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Apply for a Ministerial Credential.

Apply for credentialing through AEGA Ministries International, a Spirit-filled fellowship of ministers credentialing pastors, planters, and chaplains since 1976. The application below routes to the Board of Examiners. Most credentials are issued within three to five weeks of a complete submission.

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4

Credential Tiers

3-5 wks

Typical Review Time

50

U.S. States Recognized

3,000+

Credentialed Ministers

Choose Your Credential Tier

One application. Four credential tiers.

The application form routes to the appropriate tier based on the selection made at submission. If unsure which tier fits, compare the four credentials below or contact the AEGA office.

Ministerial Apprentice.

Entry-tier credential with a twelve to twenty-four month formation period under a covering pastor. For ministers in formation on a clear licensing track. Ministerial Apprentice credential →

Christian Worker.

Vocational-tier credential for staff ministers in defined ministry roles. Youth pastor, worship pastor, missions director, associate minister. Christian Worker credential →

Licensed Minister.

Full ministerial authority to preach, officiate marriages and funerals, baptize, and serve Communion. The standard pastoral credential before ordination. Licensed Minister credential →

Ordained Minister.

The highest credential AEGA issues. Required for chaplaincy endorsement and AEGA endorsing-minister roles. Ordained Minister credential →

What You'll Need to Apply

Have these ready before starting.

Legal name and contact information. Name as it appears on government-issued identification.

Written doctrinal affirmation. One to two pages affirming alignment with AEGA's Spirit-filled doctrinal position.

Ministry history. A summary of current and recent ministry context (church, role, dates, scope).

Prior credential records (for ministers transferring an ordination from another recognized body).

Three references. At least one from a credentialed minister. Email and phone for each.

Senior-pastor endorsement letter (for Licensed Minister and above). On letterhead when possible.

Sermon sample (for Licensed Minister and Ordained Minister). Written or video link.

Application fee. Per the AEGA bylaws, varies by tier. Paid online.

Application Form

Begin the credential application.

The form below routes directly to the AEGA Board of Examiners. Save and return is supported. Most applicants complete the form in twenty to thirty minutes.

Name*
First Middle Last
Residence Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Office Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Home Phone*
Business Phone
Mobile Phone
Email*
Place of Birth
Date of Birth
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Are you a U.S. citizen?*
If no, what is your legal status?
Sex*
Spouse's Name (if married)
Number of Children
Have you ever been divorced? (does not disqualify applicant for credentials)
Do you agree that any unethical or heretical acts on your part automatically expels you from the AEGA?*
Will you surrender your credentials if expelled?*
Educational Data: List schools/colleges/universities completed with degrees earned (if any).*
Upload diplomas and/or transcripts for information listed above.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 512 MB.
How long have you been born again?*
Are you presently in full time ministry? If so, explain:*
Are you supported entirely by your ministry?*
What ministerial positions have you previously held?
Where have you held these positions?
For how long have you held these positions?
Why did you leave?
Do you currently have secular employment?*
Name of Employer
How long have you been employed there?
Current Position
Supervisor's Name
Supervisor's Phone Number
How many jobs have you held in the past 10 years?
What is your annual income?*
What is your ministry?*
What church or ministry do you serve through at this time?*
Have you been credentialed with another religious group?*
If yes, please list name(s):
Length of time with them?
Why did you leave?
What led you to join AEGA?*
If you join AEGA, will you financially support and actively promote it?*
Do you believe in and agree to abide by our 18 Fundamental Truths?*
Review the 18 Fundamental Truths HERE.
Do you teach and practice water baptism according to Matthew 28:19?*
Do you use any form of alcohol?*
Do you use tobacco?*
Do you use narcotics?*
If yes to any of the substances above, please explain:
Do you have the Baptism in the Holy Spirit according to Acts 2:1-4, with the physical initial evidence of speaking with other tongues and the Spirit of God gives the utterance?*
Are you at the present time living a clean, consistent Christian life according to the New Testament standards of holiness (Gal. 5:22, Phil. 4:8)?*
Is Christ first in your life, and the salvation of souls more important to you than self-edification (Gal. 2:20, Rom. 12)?*
Do you strive earnestly for unity in the entire body of Christ (John 17:21)?*
Are you a soul winner (Proverbs 11:30)?*
Do you tithe?*
Do you promise not to slander or deliberately harm your brethren?*
Do you pay your debts, in a timely manner?*
Current Pastor's Name/Address/Phone (if applicable)
Have you ever been dismissed from a position (secular or clerical) as a result of sexual misconduct?*
If yes, please explain:
Have you ever been lawfully convicted or legally charged by an individual, group of individuals, or an organization, of sexual misconduct?*
If yes, please explain:
What are your views on same sex marriage/unions?
If granted licensed or ordained minister credentials, you will be required to take a test comparable to that level. If score is inadequate, do you agree to take courses provided by Omega Bible Institute & Seminary in order to increase your knowledge of the ministry?*
There is no charge for Covenant Members to take courses. However, associate members are charged a small fee of $35 to cover books and shipping.
THIS SECTION TO BE COMPLETED ONLY WHEN APPLYING FOR LICENSED/ORDAINED STATUS.
Are you licensed or ordained?
When?
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Name the group, fellowship or denomination.
If you are pastoring now, give the name and address of you church.
I am applying for:*
PLEASE STATE YOUR DOCTRINAL VIEWS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
Salvation*
The Trinity:*
Water Baptism:*
Holy Spirit Baptism:*
Repentance:*
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Letters of Recommendation
Letters from two (2) ministers, not related to you who have known you for at least two (2) years that will attest to your Christian character and the call of God on your life.

