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Third Year - Advanced Studies
CHM-301Ministerial EthicsDesigned to help students in their spiritual formation, this course teaches the unique moral role of the minister and the ethical responsibilities of that vocation, exposing common ethical problems and providing preventive strategies.
CHM-302Church Administration: Management by ObjectivesA method for conducting Christian ministry in an orderly, effective manner. Students analyze Christ’s objectives for ministry and learn to set objectives, implement plans, delegate, manage time, and evaluate results.
CHM-303Submission and AuthorityThis course teaches the power of being under God’s authority and how choosing to submit to His divine and delegated authority enables us to walk in the power and authority God desires for us.
CHM-304Principles of LeadershipStudents learn to recognize, develop, and refine the personal characteristics necessary to become an effective Christian leader — leadership as a lifestyle rather than a list of do’s and don’ts.
BIC-305People Skills: Communication and Conflict ResolutionStudents recognize, develop, and refine the communication and interpersonal skills necessary to be effective ministers and leaders, with techniques for conflict resolution, proper confrontation, and restoring broken relationships.
CHM-306Introduction to Biblical Praise and WorshipThis course equips students with practical knowledge to lead both musically and spiritually. Understanding the purpose and power in worship ignites a deeper relationship with God and a comprehensive grasp of worship principles.
BIC-307Introduction to Biblical Counseling IStudents are equipped to conduct a preliminary information-gathering counseling session with Christian believers, including the pre-counseling questionnaire, proper notation and documentation, and temperament personality profiles.
BIC-308Biblical Counseling IIAn in-depth study of temperaments and temperament blends, training students to identify the unique traits and patterns of each and to interpret, diagnose, and plan an approach for successful counseling results.
BIS-309Book of Hebrews: Harmony Between the Old and New TestamentsThis course helps students know and understand that only the full and perfect knowledge of who Christ is and what He does for us can bring us to a full and perfect Christian life (Hebrews 1:1-2).
MPR-301Ministerial Practicum Advanced StudiesThree credit hours of supervised service in your local church or an approved ministry — a minimum of 72 hours logged, evaluated by your supervising minister, and documented with the three required practicum forms.
Fourth Year
CHM-401 · Both MajorsApologetics: A Defense of the Christian FaithStudents learn to give a defense of the Christian faith against lies and attacks by getting a clear understanding of what they believe and why, along with appropriate and effective ways of sharing and defending their faith.
CHM-402 · Both MajorsHistory of the Christian ChurchThe history of the Christian Church from its birth at Pentecost through the Apostolic Church, the persecuted Church, and the expansion and development of the Church up to modern times, including the Church in the United States.
BIC-403 · Both MajorsBiblical Principles of Child and Adolescent CounselingAn understanding of the stages of child and adolescent physical, emotional, and psychological development, coupled with biblical knowledge, to provide effective biblical counseling and identify nurturing deficits.
CHM-404 · Both MajorsBiblical HermeneuticsThe nature, methods, and various types of biblical interpretation, covering the issues of interpretation and the principles and approaches for a correct understanding of each type.
PAM-405 · Pastoral MinistryPastoral Counseling: Counseling with ScripturesStudents are trained in the necessary and appropriate use of Scripture as the foundation for Christian counseling, taking a balanced look at the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of the person being counseled.
PAM-406 · Pastoral MinistryPastoral TheologyPrepares the student with core ministry duties essential to pastoral ministry — including weddings, funerals, and the ordinances of communion and baptism.
PAM-407 · Pastoral MinistryBiblical Homiletics: Expository Preaching and TeachingPractical principles of preaching and teaching the Bible. Students are taught how to prepare a sermon outline and effective methods of delivering the sermon in a way that brings the Scriptures to life.
PAM-408 · Pastoral MinistryBibliologyAn examination of the Bible, its history, authorship, and the process of canonization, along with the development of the English Bible and other translations.
BIS-409 · Pastoral MinistryPastoral EpistlesThe qualifications for ministry through the study of Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus.
CHM-410 · Pastoral MinistryMinistry of HelpsHelps the student understand the value of serving in the Body of Christ and find their place of service in the Kingdom of God.
CED-401 · Christian EducationIntroduction to Christian EducationAn understanding of the philosophy of Christian Education, emphasizing that the Church must teach to perpetuate and propagate the Gospel, with principles and practices for the beginning to the most experienced teacher.- CED-402 · Christian EducationMinistry of the TeacherExamines the character, ethics, and heart of the Christian teacher, giving students a clear understanding of how to teach and confidence in their God-given gift and skills for successful teaching.
- CED-403 · Christian EducationEducating AdultsStudents study the characteristics and needs of adults in the local congregation and how to educate them.
- CED-404 · Christian EducationClassroom ManagementStudents learn to plan and evaluate classroom structure, deal with multiple social issues and backgrounds, and provide optimum opportunities for an enriched learning experience.
- CED-405 · Christian EducationEducational Psychology PrinciplesA comprehensive study of the principles and guidelines of the teaching and learning process.
MPR-401 · Both MajorsMinisterial Practicum Fourth YearThree credit hours of supervised service, with at least 50% of the hours in service directly related to your major — Pastoral Ministry or Christian Education — documented with the three required practicum forms.