Want seminary-grade training without enrolling in a degree program? FULLER Equip is the online learning platform from Fuller Theological Seminary, offering self-paced courses and professional certificates that fit your schedule — whether you're a pastor, ministry volunteer, or lay leader seeking to grow.^1
The platform features courses developed in partnership with Fuller's Centers and Institutes — including the Fuller Youth Institute, the William E. Pannell Center for Black Church Studies, the Brehm Center for Worship, Theology, and the Arts, the Center for Spiritual Formation, the Max De Pree Center for Leadership, the Asian American Center, Centro Latino, the Chinese Studies Center, and the Thrive Center for Human Development. Topics range from trauma-informed church leadership and spiritual formation to youth discipleship, faith and science, mentoring, church finances, and leadership in polarized times.^1
FULLER Equip also offers professional certificate programs (typically five to seven courses plus a final project) that earn a credential recognized by Fuller Seminary, with the possibility of Credit for Prior Learning toward a Fuller degree.^1 For churches and organizations, group rates, customized training, and consulting services are available in areas like mental health, spiritual formation, and practical ministry.^1
Why Christians Love It"The course was well organized and complete. It had all the information I needed to understand mentorship and how it was different from coaching or counseling. I enjoyed the community of learners, the exchange of experiences and the course leader's guidance and availability." — Kassandra, Equip Learner^1
"The Business of Ministry certificate will help pastors and ministers steward all of the church's assets toward a cohesive disciple-making strategy, which necessarily includes knowledge of finances, supervision, facilities, planning, and systems." — Ministry Leader^1
"Equip has changed the way I lead my team and reenergized my view of ministry." — Jenny Smith, Equip Learner^1
Notable- Part of Fuller Theological Seminary, founded in 1947 in Pasadena, California^3
- 160+ courses currently available, including several free options^2
- Partner organizations include World Vision, Tearfund, Biblica, Missio Alliance, BioLogos, and FaithTech^1
- Courses feature APA-approved continuing education credits for mental health professionals^2
- Web-based platform — no app download required; accessible from any device^1
