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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
FALL The nature and mission of the church is studied from biblical and historical perspectives as a basis for understanding the leader's role today. A philosophy of a Great Commission healthy church is developed, along with an in-depth exploration of one's calling, character, identity, and giftedness for local church ministry. Contemporary ministry issues are also explored. Offered alternate years (Fall 2009).
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3.00 Credits
FALL This course considers the relational context of ministry, emphasizing ways to work effectively with persons in the church, as well as the responsibilities of the minister in worship, prayer, evangelism, visitation, weddings, funerals and administering the ordinances. Offered alternate years (Fall 2008).
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
SPRING Students are placed in a local church under the supervision of a capable pastor in order to observe and participate in a wide range of ministries. The course includes pre-internship orientation and post-internship assessment with instructor. It is normally scheduled during the spring semester of the junior year. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Prerequisites: PST 312 and PST 322
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3.00 Credits
SPRING or FALL Biblical principles for leading and administering a local church's ministry are explored. The course examines vision casting, goal setting, motivation, decision making, organization, working with boards and committees, leadership development, and the management of change and conflict in a local church.
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3.00 Credits
ARR Ministry to Hmong churches within the United States is studied. Attention is given to the historical and cultural background of the Hmong people, their worldviews, the history of the Hmong Church in Laos and the United States, as well as leadership roles and practical ministry in Hmong churches today. Offered on demand.
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3.00 Credits
FALL and SPRING This course is an introduction to the discipline of psychology, including the principles, methods, vocabulary, and major theories in the study of human behavior. Applications of psychology for life and ministry will be examined. Biblical teaching will be brought to bear on the subject matter to enable the student to develop a Christian perspective of psychology.
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3.00 Credits
FALL or SPRING This course is a study of psychological facts and principles as applied to the problems of education with emphasis upon the psychology of learning and individual differences. Sixteen clock hours of field experience at a school site are required. Prerequisite: PSY 130
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3.00 Credits
FALL and SPRING Human psychological development from birth to death is studied. Consideration is given to psychological, emotional, cognitive, social, moral, and spiritual development and experiences. Prerequisite: PSY 130
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3.00 Credits
SPRING This course is the study of basic social science research methods, including experimental designs, observational studies, and surveys. Research design, research tools, data collection, analysis of data, and reporting of findings will be covered. Ethical issues in social research will be discussed. (Also SOC 240X) Prerequisite: PSY 130 or SOC 230; MAT 225
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3.00 Credits
FALL This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of counseling, including a study of the major schools of psychotherapy and their theories of counseling. The perspective of the course is a holistic biblical view of humankind. Prerequisite: PSY 130
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