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Reaching Every Youth, Every Facility

Online Education from Straight Ahead Ministries, Inc.

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Our courses are hosted on the Udemy online learning platform.  Click the button below to go directly to Udemy.

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Courses are eligible for academic credit for students enrolled at Gordon College.  If you are not enrolled at Gordon, you'll receive a certificate of completion from the Institute of Juvenile Justice Ministries.

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Who can attend?

Courses are available online to anyone who is interested in ministry with young people in the juvenile justice system (currently incarcerated, probation, parole, awaiting trial, or transitioning back into the community).

How much is tuition?

As you begin the courses, which are hosted here on the Udemy online learning platform, there is a one-time web access fee of $19.99.  There is no additional charge for the certification program.  College credit is available through Gordon College, and tuition rates apply.  Email us here for information on course enrollment and tuition.  

Where can I find your course schedule?

Online courses can be taken at your own pace - anytime, anywhere!  Each course contains a series of five lectures.  View the course listing here.  For more information about schools and partners, email us here.

How do I receive academic credit or ministry certification?

When you enroll in the program that's right for you, you'll receive instructions about how to track and submit your progress.  Our team will always be available to answer questions.  You can reach us at 508.753.8700 or email here.

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Dr. Scott Larson

Dr. Scott Larson is the Founder and President of Straight Ahead Ministries, Inc, a faith-based organization serving justice-involved youth in juvenile detention centers and in the community.  As a thought leader in the field of juvenile justice ministry, Scott has developed Straight Ahead's innovative engagement model for leading transformational change, authored 13 books on working effectively with high-risk youth, and provided leadership training and resources for hundreds of teachers, social workers and juvenile justice workers. 


Scott has a Master of Divinity degree and a doctorate in leadership development. He is also an adjunct professor at Gordon College and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary's Center for Urban Ministerial Education.

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Teaching for Transformation

The transformative learning experience at the Institute of Juvenile Justice Ministries was created to help you develop effective juvenile justice ministry. 


Courses are available online and can be taken for ministry certification or college credit.

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