Letters from three (3) Christian individuals, not related to you who have known your for at least two (2) years that will attest to your Christian character and the call of God on your life.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 512 MB.
Photo ID
i.e. drivers license, passport photo, etc.
Max. file size: 512 MB.
APPLICATION FEE: No application fee required if you are applying for Licensed or Ordained Minister. However, you are required to pay an application fee if you are applying for Christian Worker or Ministerial Apprentice. This fee is submitted online once you click “submit” on this application.

You may also mail a check or money order to: AEGA, 2149 Hwy 139, Monroe, LA 71203
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How the Review Works

From submission to credential in three to five weeks.

01 Submit the application

Personal information, doctrinal affirmation, ministry history, references, and supporting documents. Application fee paid online.

02 References contacted

The AEGA office contacts each reference by email and phone. Most references respond within a week.

03 Board of Examiners review

The doctrinal statement, ministry context, and references are reviewed. Most files reach a decision within three to five weeks of submission.

04 Credential issued

Printed certificate and wallet card mailed to the applicant. The credential is active on the date of issue.

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Frequently Asked

Credential application, answered.

How long does the credential application take to review?

Most credentials are issued within three to five weeks of a complete application. Ordained Minister applications occasionally extend a week or two when a presbytery interview is scheduled. Files with complete references and a senior-pastor endorsement letter move fastest. See the full timeline by tier →

Which credential tier should I apply for?

Ministers in formation on a licensing track choose Ministerial Apprentice. Staff ministers in defined ministry roles (youth, worship, missions, associate) choose Christian Worker. Pastors exercising full ministerial authority choose Licensed Minister. Ministers pursuing chaplaincy endorsement, transferring an existing ordination, or stepping into senior pastoral office choose Ordained Minister.

Can I save the application and finish later?

Yes. The application supports save-and-return. Begin with the contact information block and the AEGA office sends a resume link by email. The reference contacts can be completed in a follow-up session if needed.

Is AEGA an online ordination service?

No. AEGA is not a denomination, and AEGA is not an online ordination service. The application includes doctrinal review, reference contacts, and (at the Ordained Minister tier) an occasional presbytery interview. The Board of Examiners reads every file before a credential is issued.

What if I have a question while applying?

The AEGA office answers application questions Monday through Friday. Call 1-800-842-5176 or email info@aega.org. Most application questions are answered the same business day. Contact AEGA →

Begin your application.

Three to five weeks of review. Decades of ministry ahead. A Spirit-filled fellowship of ministers since 1976.

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Begin Your Application · Board of Examiners

Apply for a Ministerial Credential.

4

3-5 wks

50

3,000+

Choose Your Credential Tier

One application. Four credential tiers.

Ministerial Apprentice.

Christian Worker.

Licensed Minister.

Ordained Minister.

What You'll Need to Apply

Have these ready before starting.

Application Form

Begin the credential application.

The form below routes directly to the AEGA Board of Examiners. Save and return is supported. Most applicants complete the form in twenty to thirty minutes.

THIS SECTION TO BE COMPLETED ONLY WHEN APPLYING FOR LICENSED/ORDAINED STATUS.

PLEASE STATE YOUR DOCTRINAL VIEWS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

How the Review Works

From submission to credential in three to five weeks.

01

Submit the application

02

References contacted

03

Board of Examiners review

04

Credential issued

Frequently Asked

Credential application, answered.

How long does the credential application take to review?

Which credential tier should I apply for?

Can I save the application and finish later?

Is AEGA an online ordination service?

What if I have a question while applying?

Begin your application.