Rock‑solid
Bible training
America’s #1 Helps School. Three school years with Dr. Mark T. Barclay, at a host church near you or online.
Why SMTI
- Go deeper with the Lord.Grow a stronger, more personal walk with God through the Word.
- Learn your calling.Discover where God has placed you and how to step into it.
- Understand the church.See how church and ministry are structured, and how the helps ministry fits.
- Boost your ministry.Bring practical training back to your church and your own ministry.
Academics
Three courses.
Three school years.
Each course runs one school year, September to May, and they are completed in order.
Year one85 sessions
Supernatural Helps
Supernatural Helps is designed to build character, help define and perfect the call in an individual’s life, and develop supportive ministries in the local church.
Course details
Year two82 sessions
Advanced Survival Techniques
Advanced Survival Techniques is designed to help end-time leaders and believers in dealing with the crucial matters of life and ministry.
Course details
Year three78 sessions
Ministerial Practicalities
Ministerial Practicalities provides practical training on the local church, administration, legalities, ceremonies, executive ethics, and wisdom to perform with excellence in the ministry.
Course detailsTwo ways to study
Not ready to apply? Start with a short free course from Dr. Barclay.
Life at SMTI
Class night.
Students gather at a host church, open their Bibles, and learn from Dr. Barclay on screen.
September to May
The school
year.
- SeptemberFall term begins
Applications are due one week before term start date.
- Every weekClass night
Three one-hour teachings by Dr. Mark T. Barclay, with notebooks, outlines, and books.
- 31 weeksOne course, one school year
Each course runs September through May, in order: Supernatural Helps, Advanced Survival Techniques, then Ministerial Practicalities.
- MayCommencement
Graduates walk in robes and receive their diplomas alongside their host pastors and deans.
Student stories
More impartation than education.
Travis recounts how SMTI has impacted his life, providing him with even more impartation than education.
When Jesus came, the Bible says He was full of grace and truth. The grace met people where they were, and the truth freed them. Every time you watch a class, grace meets you, and there’s a truth that will free you to be what God has called you to be.
Try out SMTI today
Your first three
sessions are free.
No strings attached. Sit in on a class and see what SMTI is like.