Theological Education Development Services (TEDS)

TEDS was established to strengthen the teachers of theology, equipping them to teach with greater skill, confidence, and impact. Its vision is to transform theological education by helping educators in Africa and beyond grow in faith, mission, and leadership while empowering them to teach more effectively, a pioneering approach that is unique on the continent.

Under the leadership of GWC faculty members Drs Richard and Caroline Seed, TEDS runs Teaching and Learning for Higher Theological Education (TALHITE), a professional development course certified by GWC. TALHITE supports theological educators already engaged in teaching to develop practical teaching skills, refine their approach, and engage their students more deeply. The programme is delivered in-person and online, reaching several African countries as well as Chile, Papua New Guinea, and Brazil, with its influence continuing to grow.

In 2026, TEDS launched the Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Theological Education (PGDipHTE), an online synchronous programme designed to equip theological educators to teach more effectively from an African perspective. The programme responds to the need for culturally sensitive theological education that integrates faith, leadership, and mission within the life of the church.