Certification Guidelines

The Program of Certification

The Southern Baptist Church Business Administration Association has established a program of certification for Baptists involved in the field of Church Business Administration.

Achievement of this standard will be attested to by recognition as Certified in Church Business Administration (CCBA). An appropriate certificate will be issued by the Southern Baptist Church Business Administration Association.

The requirements include:

Attendance at two ten-day seminars at an accredited certification center.
An approved research-action project in church administration that represents a responsible contribution to the field.
Two years continuous work experience in the service of church business administration (church, agency, associational or denominational employment).
Submission of evaluations completed by pastor/supervisor and two other leaders in applicant’s organization.
Completion of application form and payment of prescribed certification fee.

Recognition and Certification

A successful candidate shall be presented with a certificate at the annual July Baptist conference of church business administrators that meet each year during the NACBA national conference.

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