The Urban Ministry Institute of Chester has deliberately chosen to function as a non-accredited training institution in order to remain available to as many students as possible. Our view is that the call of God, gifting by His Spirit, and practical experience in ministry are the most essential prerequisites for those desiring ministry training. We believe it is our responsibility as a missions-based training center to remain available to these students through innovative approaches to education.
The decision to remain non-accredited does not, in any way, reflect a lack of commitment to academic excellence. On the contrary, we believe that those preparing to do God's work deserve faculty who have been well-prepared academically and programs that present an intellectual challenge. At The Urban Ministry Institute, students will find courses that are both stimulating and demanding, along with a faculty of experienced ministers and missionaries who have earned degrees from outstanding colleges and universities.
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