The minimum requirements are as follows:

1. Applicant must be at least 25 years old.

2. Applicant must have a full-time, professional ministerial involvement for a minimum of 5 years.

3. Application must be submitted and approved by the Admissions Department of CTU.

4. Proficiency in Biblical fundamentals must be evidenced through the completion of at least two internal or external courses with CTU.

5. The approval or denial of a PLA application is based upon the applicant's proficiency, ministry involvement, and rationale for completing a PLA portfolio.

Request for application must be submitted in writing. The application must be completed, signed, and returned with the appropriate application fees.