Orthodox theology programs
Program Letter Description Leading to Degree Level Entry Requirements
A Introduction to the Orthodox Faith Certificate only (no level) none
B Orthodox Catechist Certificate only Associate High School Diploma or completion of Program A
C Diploma in Sacred Theology Dipl. Theol. undergraduate High School Diploma or G.E.D.
D Licentiate of Theology S.T.L. postgraduate Bachelor’s Degree or Dipl. Theol.
E Doctor of Divinity (earned) D.D. doctoral Master’s Degree or S.T.L.
F Doctor of Sacred Theology S.T.D. doctoral Master’s Degree or S.T.L.
CPC Certified Pastoral Counselor CPC undergraduate High School of G.E.D.
PH Doctor of Philosophy in Religion Ph.D. doctoral Master’s Degree or S.T.L.