Looking for seminary-quality training without committing to a full degree? FULLER Equip is the online learning arm of Fuller Theological Seminary, offering self-paced courses and professional certificates designed to sharpen your leadership, deepen your theology, and strengthen your ministry — all on your own schedule.^1
The platform hosts over 160 courses spanning topics like trauma-informed church leadership, spiritual formation, church finances, youth discipleship, mentoring, faith and science, and more. Courses are developed in partnership with Fuller's renowned Centers and Institutes — including the Fuller Youth Institute, the Pannell Center for Black Church Studies, the Brehm Center for Worship, Theology, and the Arts, and the Center for Spiritual Formation — giving you access to cutting-edge research paired with real-world ministry insight.^2
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, they provide group rates, customized training, and consulting services in mental health, spiritual formation, leadership, 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
- 168+ courses currently available, including several free options^2
- Partners with organizations like World Vision, Tearfund, Biblica, and Missio Alliance^1
- Courses led by Fuller faculty and experienced practitioners across diverse fields^2
- Web-based platform — no app download required; accessible from any device^1
