Old Testament Survey — Certificate Course

Understand the Story, Structure, and Message of the Old Testament

Thirty-nine books. One unfolding revelation. Build a working grasp of the Old Testament from Genesis through Malachi, seeing how its history, covenants, wisdom, poetry, and prophecy fit together.

Course at a Glance

• Instructor: Dr. William “Billy” Kryger
• Course scope: 38 online course items, including 36 recorded lectures
• Format: 100% online and self-paced
• Access: 12 months from activation
• Award: Non-credit certificate of completion

What You’ll Learn

• The Law: Genesis through Deuteronomy
• The historical books and the development of Israel’s national life
• Old Testament poetry and wisdom literature
• The major and minor prophets
• Key people, events, covenants, and turning points
• How each book contributes to the unified message of Scripture

Course Roadmap

The course begins with an introduction to the Bible, then proceeds book by book through the Pentateuch, historical books, wisdom and poetry, and the prophets. The final lectures cover Haggai, Zephaniah, Zechariah, and Malachi before the final examination.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Kryger serves as vice president of Harvest Bible Seminary and supports its continuing work of providing Bible-centered theological education. His leadership contributes to the stability, direction, and ministry purpose of the institution as HBS serves students through distance learning.

How You Earn the Certificate

Complete all required lectures, lessons, quizzes, assignments, and the final examination(s), earning at least 75%. HBS manually confirms completion before issuing the non-credit certificate.

Access & Order Processing

Most student logins are created and emailed within 24 hours. Please allow up to three business days for HBS Administration to process your order and create course access. Watch the email address used at checkout for confirmation and login instructions from the Administration Department.

Important: This is a standalone, non-credit continuing-education course. Purchasing it does not grant admission to an HBS degree program or academic credit toward a degree.