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An American Christian university, recognized in Florida, with courses in Portuguese and English that you complete 100% online, from wherever you are.
Shaping Leaders for a Global Calling
EMB Christian University is an American institution based in Florida, where faith and learning walk together. Born from the heart of Embaixada Church, we prepare men and women called by God to lead and serve. We offer theology courses in Portuguese and English that can be completed entirely online, with a special emphasis on the Portuguese-speaking faith community in the United States, Brazil, and other countries.
Our purpose is simple: to unite a solid biblical foundation with ministry practice, equipping you to impact lives in your context and around the world.
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 years
- Languages
- Portuguese & English
- Format
- 100% online
- Recognition
- Florida, USA
Called to Lead
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Certificate of Christian Ministry and Leadership
The Certificate of Christian Ministry and Leadership is designed to establish a solid biblical foundation and develop practical leadership skills. It prepares you for effective service in ministry and for leading churches and Christian organizations, uniting deep biblical training with the development of leadership, character, and vision.
Year 1
Theological Foundations
The nature of the Bible, Law, Prophets, Writings, hermeneutics, the doctrines of God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit, evangelism, discipleship, and the practical application of theology.
Year 2
Leadership and Ministerial Development
Biblical leadership models, servant leadership, vision and mission, team building, church administration, financial stewardship, preaching, conflict resolution, pastoral care, missions, Christian ethics, and ministerial legacy.
Year 1 curriculum
A journey of 4 terms, from foundation to practice
The first year of the Certificate of Christian Ministry and Leadership covers 12 courses across 48 academic weeks, in the American term format, with a new class released every Saturday.
01
Fall
Biblical and Theological Foundations
- 1The Nature of the Bible and Revelation
- 2Principles of Biblical Interpretation
- 3The Doctrine of God and the Trinity
12 weeks · 3 four-week courses
02
Winter
Old Testament
- 1The Law, Torah and the Pentateuch
- 2The Prophets
- 3The Poetic Books (the Writings)
12 weeks · 3 four-week courses
03
Spring
New Testament I
- 1The Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles
- 2The Doctrine of Christ and Salvation
- 3The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
12 weeks · 3 four-week courses
04
Summer
New Testament II and Ministry Practice
- 1Romans, the Epistles and Revelation
- 2Evangelism and the Great Commission
- 3Discipleship and Mentoring
12 weeks · 3 four-week courses
4
Terms per year
12
Courses
48
Academic weeks
Sat
New class day
Each course runs for 4 weeks, combining video classes, readings, a book, and short assessments. The full Saturday-by-Saturday calendar is available in the Student Portal. Year 2 goes deeper into leadership and ministry development, with its grid shared with enrolled students.
Secure your place in the Fall 2026 classFrom Theological Foundation to Practical Leadership
Flexibility and Global Reach
Format
100% online: the whole programme can be completed remotely. The in-person gatherings in Florida are optional and livestreamed.
Classes
New subjects covered every 4 weeks (livestreamed or recorded).
Review Classes
Review gathering every 3 months, in person in Florida, livestreamed and recorded for those following from home.
By the End of the Program, You Will Be Able to:
Testimonials
Lives Transformed by the Calling
Stories from students who answered the call at EMB.
I'm in the first class at EMB University and it has been an incredible experience: learning details of the Bible I had never seen or heard before, and with that deeper understanding I can apply it to my own life, to my family's, and to the way I serve.
I never liked reading books. In fact, I never read one without skipping pages whenever the story got dull. But now I take enormous pleasure in reading and understanding the message of each book, of each verse.
I recommend EMB for the quality of its teaching and the seriousness of those who lead it: leaders guided by God.
Alexandre Nabuco
First class · Ministry leader · Boca Raton, FL
I was looking for a theology school, and my Pastor José Passinato told me we were going to have a University. I was so glad to be a member of the Church and to be able to study at the University of the same group.
I'm gaining an open view of what the Bible truly means in a person's life, a broad look at what the Lord our God really wants to say to us. It goes far beyond simply reading the Bible at home. I serve on the deacon board at my church, and this has deeply shaped my understanding of what it really means to be a deacon: a mindset I did not have before.
