Step Into Your Calling
as a Licensed Minister
Become equipped to serve others through ministry, counseling, and leadership.
At Mark Jones Ministries, our credentialing program is designed to help you fulfill your God-given purpose… whether in TRADITIONAL MINISTRY or EVERYDAY LIFE
WHAT YOU CAN DO AS A LICENSED MINISTER
As a Licensed Minister, you will be equipped to:
Counsel and create your very own practice
Perform weddings, funerals, and all other ministry services
Provide faith-based counseling and guidance
Lead Bible studies, groups, and seminars
Minister in both church and non-traditional environments
Use your unique gifts to impact lives
This credential allows you to serve with both authority and flexibility in your calling
Official Ministerial License upon completion
Faith-based, purpose-driven curriculum
Training in counseling and ministry application
Supervision and mentorship
100% online, self-paced format
Ongoing continuing education
Access to conferences and ministry network
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
Our Licensed Minister Credentialing program equips individuals to minister effectively in both spiritual and practical ways.
This program goes beyond traditional ministry training by combining:
Biblical foundation
Counseling-based ministry skills
Real-world application
You’ll be prepared to serve people in churches, communities, workplaces, and one-on-one settings.
Ministry Licensing Program
This program uniquely emphasizes counseling within ministry, equipping you to help people through:
Trauma and life challenges
Personal and spiritual growth
Recovery and healing
Direction, clarity, and purpose
Unlike many credentialing programs, this training prepares you to minister beyond the pulpit—into real-life situations.
Training Focus
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM
With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Mark Jones has trained individuals and organizations across multiple industries and ministry environments.
This program is designed to:
Develop both spiritual and practical leadership
Equip you to meet real human needs
Help you minister in diverse environments
Prepare you for long-term impact
You’re not just getting licensed—you’re being trained to transform lives.
REQUIREMENTS
To enroll, you must:
Be at least 18 years old
Profess faith in Jesus Christ
Complete application and interview
Complete training and pass the exam
Submit references
(Full requirements available upon application)
You don’t need:
A College Degree
Years of experience
To be a part of a church or organization
To have it all figured out
You just need a willingness to step into what you already feel called to do.
Program Cost
Ministerial Credentialing Program Fee
Continuing Education
First Year Total: $2,090
Ministerial Credentialing Program
$2,000 one-time cost
Complete Ministerial Credentialing online curriculum
Certification examination
Official Ministerial Credentialing Certification
$2,000 Credentialing Fee
$195 Annual Dues
Annual Certification Renewal
$195 per year
Certification renewal is required within 365 days of program completion to maintain an active certification status.
Continuing Education Requirement
$90 per year
Licensed ministers complete two hours of continuing education annually to maintain professional development and certification standards.
Continuing Education is available through our online library of trainings and classes to choose from.
$90 Continuing Education
Annual Recurring Fees After Year 1
$285 per year
$195 Credentialing dues
$90 Continuing education
$285 Annual Dues
YOUR NEXT STEP
If you feel called to ministry and want to make a real impact in people’s lives, this is your opportunity.
👉 Apply now and begin your journey toward becoming a Licensed Minister.