Pittsburgh District Learning Center (PDLC)
PDLC classes are currently being reviewed. At this time, classes are not being offered at the District Center unless individually assigned.
The Church of the Nazarene has recently updated the course of study where there is more continuity across the USA/Canada region. Translations are in the works for other nations as well.
The program is called Non-Degree Course of Study (NCOS). This is for anyone not seeking a degree, but seeking ordination educational requirements.
The new structure consists of an online set up consisting of 8 weeks including videos, discussions and corresponding lectures. A few Nazarene Schools have adopted the structure and are currently offering classes. Currently, it is recommended for classes to be taken through Nazarene Bible College, but it is welcomed for other colleges to be explored if desired. Note, MVNU is not yet offering classes.
Classes are $175. Classes do not need to be taken in order and can be taken at any of the Nazarene schools offering the NCOS program.
If/When classes are made available to be taken at the District Center, applicable announcements will be made.
Review the information below for that which is pertaining to an applicable status.
Class Offerings
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NOTE: Upon final completion, official transcripts will be required from all schools where classes are taken toward ordination requirements. While enrolled, unofficial transcripts will be accepted for status updates.
Classes are advised to be taken through Nazarene Bible College under NCOS (Non-degree Course of Study). Click the Button Below to connect to NBC’s website.
Classes are $175. Classes do not need to be taken in order and can be taken at any of the Nazarene schools offering the NCOS program.
Classes should be taken at NBC either under the Alliance Ministry Prep Program (MPP) or the Non-degree Course of Study (NCOS). The MPP program courses have the same courses available as listed on the PDLC transcript. Please refer to your transcript for what is needed. It is advised to continue under this format if there are less than 5 classes to complete. If there are more than 5 needed for completion, it is advised to complete under the NCOS structure. There are different titles, but a conversion transcript has or will be emailed to you from the PDLC director.
The program should be confirmed it meets the ordination requirements for the Church of the Nazarene. The program should be offered from one of our Nazarene schools. Information would be stated on the program description page of the corresponding school’s website. Please notify the director which program/school you are attending. Periodically unofficial transcripts should be provided to record status.
Previously Offered Classes
Fall 2021
- Pauline Epistles
- Intro to Old Testament
Spring 2022
- The Pentateuch
- Western World Modern & Emerging Society
- Global Evangelism
- Spiritual Formation
Fall 2022
- Hebrew Prophets
- Intro to New Testament
Spring 2023
- New Testament Gospels
- Systematic Theology I
- Systematic Theology II
- Doctrine of Holiness
Fall 2023
- Leadership of Christian Education & Ministries
- Pauline Epistles
Spring 2024
- The Pentateuch
- Developing a Missional Church
- The Practice of Christian Ministry
Fall 2024
- Western World Modern & Emerging Society
- New Testament Gospels
Spring 2025
- Christian Preaching I
- Christian Preaching II
Fall 2025
- Philosophy of Christian Ethics
- Hebrew Prophets
- Leadership of Christian Education & Ministries