ACTS is an auxiliary of the Kerygma Educational Network that serves Christian institutions delivering competency‑based distance education.
Apostles' & Nicene.
Competencies over seat‑time.
For contextual learning.
And hybrid delivery.
Strengthening schools that form faithful leaders through competency‑based distance education.
Apostles' and Nicene Creeds anchor biblical teaching and practice.
Transparent outcomes, shared rubrics, and demonstrable mastery.
Advising, mentoring, equitable access, and clear grievance paths.
Financial transparency and cyclical review for genuine quality.
Governance & Mission, Competency Frameworks, Faculty & Mentors, Curriculum & Learning Design, Assessment & Evaluation, Student Support, Financial Integrity, Continuous Improvement.
Nonprofit status, board oversight, clear theological mission.
Public outcome maps and published graduate capabilities.
Qualified faculty and practice mentors with ongoing development.
Online‑ready design, structured interaction, contextual ministry work.
Portfolios, projects, supervised practice, mastery thresholds.
Advising, accessibility policies, timely feedback.
Clear tuition/fees, no misleading claims, annual budgeting.
3‑year internal reviews, 5‑year external reviews, public reporting.
Three ways to participate in the ACTS ecosystem.
Early‑stage or transitioning institutions; up to three years.
Eligibility for peer learning
Standards gap analysis
Transition support
Full compliance with ACTS standards; five‑year cycle.
Full recognition status
Reciprocal agreements
Quality assurance
Training centers aligned with values; no degree programs.
Network participation
Resource sharing
Pathway development
Members agree to recognize competency demonstrations (portfolios, supervised projects) for transfer, admission, or advanced standing across ACTS schools.
Apostles' Creed and Nicene Creed as the shared confession.
Institutional profile, doctrinal statement, competency maps, faculty roster, finances.
Eligibility check; candidate status if foundational elements are present.
Documented evidence, portfolio sampling, virtual/on‑site evaluation as needed.
Accredited, Candidate (continued), Probation, or Denial; five‑year cycle for accredited schools.
Download foundational documents and share with your board or faculty.
Start the candidacy review by submitting your institutional profile, doctrinal statement, competency maps, faculty roster, and financials.
Download the checklist (PDF)
Prepare evidence for each standard
Submit via the submission page with application fee