ONE<\/strong> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">of the following<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_a623d6-fd\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_bac4d9-79 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_9f0bb6-cc kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Astronomy and Design<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_552303-da kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Biblical Archeology<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_5806ae-24 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Creation vs. Naturalism<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_3ef695-aa kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Clear Thinking in a Messy World<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_de3a79-f9 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">World Religions and Science<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_61680f-9b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading372_8be20e-f0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-rtb-black-5-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading372_8be20e-f0\">Advanced Certificate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-rtb-green-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4e0dac93e90a244e23886319326e6d86 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\"><strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Intermediate Certificate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_fe554c-4c\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Take your apologetics to the next level with graduate-level seminars tackling the toughest science and faith challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_c585a5-fe\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-required-courses-0\"><strong>Required Courses<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_1083aa-94\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-choose-two-of-the-following\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">Choose <\/mark><strong>TWO<\/strong> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-rtb-blue-1-color\">of the following<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_aa6692-49\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_915701-2c kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_904e73-c9 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Advanced Seminar on Astronomy and Design<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_307f58-eb kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Advanced Seminar on the Origin of Life<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_50d73f-4a kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Advanced Seminar on Human Origins<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_471da4-57 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Advanced Seminar on Biochemical Design<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_f6c598-27\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading372_da8040-ba wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-rtb-black-1-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading372_da8040-ba\"><em>Some courses listed are offered through Biola University or Regent University.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-2 kt-inner-tab372_aa3614-36\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\"><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id372_15fc55-09 alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-center-wide kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kt-inner-column-height-full\">\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_363177-52\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_54cd7c-f1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_18228b-14\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading372_37a7e1-0a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-rtb-black-5-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading372_37a7e1-0a\">Ministry Leaders Certificate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-rtb-green-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d13bf28db7e09592509a253c08ee2bf6 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\"><strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Actively serving in a leadership role in a Christian ministry or business. Spots are limited\u2014enrollment is by <a href=\"https:\/\/get.reasons.org\/ministry-leaders-certificate-info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application only<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_82f71f-20\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Become masterfully trained in logic and evidence to help equip your church and circle of influence with science apologetics. Accepted applicants will receive a full scholarship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_76ba51-17\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_4ff01b-37\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-required-courses-2\"><strong>Required Courses<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_dd4388-52\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items372_8e1224-25 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignleft kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_d11014-03\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Creation vs. Naturalism<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_77644f-d0\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Creation and the Bible<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_a7ea37-d6\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">World Religions and Science<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_232947-ab\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Examining Christianity<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-372_a00bf6-db\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_square-full kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M512 512H0V0h512v512z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Clear Thinking in a Messy World<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_850cd4-70\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-modal alignnone kt-modal-linkalign-center\" id=\"kt-modal372_1b2877-1c\"><div id=\"kt-target-modal372_1b2877-1c\" class=\"kb-modal-content372_1b2877-1c kadence-block-pro-modal