I recommend the University to anyone: the professors are of the highest quality, with deep knowledge of what they teach, and any support a student needs comes almost immediately.
Adailson
Deacon
Faculty
Teachers Who Live What They Teach
Pastors and leaders with hands-on ministry experience.
Pastora Adrianne Passinato
President
Pastor José Passinato
Founder
Prof. Natanael Knabben
Fall 2026
The Nature of the Bible and Revelation
Prof. Matheus Soares
Fall 2026
Principles of Biblical Interpretation
Bp. Sérgio Sintra
Winter 2026–27
The Law, Torah and the Pentateuch
Pastor Sandro Gonzalez
Spring 2027
The Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles
Pastor Michel Simplício
Fall 2026
The Doctrine of God and the Trinity
Investment
American theological education at a fraction of the cost
Study at a Christian institution in the United States for a price designed to fit the budget of someone with a calling, far from what studying in America usually costs.
EMB's full 2-year programme costs less than a single month of the average tuition at a private American university.
Reference: 2024/25 average tuition and fees at private nonprofit US universities (College Board, Trends in College Pricing). Approximate comparison.
Pay from anywhere
Tuition is charged in dollars to your international credit card and lands on your statement in your own currency, converted by your card at the day's rate. No wire transfers, no US bank account, no paperwork.
Installments from the university itself, interest-free
24 installments of US$ 129.00 directly with EMB, with no financing and no interest, plus a one-time US$ 49.00 enrollment fee. Prefer to pay a year or the whole programme upfront? You can.
Start without fear
You have a 3-business-day right to cancel after signing the agreement, and a prorated refund through the first 20 weeks of class. The rules are public, with no fine print.
Read the cancellation and refund policyNo visa, no moving
The programme is 100% online: study from the United States, Brazil, or wherever you are. In-person gatherings in Florida are optional and livestreamed.
Frequently asked questions about EMB Christian University
Is EMB Christian University a recognized university in the United States?
EMB Christian University is a higher-education institution operating in the United States, focused on Christian, theological, and ministerial formation. We offer theology courses in Portuguese, completed 100% online.
Is EMB Christian University accredited?
No. EMB Christian University does not hold American academic accreditation. We operate in Florida under the Department of Education's authorization for religious institutions of higher education, which licenses ministerial programmes like ours. In practice, the Certificate of Christian Ministry and Leadership is a Christian formation for ministry, leadership, and service, not an academic degree with guaranteed credit transfer to other universities. We would rather you know this clearly before enrolling.
Are EMB Christian University courses online?
Yes. The entire programme can be completed 100% online, live or through the recordings, which lets students from Brazil, the United States, and other countries study flexibly. We also hold in-person gatherings and events in Florida, but they are optional and not required to complete the programme. Classes are organized especially for the Portuguese-speaking Christian community.
Who can study at EMB Christian University?
The courses are designed for people who want to deepen their knowledge of theology, Christian leadership, evangelism, and ministerial development.
How does the registration process work?
Interested students can pre-register directly on the website. After registration, the EMB team gets in touch with next steps, class information, pricing, and formation details.
Can I study at EMB while living in Brazil?
Yes. EMB Christian University's online courses allow Brazilian students to study directly from anywhere in Brazil or abroad.
Does EMB offer theology courses in Portuguese and English?
Yes. EMB Christian University offers theology courses in Portuguese, which can be taken entirely online.
Is the EMB certificate issued in the United States?
Yes. EMB Christian University uses a North American academic structure and offers certification issued in the United States.
How does payment work from outside the US?
The US$ 129.00 monthly installment is charged to your international credit card and appears on your statement in your local currency, converted by your card issuer at the day's rate (your card's usual fees may apply). No international wire or US bank account is needed.
Admission
Secure your place in the next class
Pre-register and our team will reach out with next steps and the details of the program.
US$ 129.00/month
24 monthly installments (US$ 3,096.00 in total) plus a one-time US$ 49.00 enrollment fee. Fall 2026 class, starting September 12.