Usher Certification Exam
Program Code: 5FNCB-UCP-L1
Credential Type: Certification
Credential Code: 5-Fold Certified Ushering Professional – UCP-L1
Program Overview
The Usher Certification is a formal credential recognizing individuals who serve faithfully as ministers of order, welcome, and atmosphere within their churches. Issued by the 5-Fold National Certification Board, this exam-based credential affirms a candidate’s ability to operate with the mind and spirit of a faithful servant in the Kingdom of God.
This certification is designed for those who demonstrate a consistent attitude of serving others, along with a deep commitment and passion for the church. The ideal candidate is someone who has either been elected or ordained as an usher within their ministry or who volunteers at least 10 hours per month in a service role.
This is a certification exam, not a training course. Individuals seeking formal instruction in ushering and hospitality leadership may enroll in ministry service programs through Emet School of Ministry (ESOM) or pursue relevant studies at Emet Global University (EGU).
What the Certification Exam Includes
- Online Study Guide
- Practice Test (Included in Cost)
- Comprehensive Certification Exam
- Certification Award upon Passing
What You Will Learn if You Enroll in a Partner Program (ESOM or EGU)
Students pursuing this ministry track will learn:
- The biblical role and responsibilities of the usher
- Ministry of hospitality and creating a welcoming atmosphere
- Order, safety, and spiritual attentiveness in the house of God
- Usher team protocols, dress, and communication
- Leadership roles in service flow and guest reception
- Real-world assignments in live ministry settings
Note: These subjects are covered in formal courses, not in the certification exam itself.
What the Refresher Course Includes (Optional)
- Overview of ushering ministry and hospitality best practices
- Manual and tools to support review and readiness
- No instructor support
- Best used for exam prep or renewal
Mentoring Guidelines
- Mentoring is based on the official ushering manual
- The manual is included in refresher courses and training programs
- The certification exam does not include the manual
Career Field Application
This certification affirms and equips individuals serving in:
- Ushering teams and greeter ministries
- Guest services and hospitality leadership
- Church safety and order ministries
- Sanctuary and altar assistance
- Ministry of Help and First Response Teams
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition (Certification Exam) | $587.00 |
| Enrollment Fee | $25.00 |
| Refresher Course (Optional) | $199.00 |
| Tutoring – 4 Sessions (Optional) | $150.00 |
| Exam Re-Take Fee (with 1 Year Exp.) | $250.00 |
| Credential Conferral Fee | $38.00 |
| Total Program Cost | $650.00 |
| Certification Renewal (Every 5 Years) | $199.00 |
Program Structure
- Credit Hours: 3
- Program Length: 4 Months
- Delivery: Online, Self-Paced
- Support Options: Optional mentoring and tutoring available
Bonus Concentration Track: Ushering Ministry Specializations
Offered Through the Emet School of Ministry (ESOM)
Credential: Certificate of Concentration
Prerequisite: 5-Fold Certified Ushering Professional® (UCP-L1)
Overview
The Ushering Ministry Bonus Concentration is a structured track offered through the Emet School of Ministry (ESOM) for individuals who have completed the Certified Usher Professional® certification and desire to advance their skills in a specialized area of ushering.
This concentration allows ministry volunteers, ordained ushers, and service team members to select a focused department track aligned with their responsibilities in the local church. These tracks build on the foundational certification and provide real-world insight, training, and mentorship to prepare leaders who serve with excellence, spiritual awareness, and administrative integrity.
Upon completion of one of the concentration tracks, graduates will be awarded a Certificate of Concentration in Ushering Ministry with their designated specialty.
Concentration Options
Students may choose one or more of the following departmental tracks:
| Track Name | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Ushering Leader | Leadership, team coordination, usher protocols, scheduling, and standard-setting. |
| Sanctuary Attendant | In-service order, seating, sacred space management, and pulpit support. |
| Guest Services Usher | Visitor welcome, registration flow, hospitality coordination, and follow-up. |
| Altar Response Usher | Altar call response, anointing line assistance, and post-prayer support. |
| Security & Safety Usher | Crowd control, entry regulation, emergency protocol, and internal peacekeeping |
| Event & Overflow Usher | Managing large services, conferences, overflow seating, and aisle operations |
| Greeter & Hospitality Usher | First impressions, greeting rotations, hospitality table flow, and cultural sensitivity |
| Youth & Children’s Usher | Assisting in youth and children’s ministry flow, movement, and transition security |
| Parking & Exterior Usher | Traffic flow, outdoor direction, weather prep, and parking lot positioning |
| Communion & Offering Usher | Handling sacred elements, offering envelopes, tithes, and communion distribution |
Program Format
- Length: 4–6 Weeks (Per Track)
- Format: Online with guided assignments and department-based mentorship
- Credential: Certificate of Concentration
- Requirements:
- Must hold 5-Fold Certified Ushering Professional® (UCP-L1) or A Usher Certificate of Completion from Emet School of Ministry
- Complete assigned readings, department activities, and practical observation
- Submit track reflection and department assessment
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Concentration Track | $112.00 |
| Digital Department Manual | Included |
| Mentorship Support | Included |
| Credential Certificate Fee | $38.00 |
| Total Cost | $150 |