Foundations for Life - One Year Program (31 Credits)
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.
| BI1013 | Pentateuch | 3 Credits |
| BI1023 | Psalms/Spiritual Formation | 3 Credits |
| BI1113 | Synoptic Gospels | 3 Credits |
| BI1123 | Acts/Pauline Epistles | 3 Credits |
| TH1013 | Theology I:God & the Bible | 3 Credits |
| TH1023 | Approaching the Bible | 3 Credits |
| TH1033 | Understanding the Bible | 3 Credits |
| CM1013 | Apologetics/Evangelism | 3 Credits |
| CM1023 | Ethics | 3 Credits |
| PR1011 | Student Ministry I | 1 Credit |
| PR1021 | Student Ministry II | 1 Credit |
| Module Elective | 2 Credits |
31 TOTAL CREDITS
Christian Ministry Diploma - Two Year Program (62 Credits)
Upon completion of the two year program requirements, students will receive a 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.
First Year - Foundations for Life Certificate Requirements (31 credits)
Students will have completed the requirements for the Foundations for Life Certificate in their first year of study which will accumulate 31 credits.
Second Year Requirements (31 credits)
The following are the requirements for a second year of study to complete the Christian Ministry Diploma:
| BI2013 | OT Historical Books I | 3 Credits |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Theology Core Study | 3 Credits | |
| GE2013 | Church History I | 3 Credits |
| GE3013 | Church History II | 3 Credits |
| PR2011 | Student Ministry III |
1 Credit |
| PR2021 | Student Ministry IV |
1 Credit |
| Electives | 8 Credits |
31 Total Credits for Year Two
62 TOTAL CREDITS
Note: the New Testament, Old Testament and Theology studies must be different from what was taken in the first year of study.
Bachelor of Christian Ministry - Three Year Program (95 Credits)
The Bachelor of Christian Ministry program offers an increasing degree of knowledge and leadership development as it builds onto the Christian Ministry Diploma courses (years 1 and 2). The program objectives are: a competent knowledge of Scripture, an attitude of servant leadership, and skill development for Christian ministry.
First & Second Year Requirements (62 credits)
Students will have completed the requirements for the Foundations for Life Certificate (31 credits) and the Christian Ministry Diploma (31 credits) in their first two years of study which will accumulate 62 credits.
Third Year - Christian Ministry Diploma Requirements (33 credits)
The following are the requirements for a third year of study to complete the Bachelor of Christian Ministry (General Studies Minor):
| BI3013 | OT Historical Books II | 3 Credits |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Theology Core Study | 3 Credits | |
| Ministry Study | 3 Credits | |
| CM3043 | Communicating the Bible |
3 Credits |
| PR3012 | Leadership Practicum I | 2 Credits |
| PR3022 | Leadership Practicum II | 2 Credits |
| Electives | 8 Credits |
33 Total Credits for Year Three
95 TOTAL CREDITS
Note: the New Testament, Old Testament and Theology studies must be different from what was taken in the first and second years of study.
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies - Four Year Program (130 Credits)
This program is designed for those anticipating involvement in ministry, whether full-time or lay ministry, and in leadership roles. The student will be further equipped to understand and communicate God's Word, counsel and nurture others, and provide Christ-like leadership. This program will equip the student with sound Bible knowledge and provide a base for those wishing to pursue further studies.
In addition to the core requirements (i.e. excluding electives) for the Bachelor of Christian Ministry, the student will complete the following:
| Ministry Study | 3 | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 | |
| PR4016 | Ministry Internship I | 6 |
| PR4026 | Ministry Internship II | 6 |
| Electives | 11 |
35 Total Credits for Year Four
130 TOTAL CREDITS
Note: the New Testament, Old Testament and Ministry studies must be different from what was taken in the first three years of study.
This track emphasizes the practical more than the academic. Students choosing this track will spend much more time in their ministry and less time on academic assignments.
Those choosing to take the Applied Track of the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies will complete all courses as listed in the Academic track. Instead of completing the assignments in the Academic syllabi, they will be required to submit weekly summaries of the class content.
The requirements for the Ministry Internships will increase from 16 to 30 hours per week.
2022-2023 Course Offerings
The following are the courses that are planned for 2022-2023.
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Approaching the Bible (3) (module) |
Theology I: God and the Bible |
| Pentateuch | Ethics |
| Synoptic Gospels | Psalms & Spiritual Formation |
| Understanding the Bible |
Acts/Pauline Epistles |
| Apologetics/Evangelism | Modular Elective (2) |
| Student Ministry (1) | Student Ministry (1) |
| Optional Elective | Optional Elective |
| 16 Credits | 15 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Historical Books I (3) (module) |
Wisdom Literature |
| Church History I | Theology II: Humanity/Sin/Salvation |
| Minor Prophets |
Church History II |
| Corinthians |
Elective II |
| Elective I | Modular Elective (2) |
| Student Ministry (1) | Student Ministry (1) |
| 16 Credits | 15 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Ministry (3) (module) |
Communicating the Bible |
| Historical Books II | Theology II: Humanity/Sin/Salvation |
| Minor Prophets | Wisdom Literature |
| Corinthians |
Elective II |
| Elective I | Leadership Practicum (2) |
| Leadership Practicum (2) | Modular Elective (2) |
| 17 Credits | 16 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Leadership Dynamics (module) (3) | Wisdom Literature |
| Minor Prophets | James |
| Corinthians | Elective II |
| Elective I | Modular Elective (2) |
| Ministry Internship (6) | Ministry Internship (6) |
| 18 Credits | 17 Credits |
| 1st Semester | 2nd Semester |
| Biblical Hebrew I |
Biblical Hebrew II |
| World Religions | |
| Angelology & Demonology |
Children & Youth Ministry
New Testament Use of Old Testament