School of Advanced Leadership Training
Through SALT courses, leaders strengthen their practical ministry skills and spiritual health, as well as form a strong Biblical foundation from which to serve others.
Upcoming Salt Classes
SPRING 1
Registration ends January 12
Classes meet Mondays, January 19 – March 9, 2026, from 6–8pm
CNS5813 – Pastoral Care: Listening and Assessing
Taught by Bob Damon
Learn foundational listening skills, how to identify the meta-message within a conversation, and explore assessment protocols that guide when pastoral care might require counseling, therapy, or other measures.
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EVG3830 – Making Disciples
Taught by Jeremy Allard & Sam Helgerson
Identify and clarify what is commonly called the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18–20.
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BIB5103/3405 – Life of Christ and the Kingdom Among Us
Taught by Brad Crocker
Explore the purpose, structure, content, and enduring significance of Matthew’s Gospel, with focus on Jesus’ origin and identity, His Kingdom proclamation, and the significance of His crucifixion and resurrection.
SPRING 2
Registration ends March 16
Classes meet Mondays, March 23 – May 11, 2026, from 6–8pm
CNS6403 – Family Crisis & Conflict
Taught by Amy McGinnis
Equip yourself to navigate family crisis situations and manage conflict within marriages, families, and churches. Identify core issues and understand the dynamics that precipitate crisis and conflict.
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EVG3840 – Relational [Personal] Evangelism
Taught by Curtis McGinnis
Consider the motivation for personal evangelism, examine various methods, and develop confidence in sharing the gospel. Build a strong biblical model for reaching the world with and for Christ.
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BIB5003/1225 – New Testament Overview
Taught by Monte French
Study the background, history, and emphases of New Testament documents and how they shaped the theology of the early church recorded in Acts.
Overview
In partnership with Hope International University, The School of Advanced Leadership Training (SALT) equips emerging leaders with the knowledge and skills needed for effective and relevant ministry. Courses are conveniently delivered and offer a collaborative student learning environment, designed to be instantly applicable to real-life ministry situations.
SALT students learn from seasoned, well-respected ministry experts. Guest lecturers share their extensive knowledge and first-hand experiences, teaching invaluable principles for exceptional ministry leadership.
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Biblically based professional and personal enrichment
Practical relevance and application for life and ministry
Efficient format (8 week courses)
Learn from highly qualified faculty and experienced ministry experts
Classes in Rochester, MN or at your home church
Online and/or on-site mentoring
Accredited undergraduate or graduate units
May be completed in as little as 12 months
Our Certificates of Ministry equip emerging leaders with the knowledge and skills needed for effective and relevant ministry. Through SALT courses, leaders strengthen their practical ministry skills and spiritual health, and form a strong Biblical foundation from which to serve others. Ministry staff, interns, and church members will all benefit from SALT courses. Upon completing 12 units in this SALT program, (four 3-unit courses), each student will receive a Ministry Certificate from Hope International University. Courses also may be audited (no credits).
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Intro to Care Ministries
Pastoral Care: Listening and Assessing
Family Crisis and Conflict
Balancing Ministry and Personal Life
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Personal Evangelism
Ministry Practices for the Church
Making Disciples
Small Group Dynamics
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Old Testament Overview
New Testament Overview
Life of Christ ‘ Jesus and the Kingdom among Us
Bible Study Methods and Tools
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Dynamics of Servant Leadership
Leadership Styles and Principles
Perspectives on Dynamic Church Leadership
Developing Spiritual Disciplines