Associates Certificate in Foundational Islamic Studies
Adult Education
The Associates Certificate in Foundational Islamic Studies provides individuals with a firm Islamic foundation through nurturing personal growth, providing comprehensive knowledge, and empowering students to deepen their understanding of Islam for practical implementation in their daily lives through a traditional framework.
This Certificate is offered both in-person and online. There is no Arabic prerequisite. Students may only enroll in one or more courses without enrolling in the full program.
Five Areas of Study
Doctrines of Faith: The principles of faith, encompassing the essentials of ʿaqīdah that constitutes as the heart of the Islamic faith.
Scripture: An in-depth exploration of the primary sources of Islamic guidance, namely the Qurʾan and the Sunnah through the Prophetic traditions (ḥadīth). Emphasizing the importance of studying tafsīr (Qurʾanic exegesis) and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s tradition to gain a comprehensive understanding of Islam and its practical application in daily life.
Foundations: An in-depth exploration of the origins and sources of knowledge and scripture (waḥy) in Islam. Students will delve in the academic and technical framework of extracting and comprehending information from Islamic sources. They will also study the foundational disciplines of the principles of Islam jurisprudence (Usūl al-Fiqh), principles of Hadith (Usūl al-Ḥadīth) and sciences of the Qurʾan (ʿUlūm al-Qurʾan) to understand the methodology, history and principles used in the deriving Islamic rulings, authenticate Prophetic traditions and navigating the Quran.
History: A captivating journey into the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We will explore the major events and milestones that shaped his life, from his birth in Makkah, to prophethood and death in Madinah. Through a comprehensive study, students will gain a profound understanding of the biography (sīrah) of the Prophet ﷺ and his invaluable teachings.
Application: The practical application of the foundations of Islamic law in the day-to-day life of a believer, while also emphasizing personal spiritual development.
Flexible Schedule
With our 1-hour class blocks, once a week, we ensure a balanced and manageable learning schedule for everyone - college students, young professionals, parents, and the elderly.
Interactive Teaching Styles
Our classes employ interactive teaching styles, utilizing a combination of traditional books adapted to each class’s requirements, powerpoint presentations, and a hybrid online and onsite learning model.
Earn Your Certification
After the successful completion of all courses and assessments students will receive the Foundations Associates Program certificate of completion.
Courses:
Foundations of Islamic Belief
Final Words: Understanding the Meaning of the Qurʾan Part 1 (Tafsīr of Surah Fātiha & the Last Juz)
Final Words: Understanding the Meaning of the Qurʾan Part 2 (Tafsīr of the Last Juz)
Forty Hadith of Imam Nawawi: A Journey in Prophetic Wisdom
Illuminating the Qur’an - Overview of the Qur’anic Sciences
The Roots of Islamic Law (Usul ul-Fiqh)
Hadith: Tracing the Threads of Tradition (Uṣūl ul-Ḥadīth)
From the Cradle to Migration (Sīrah)
The Enlightened Path: Exploring the Madinan Legacy (Sīrah)
Living Islam: Fiqh of Purification and Prayer (Fiqh)
Living Islam: Practical Fiqh for Fasting, Zakat and Hajj (Fiqh)
Illuminating the Heart (Tazkiyyah)