kt-m-animate-in-fadeup kt-m-animate-out-fadeout\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"kt-modal-overlay\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-modal-close=\"true\"><div class=\"kt-modal-container kt-modal-height-fittocontent kt-close-position-inside\" role=\"dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\"><button class=\"kt-modal-close\" aria-label=\"Close Modal\" data-modal-close=\"true\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><line x1=\"18\" y1=\"6\" x2=\"6\" y2=\"18\"><\/line><line x1=\"6\" y1=\"6\" x2=\"18\" y2=\"18\"><\/line><\/svg><\/button><div id=\"kt-modal372_1b2877-1c-content\" class=\"kt-modal-content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Program Vision<\/strong><br>The Ministry Leaders Certificate equips ministry and business leaders with a robust foundation in general and science-faith apologetics\u2014empowering them to deepen discipleship and reach STEMM-trained and STEMM-influenced people with the gospel. Through five structured 8-week online courses and one mini-course, students engage with respected scholars and scientists, complete meaningful assignments, and receive cohort mentorship. Graduates are supported beyond the program through RTB&#8217;s ongoing resources and networking opportunities.<br><br><strong>Is This Program Right For You? <\/strong><br>This program is designed for ministry and business leaders who are curious about life&#8217;s big questions, eager to understand God&#8217;s creation and his Word, and ready to take that knowledge to a world that needs the gospel. If you want more than information\u2014you want transformation\u2014this is for you.<br><br>To be eligible, you must be 18 or older and actively serving in a church leadership role (e.g., Pastor, Elder, Non-Profit Ministry Leader) or be a business leader with community influence.<br><br><strong>Full Scholarship Available<\/strong><br>Thanks to our generous donors, Reasons Institute offers a fully funded scholarship (a $2,800 value) for students who are accepted into the Ministry Leaders Certificate program. The scholarship covers the full cost of the program\u2014students are only responsible for purchasing course materials at the beginning of each term, which may be reimbursed upon program completion.<br><br>Our heart behind this scholarship is simple: to make rigorous, relevant apologetics training accessible to church and marketplace leaders who want to make a lasting impact for the gospel.<br><br><strong>Have questions or want to see the course schedule?<\/strong> Please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:learning@reasons.org\">Learning@reasons.org<\/a>. We&#8217;re happy to send you more information!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><button class=\"kb-btn-global-inherit kt-button wp-block-button__link kt-modal-label-show kt-blocks-modal-link\" data-modal-open=\"kt-target-modal372_1b2877-1c\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-modal-link-inner\">Learn More<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_d40a91-97 alignwide\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_720695-73 alignwide\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d665558911e0bb29f1a80b8937a6add7\" id=\"faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b43ed660bd39b6a8b8592a59c186034a wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s everything you need to know about certificates at Reasons Institute. If you don\u2019t see your question answered below, email us at <a href=\"mailto:Learning@reasons.org\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Learning@reasons.org<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id372_d97d82-1b kt-accordion-has-12-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-left\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane372_bf7947-c1\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What are the benefits of earning a certificate with Reasons Institute?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-70bc9ea3068e61c6200f0d64950b5cd0 wp-block-paragraph\">Earning a certificate will qualify you to apply to our RTB Scholar Community as an apologist for ongoing training and support, while arming you with practical skills in apologetics. You\u2019ll also gain a deep understanding of RTB\u2019s biblical view of creation\u2014one that demonstrates the powerful harmony between the Bible and science through testable predictions. Whether for personal growth, ministry, or teaching, earning a certificate equips you to apply Scripture and science in the real world.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane372_6255e5-c4\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Which certificate pathway is right for me?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1588aee8d0b57a65ade5e21f87cba0d3 wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re a Christian leader in a church or business seeking well-researched answers to life\u2019s big questions, exploring the relationship between God\u2019s creation and his Word, and eager to share that knowledge in your ministry or community, then the <strong>Ministry Leaders Certificate <\/strong>is for you.<br><br>If you&#8217;re a student, educator, parent, or anyone passionate about exploring the intersection of science and faith, the <strong>General Science Apologetics Certificate<\/strong> is for you. You&#8217;ll gain practical, faith-filled tools to deepen your personal walk and confidently engage others for Christ.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane372_c928b2-b8\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How do I enroll in the Ministry Leaders Certificate?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17817a40e4fa15b486b5383cbeb02a4d wp-block-paragraph\">The Ministry Leaders Certificate is by <strong>application only<\/strong>. You can begin the process through any \u201cRegister Now\u201d button. Spots are limited and not all applicants will be accepted, so we encourage you to apply early.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane372_3e4a3c-84\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Will I have support after completing the certificate program?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9cb4731e89970b9f73d029622745df97 wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely! As a graduate, you\u2019ll be qualified to apply to a community of like-minded Christian leaders with ongoing access to resources, networking, and mentorship through Reasons to Believe. You won\u2019t just earn a certificate, you\u2019ll gain a network and tools to continue making a meaningful impact for Christ.