CCSTA - Courses

Courses and Durations

Christ Centered School of Theology (CCST) is a theological institution offering certificate, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in theology, ministry, education, and management-related disciplines.

Theological Programs Offered

Certificate in Theology 6 Months
Diploma in Theology 2 Years
Diploma in Mission Studies 2 Years
Diploma in Christian Leadership 1–2 Years
Diploma in Pastoral Counselling 1–2 Years
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theology 3–4 Years
Direct Entry Degree in Theology 2 Years
B.A. in Religious and Cultural Studies 4 Years
Postgraduate Diploma in Theology 1 Year
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Theology 18 Months – 2 Years
Master of Divinity (M.Div) 18 Months – 2 Years
Doctor of Theology (D.Th) 2–3 Years
Doctor of Divinity (D.D) 2 Years
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Theology 2–3 Years

Areas of Specialization (Theology – Postgraduate)

Systematic Theology
Mission Studies / Missiology
Bible Language & Literature
Biblical / Exegetical Studies
Pastoral Care and Counselling
Church Management
Church History
Christian Education

Professional Programmes

Certificate in Leadership 1 Month
Diploma in Leadership 3 Months
Advanced Diploma in Leadership 6 Months
Advanced Diploma in Pastoral Care and Counselling 6 Months
Advanced Diploma in Church Management 6 Months
Strategic Leadership Professional Level

Education & Management Programs

Available at Diploma, PGD, Masters, and Doctoral levels:

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) 1 Year
M.Ed in Educational Administration & Management 18 Months – 2 Years
Ph.D in Educational Administration & Management 2–3 Years
M.Ed in Guidance & Counselling 18 Months – 2 Years
Ph.D in Guidance & Counselling 2–3 Years
Educational Psychology PG / Masters / Ph.D
Educational Administration and Management PG / Masters / Ph.D
M.Sc in Human Resource Management 18 Months – 2 Years
Ph.D in Human Resource Management 2–3 Years
Philosophy PG / Masters / Ph.D

Onsite Program Structure

CCST uses a trimester system for onsite learning:

Three academic terms per year
Each trimester lasts 10–14 weeks
Lectures: Saturdays and Mondays

Students are encouraged to work during the week to support themselves.

Hostels & Lodging

For accommodation, call +234 803 899 5389, +234 813 078 6057 or email info@ccstaba.org. You may also visit us at:

40 Ovom Street, Ogbor-Hill, Aba, Nigeria

Online Program Structure

CCST's online school adopts a quarter system:

Fall: September – December
Winter: January – March
Spring: April – June
Summer: July – September

Lectures are delivered via WhatsApp and Telegram.

Class Time: 7 PM – 8 PM (Nigerian Time)

The quarter system allows for more breaks and intensive learning within a short term.

Our Mission & Vision

Christ Centered school of theology exists to be a citadel of Christ-Centered, sound theological education to the Christian community and the outside world thereby raising the end-time army of ministers for propagating the gospel of Christ without adulteration.

Our vision: "to become a highest provider of sound, Christ-Centered Theological education in Nigeria and beyond, while upholding true Christian virtue"

Empowering minds, shaping futures — guided by excellence and integrity.

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