Church of Christ in Nations · Theological Education by Extension
Training
Faithful
to Train Others
COCIN TEE is a Christ-centered theological institution equipping pastors, missionaries, church leaders, and lay members with sound biblical knowledge for effective Christian service — without leaving home, church, or workplace.
Who we are
About COCIN TEE
Established to address the growing need for trained Christian workers, COCIN TEE has become one of Nigeria's leading extension theological institutions. Through flexible and accessible learning, it enables believers to receive quality theological education without leaving their homes, churches, workplaces, or communities.
Today, COCIN TEE continues to prepare men and women for ministry, discipleship, evangelism, leadership, and community transformation while remaining firmly rooted in biblical truth.
Five decades of impact
Our History
Theological Education by Extension (TEE) in COCIN has made a remarkable impact on the growth of the Church over the past five decades.
The institution began as a training programme designed to equip catechists and church workers who had little or no formal theological education. Many evangelists (Mai Bishara) who entered ministry during the 1970s received their first theological training through TEE.
From its humble beginnings as a certificate and diploma awarding institution, COCIN TEE has grown into a fully recognized degree-awarding theological institution.
By focusing on the training of pastors and lay members alike, the institution has strengthened biblical literacy throughout COCIN congregations. Today, many church members possess sound theological understanding that enables them to effectively support pastoral ministry while maintaining humility and unity within the Church.
TEE has played a significant role in ensuring that the African Church is biblically grounded, spiritually mature, and equipped for ministry.
What we believe
Our Philosophy
COCIN TEE operates a Christ-centered extension theological education programme dedicated to equipping believers for effective service in the Church and society.
Our philosophy is founded on Ephesians 4:12–13 and 2 Timothy 3:16–17, emphasizing spiritual maturity, biblical knowledge, practical ministry, and Christian character.
The programme seeks to develop:
- 01
Spiritual Formation
through practical biblical learning.
- 02
Strong Discipleship
that nurtures believers toward maturity.
- 03
Christian Character
founded on integrity, humility, and faithful service.
- 04
Leadership Development
for effective ministry and community transformation.
- 05
Biblical Competence
for defending sound doctrine and teaching God's Word.
Our Vision
To be a leading extension theological institution with well-equipped staff and quality learning facilities, providing excellent theological education that equips pastors, missionaries, lay leaders, and church members to serve God faithfully while guarding the Church against false teaching.
Our Mission
To glorify God by providing sound biblical and theological education that equips Christian leaders and believers for effective ministry, discipleship, leadership, evangelism, and service to humanity.
Programmes
Equipping
the Saints
Our modular programmes integrate academic excellence with practical ministry experience — rooted in the Scriptures, shaped by the great tradition of the Church, and directed toward the daily work of gospel ministry across Nigeria and West Africa.
Explore programmesBiblical Studies
Old and New Testament exegesis in the original languages — Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic — with attention to hermeneutics and historical context.
Theology
Systematic and historical theology from the apostolic age through the Reformation to the African church today.
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Ministry Leadership
Pastoral care, homiletics, church planting, and cross-cultural missions — developing shepherds ready to lead congregations across Nigeria and beyond.
"Preach the Word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching."2 Timothy 4:2 · Our Charge
Our Core Values
- Biblical Truth
- Christ-Centred Teaching
- Spiritual Growth
- Discipleship
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Servant Leadership
- Faithfulness
- Evangelism
- Community Transformation
Admissions
Study while you serve in ministry
Our extension model offers certificate, diploma, and degree programmes for both clergy and lay members — affordable, practical, and firmly rooted in Scripture.