Claremont School of Theology is proud to be affiliated with the Western Jurisdiction Course of Study and Licensing School as part of its service as a United Methodist seminary. For more information, please visit the Western Jurisdiction Course of Study website.
Course of Study
The Western Jurisdiction Course of Study is a basic theological educational program of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. The program, comprised of 20 classes, is designed for those pursuing a call to ministry, but for whom seminary is not a viable option.
General information about the program can be found on the GBHEM Course of Study website.
Licensing School
All students who are certified candidates within the United Methodist Church are welcomed to the Western Jurisdiction Licensing School. This program provides 80 hours of education to prepare students to become licensed by their Bishop as a Local Pastor. The areas for study are worship, preaching, administration, spiritual formation, mission, evangelism, pastoral care, educational ministries, and United Methodist tradition.
Detailed information on Course of Study and Licensing School is available through the Western Jurisdiction Course of Study website.