Programs
One Year
Foundations For Life
The Foundations For Life program is designed as a foundational discipleship year, which will equip the student with a solid Biblical basis from which to pursue a career, vocational training, or university studies. The focus is on personal Christian growth, a foundational understanding of the Bible, and life application.
Two Years
Christian Ministry Diploma
This program is designed for those who anticipate ministry in their local church or simply want a solid base for further vocational training. The focus is on knowledge of the Scriptures, appreciation for the local church, and skill development for church ministry.
Three Years
Bachelor of Christian Ministry
The BCM program offers students a degree of specialization in their studies. There are two minors to choose from: General Studies or Missions. The program objectives are: a competent knowledge of Scripture, and attitude of servant leadership, and skill development for Christian ministry.
Four Years
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
The Biblical Studies major is designed for individuals desiring to develop their Biblical training for Christian Ministry. This program will equip the student with sound Bible knowledge and provide a base for those wishing to pursue further studies.
Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry
This program is designed for those anticipating involvement in pastoral ministry, in a "people helping" ministry, or in organizational leadership. The student will be further equipped to understand and communicate God's Word, counsel and nurture others, and provide Christ-like leadership. There are three tracks to choose from: Leadership/Management, Pastoral Ministry, and Youth Ministry.
Course Catalogue
Foundations For Life (32 Credits)
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT113 |
God & the Bible |
|
3 |
BT114 |
Life of Christ |
|
3 |
BT115 |
Pentateuch |
|
3 |
BT123 |
Approaching the Bible |
|
3 |
BT124 |
Letters of Paul: Ephesians to Thessalonians |
|
3 |
CM111 |
Discipleship & Evangelism |
|
3 |
GE122 |
Ethics & Culture |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR121 |
Freshman Missions Practicum |
|
6 |
Electives |
|
Christian Ministry Diploma (64 Credits)
Year One
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT113 |
God & the Bible |
|
3 |
BT114 |
Life of Christ |
|
3 |
BT115 |
Pentateuch |
|
3 |
BT123 |
Approaching the Bible |
|
3 |
BT124 |
Letters of Paul: Ephesians to Thessalonians |
|
3 |
CM111 |
Discipleship & Evangelism |
|
3 |
GE122 |
Ethics & Culture |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR121 |
Freshman Missions Practicum |
Year Two
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT214 |
Humanity, Sin & Salvation |
|
3 |
BT215 |
Israel: Conquest to Crisis |
|
3 |
BT222 |
Corinthians |
|
3 |
BT223 |
Christian World View |
|
3 |
BT224 |
Hermeneutics |
|
3 |
GE211 |
Communications |
|
3 |
GE212 |
History of Christianity: Reformation to Present |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR223 |
Outreach Missions Practicum |
Elective Requirements (12 Credits)
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
4 |
At least one of the following courses |
|
|
|
GE251 |
Youth Ministry |
|
|
CM252 |
Theology of Worship |
|
|
CM256 |
Teacher Development |
|
|
CM351 |
Teamwork in Ministry |
|
8 |
Open Electives |
|
Bachelor of Christian Ministry
General Studies Minor (98 Credits)
Year One
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT113 |
God & the Bible |
|
3 |
BT114 |
Life of Christ |
|
3 |
BT115 |
Pentateuch |
|
3 |
BT123 |
Approaching the Bible |
|
3 |
BT124 |
Letters of Paul: Ephesians to Thessalonians |
|
3 |
CM111 |
Discipleship & Evangelism |
|
3 |
GE122 |
Ethics & Culture |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR121 |
Freshman Missions Practicum |
Year Two
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT214 |
Humanity, Sin & Salvation |
|
3 |
BT215 |
Israel: Conquest to Crisis |
|
3 |
BT222 |
Corinthians |
|
3 |
