Welcome to the Equipping Resource Hub for the Children's Ministries Leadership Certification Course - Semester One!

The Children's Ministries Leadership Certification Course (CMLCC) is designed for those involved in ministry to the next generation who have had little or no formal training in the area of children's ministries. Seasoned practitioners representing a variety of churches and ministries across Canada have written the course especially for you, sharing a wealth of experience, information, biblical truths and helpful tips that will expand your thinking and sharpen your skills.

Empowerment and Equipping

You're in the driver's seat for how you'll use this course. Whether you've decided to do a self-study or are connecting with others in a Mentorship Cohort to work toward a certificate of completion, we want to equip you. Our goal is to provide the tools, training, and knowledge you need to perform your role and serve with excellence.

You have two awesome options to complete this course:

A. Self-Paced

Download the entire CMLC course and work through it at your own pace. You're in the driver's seat, so feel free to spend extra time on the topics that matter most to you. While this path doesn't come with a certificate, the knowledge and spiritual insights you gain will be your ultimate reward, helping you live out your calling with purpose and passion.

B. Mentorship Cohort

Want a Certificate of Completion and a built-in support system? Join a district led Mentorship Cohort! You'll be connected with a PAOC District CFM Specialist in your province or territory, who will guide you and a small group of other leaders through the course. You'll discuss activities, share insights, and build relationships that will last long after the cohort is over. Mentors will be your biggest cheerleaders, helping you achieve your certificate of completion!

Whether you've decided to do a self-study or are connecting with others in a district led Mentorship Cohort to work toward a certificate of completion, you are in the driver's seat of your learning. Our goal is to equip you with the best tools, training, and knowledge to help you succeed in your role and serve with excellence. We are always adding new, tried-and-true methods and the newest tools to help you build and sustain a thriving children's ministry.

CMLCC Equipping Resource Hub:

Practical Resources

The PAOC District Children’s and Family Ministry Specialists (CFM Specialists) are committed to providing you with high-quality resources. Drawing from years of experience, they have compiled a list of practical, belief-aligned materials related to the CMLC Course and are actively developing new resources for your use. We believe these tools will be a valuable complement to your learning, empower your teams, and support your continued investment in the children you serve.

The "Hub" Model

We know how much information is out there. That's why we want to provide a single, trusted source for what you need to have a thriving children's ministry. You'll find our hub organized and easy to navigate. We'll also continue to add resources to help equip you with tried-and-true methods and the newest tools.

Thank you for your investment in raising up Bible-based, Spirit-filled disciples of Christ.

If you'd like to know more, check out our FAQ or click on the "Welcome to CMLCC Equipping Resource Hub" preview for information on how to download the CMLCC for free and how to get connected into a cohort.