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-10 kt-pane372_7b0a68-87\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What academic standards should I expect at Reasons Institute?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b1aff9edf0e983930f82af4352a5038d wp-block-paragraph\">Reasons Institute courses follow the same academic standards used by leading Christian universities. You can expect about <strong>3 hours per week of instruction<\/strong> (lectures and instructor interaction), along with <strong>4\u20137 hours per week of study or fieldwork<\/strong>.<br><br>For-credit students should plan for approximately <strong>64 hours of total engagement in 8-week courses<\/strong> and about <strong>120 hours in 15-week courses<\/strong>. Time outside of instruction may vary depending on the course and its fieldwork requirements.<br><br>To get the most out of your learning experience, be sure to plan enough time each week for coursework and study.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-11 kt-pane372_354d87-7b\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What if I need to drop a course? Will I get a refund?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0ecb03ae2d0acb05d8543eebdf6c2fc6 wp-block-paragraph\">If you need to drop a course, please email <a href=\"mailto:Learning@reasons.org\">Learning@reasons.org<\/a>. You can receive a full refund if your request is submitted<strong> by 5 PM (PT) on the first Friday of your course<\/strong>. Please note, refunds do not apply to course materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-12 kt-pane372_e57b1e-63\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Are scholarships available?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8aa86d4a855513cb9c9ccfdc41225686 wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! Thanks to our generous donors, Reasons Institute offers a fully funded scholarship (a $2,800 value) for eligible students enrolling in the <strong>Ministry Leaders Certificate in Science Apologetics<\/strong>. The scholarship covers the full cost of the program. Students are only responsible for purchasing course materials at the beginning of each term, which may be reimbursed upon program completion.<br><br>To be eligible, students must be actively serving in a church leadership role or be a business leader with community influence, be 18 or older, and live in North America. Applications are accepted for spring and fall terms\u2014spots are limited, and not all applicants will be accepted. For application deadlines or questions, contact us at <a href=\"mailto:Learning@reasons.org\">Learning@reasons.org<\/a>. Ready to apply? Start the process via any &#8220;Register Now&#8221; button.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_300492-6b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_665cb3-cc kvs-md-false kvs-sm-false kb-section-sm-dir-vertical\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id372_c56346-56 alignnone kb-v-md-hidden kb-v-sm-hidden kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kt-inner-column-height-full\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_1b12b6-d2 kvs-md-false kvs-sm-false kb-section-sm-dir-vertical\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_5bb2e6-c8\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_b68635-7c kvs-sm-false\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 id=\"h-ready-to-pursue-a-certificate\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-rtb-white-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-35ef5ebfba7b6b59a158bb0ec6599e20\" style=\"font-size:1.25em;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Ready to Pursue a Certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Get expert-level training that equips you to tackle today\u2019s toughest questions about science and faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns372_3faae6-aa\"><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn372_3ffb0a-f1 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false modal-trigger wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"#ri-form-popup\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Register Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_231c7a-7e kvs-lg-false kb-section-sm-dir-vertical\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id372_cd357f-e3 alignnone kb-v-lg-hidden kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-row kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kt-inner-column-height-full\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_aa0d6d-85 kvs-lg-false kb-section-sm-dir-vertical\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-372_3d7d12-ec\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column372_622aba-1b kvs-lg-false\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 id=\"h-ready-to-pursue-a-certificate-0\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5bb6d184a72e7b50778a35b620fcfe56\" style=\"font-size:1.25em;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Ready to Pursue a Certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.8em\">Get expert-level training that equips you to tackle today\u2019s toughest questions about science and faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns372_93393a-77\"><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn372_b51887-d6 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false modal-trigger wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"#ri-form-popup\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Register Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Earn a Certificate in Science Apologetics A certificate from Reasons Institute is more than a collection of courses\u2014it\u2019s a guided journey that sharpens your thinking and strengthens your witness. You\u2019ll be challenged to engage science and Scripture with clarity, conviction, and credibility. We offer pathways open to all, and one designed specifically for Christian ministry and business leaders. Frequently Asked Questions Here\u2019s everything you need to know about certificates at Reasons Institute. If you don\u2019t see your question answered below, email us at Learning@reasons.org. Ready to Pursue a Certificate? 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