BT223 |
Christian World View |
|
3 |
BT224 |
Hermeneutics |
|
3 |
GE211 |
Communications |
|
3 |
GE212 |
History of Christianity: Reformation to Present |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR223 |
Outreach Missions Practicum |
Year Three
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT310 |
Israel: Crisis to Restoration |
|
3 |
BT311 |
General Epistles |
|
3 |
BT312 |
The Church & Last Things |
|
3 |
CM321 |
Interpersonal Care & Counselling |
|
3 |
CM322 |
Ministry Synthesis |
|
3 |
GE311 |
Leadership Foundations |
|
3 |
GE312 |
History of Christianity: the Early Church |
|
3 |
GE313 |
Sermon Design & Delivery |
|
4 |
PR317 |
Christian Leadership Practicum (2 per semester) |
Elective Requirements
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
18 |
Open Electives |
|
Bachelor of Christian Ministry
Missions Minor (64 Credits plus Missions Internship)
Year One
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT113 |
God & the Bible |
|
3 |
BT114 |
Life of Christ |
|
3 |
BT115 |
Pentateuch |
|
3 |
BT123 |
Approaching the Bible |
|
3 |
BT124 |
Letters of Paul: Ephesians to Thessalonians |
|
3 |
CM111 |
Discipleship & Evangelism |
|
3 |
GE122 |
Ethics & Culture |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR121 |
Freshman Missions Practicum |
Year Two
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT214 |
Humanity, Sin & Salvation |
|
3 |
BT215 |
Israel: Conquest to Crisis |
|
3 |
BT222 |
Corinthians |
|
3 |
BT223 |
Christian World View |
|
3 |
BT224 |
Hermeneutics |
|
3 |
GE211 |
Communications |
|
3 |
GE212 |
History of Christianity: Reformation to Present |
|
2 |
PR115 |
Student Ministry (1 per semester) |
|
3 |
PR223 |
Outreach Missions Practicum |
Elective Requirements
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
2 |
GE353 |
Cultural Anthropology |
|
2 |
MI352 |
Issues in Missions |
|
2 |
MI354 |
Missions Research Project |
|
6 |
Open Electives |
|
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (128 Credits)
In addition to the core requirements (i.e. excluding electives) for the Bachelor of Christian Ministry, the student will complete the following:
Year Four
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT412 |
Pastoral Epistles |
|
3 |
BT421 |
Bible/Theology Research Project |
|
3 |
BT423 |
The Prophets of Israel |
|
3 |
BT452 |
Issues in Theology |
|
3 |
GE4** |
Advanced Hermeneutics/Biblical Theology |
|
3 |
GE4** |
New Testament Book Study |
|
3 |
GE413 |
Ministry Foundations |
|
Ministry Philosophy Paper |
Elective Requirements
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
24 |
Open Electives |
|
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Leadership (128 Credits)
In addition to the core requirements (i.e. excluding electives) for the Bachelor of Christian Ministry, the student will complete the following:
Year Four
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
3 |
BT412 |
Pastoral Epistles |
|
3 |
BT452 |
Issues in Theology |
|
3 |
CM421 |
Counselling |
|
3 |
GE413 |
Ministry Foundations |
|
3 |
GE422 |
Leadership Dynamics |
|
3 |
**429 |
Lectureship |
|
12 |
PR433 |
Ministry Internship |
|
Ministry Philosophy Paper |
Elective Requirements
Leadership/Management Major
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
2 |
BT251 |
Wisdom Literature |
|
2 |
CM255 |
Church Dynamics |
|
2 |
CM351 |
Teamwork in Ministry |
|
2 |
CM354 |
Conflict Resolution |
|
3 |
GE355 |
Global Leadership Summit |
|
7 |
Open Electives |
Pastoral Ministry Major
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
2 |
BT257 |
Spiritual Formation |
|
2 |
CM252 |
Theology of Worship |
|
2 |
CM255 |
Church Dynamics |
|
2 |
CM351 |
Teamwork in Ministry |
|
2 |
CM354 |
Conflict Resolution |
|
3 |
CM422 |
Advanced Preaching |
|
5 |
Open Electives |
Youth Ministry Major
|
Credits |
Course # |
Title |
|
2 |
BT257 |
Spiritual Formation |
|
2 |
CM351 |
Teamwork in Ministry |
|
2 |
GE251 |
Youth Ministry |
|
2 |
GE255 |
Family Life |
|
2 |
GE354 |
Youth Culture |
|
8 |
Open Electives |
|
