Earn School Credits
Jump-start your Master’s degree through the National Institute of Christian Leadership (NICL).
If you plan to further your education in Practical Theology, Practical Leadership, get a MBA, or MDiv, you can get ahead by attending the NICL.
Participating schools and universities provide up to 12 credit hours toward your degree when you complete the full NICL course. When you bring your staff to the NICL, every member that completes the training is eligible to receive the advanced standing credit hours toward their degree.
Ask about Dual Enrollment. Most of the participating schools allow you to dual enroll in their program and the NICL at the same time.
Earn Credits with the NICL Live Event Option
Complete your leadership training in person with Dr. Rutland at any NICL venue. When you finish, you’ll receive your Certificate of Graduation and advanced standing credit hours with these universities:
- Richmont Graduate University – Receive 12 Credit Hours ($7,000 + value)
- Southwestern Assemblies of God Universities (SAGU) – Receive 6 Credit Hours ($3,000 value)
- The King’s University – Receive 12 Credit Hours ($6,000 value)
- Southeastern University (SEU) – Receive 6 Credit Hours ($3,000 value)
- Mid-America University (MACU) – Receive 12 Credit Hours toward an Undergraduate Degree. ($6,000 value)
- Emmanuel University – Receive 12 Credit Hours ($5,000 value)
Earn Credits with the NICL Online Option
Complete your leadership training online. When you finish, you’ll receive your Certificate of Graduation and advanced standing credit hours with these universities:
- Richmont Graduate University – Receive 12 Credit Hours ($7,000 + value)
- Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) – Receive 6 Credit Hours ($3,000 value)
- Southeastern University (SEU) – Receive 6 Credit Hours ($3,000 value)
- Emmanuel University – Receive 12 Credit Hours ($5,000 value)
“The NICL was pivotal in our leadership and the turn around of our church.”
– Jamie A. Lead Pastor
“I have learned more in these four sessions than I had in 25 years of ministry. Every class is worth the investment!”
– Ken A. Senior Pastor