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PTEE | Theological Education by Extension

Theological Education by Extension · Since 1981

Study theology where you are,
and serve your church with confidence.

An open theological college equipping Arabic-speaking church leaders and believers, without leaving your work, your ministry, or your city.

Regional academic partnerships and memberships: ATA · MENATE
Theological Education by Extension · Since 1981

Study theology where you are,
and serve your church with confidence.

An open theological college equipping Arabic-speaking church leaders and believers, without leaving your work, your ministry, or your city.

Regional academic partnerships and memberships: ATA · MENATE

1981

Founded in Amman

5,000+

Students

1,406+

Classes delivered

28

Countries worldwide
Members of the PTEE community at a training meeting
Our Vision and Mission

Education that comes to you, so you never have to leave your place of service.

PTEE provides evangelical theological education in Arabic, equipping church leaders and believers where they live across the Arab world and its diaspora. Study integrates spiritual formation, biblical understanding, ministry skills, and responsibility toward society.

The Learning Model

Learning that moves from the student, to the church, to the community.

Six principles make extension learning practical, flexible, and connected to life.

01

Where you are called

Study where you live, work, and serve, while staying close to your church, family, and community.

02

Flexible learning

Interactive materials, self-study, and meetings led by qualified facilitators, in person or online.

03

Education in Arabic

Biblical, theological, and ministry content designed for the Arab Church and its diverse contexts.

04

Whole-person formation

Spiritual growth, biblical knowledge, practical ministry skills, and responsibility toward society.

05

A clear academic path

Begin with the Certificate and progress to the Diploma and Bachelor according to your calling and pace.

06

Ministry in practice

Connect knowledge with application through supervised practical experience in the church and community.

Academic Programs

Flexible, progressive study pathways.

Start at the level that fits you, and progress at the pace of your life and ministry.

A PTEE facilitator training session
40 credit hours

Certificate of Theology

A solid university-level foundation for growth in Scripture, theology, and ministry.

Members of the PTEE community at a program gathering
80 credit hours

Diploma of Theology

A deeper pathway that builds on the Certificate and prepares you for more mature ministry.

PTEE graduates
120 credit hours

Bachelor of Theology

A complete program combining academic study with practical ministry experience.

How do you begin?

Begin your studies in four clear steps.

01

Choose your program

Compare the academic pathways and choose the level that fits your calling and experience.

02

Submit your application

Continue to the current admissions system and complete the new or returning student application.

03

Connect with your facilitator

Your study group is formed, and a qualified facilitator leads the weekly meeting.

04

Learn and serve

Apply what you learn directly in church, home, and community.

01

Choose your program

Compare the academic pathways and choose the level that fits your calling and experience.

02

Submit your application

Continue to the current admissions system and complete the new or returning student application.

03

Connect with your facilitator

Your study group is formed, and a qualified facilitator leads the weekly meeting.

04

Learn and serve

Apply what you learn directly in church, home, and community.

Latest News

From the life of PTEE.

10 March 2026

Facilitators from four countries train together

Facilitators from Jordan, Lebanon, the United States, and northern Iraq took part in an interactive training.

4–5 February 2025

The 43rd General Assembly

An in-person and online meeting to advance PTEE's mission and ministry in the region.

14 November 2025

Educational media studio opens

A new space for recording lectures and developing digital content for students.

Your next step

Ready to study with us?

Review the program that fits you, then continue securely to the current admissions and registration system.