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Certificate in Biblical Studies
Degree Program Objectives:To formulate a theological basis for ministry calling and vocation.To communicate by preaching, writing, and other media an effective application of biblical truths for life's needs. To guide and counsel others in times of need and personal crisis so that they can hear and respond to the voice of God. To engage in worship leadership, integrating music, scripture, and other functions in the instruction and inspiration of God's people. To research issues and opportunities using a variety of means in the choice of solutions to complex situations. Study Pace: Students are encouraged not to be unduly pressured to complete the Degree Program by a certain time. Actually, it is best to pursue training at a relaxed yet steady rate and accompany it with continuous vocation. Thus, as training moves toward culmination, the student will also grow in a vocation. One-by-One Program: All courses offered by Lathrop Christian College/VIU accredited college-level
courses, which may be taken individually for credit without enrollment in a
certificate or degree program, and will be awarded identical credit if
successfully. completed, which credit can subsequently be transferred into any
LCC/VIU certificate or degree program. Prerequisites For Admission High school diploma or equivalent. Approval from local church leadership. Curricula Following are the curricula for each of the first three years of the pre-degree certificate program. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion of each year. Courses are not weighted by number, however, students are encouraged to take the courses in the order presented. With prior written approval of the VIU headquarters office, the campus
director, and the student's mentor, the student may choose to substitute an
elective for no more than two of the courses of the designated curriculum for
each year. YEAR I Module 1 Certificate in Biblical Studies
(Each course listed below is a 3 credit hour course)
Program: Certificate in Biblical Studies Goal: Foundation Building on God's Word Theme: Servanthood Recommended Courses Course # Title (* indicates a required course). * BI100 Hermeneutics: How to Study The Bible * BIlOl Old Testament Survey * B1102 New Testament Survey * RS1O1 Dynamic Christian Foundations * BI106 The Bible RS1O3 Evangelism RS1O5 Principles of Praise and Worship RS106 Principles and Power of Prayer RS1O9 Christian Character * CC1O1 Marriage and Family Life * GE1O3 English Composition PC100 Practicum: Servanthood Substitution of courses can be made from additional electives courses listed
below or found in the college catalog if approved by Center Dean. Elective B1103 The Pentateuch B1104 The Gospels BI1OS Minor Prophets RS111 Kingdom Living ED101 Introduction to Teaching GE1O6 Introduction to Sociology GE1O9 History of Civilization RS11O Spiritual Warfare GEl05 Intro to Psychology YEAR II Module 2 Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
A.A. Degree
Program: Associates in Biblical Studies Goal: Maturity in Christ (Fullness of Stature in Christ) Theme: Workman Recommended Courses B1203 Romans and Galatians RS1O2 Christian Life RS1O7 Great Words of the Bible RS200 Church History I RS203 Soteriology: The Cross and the Crown RS204 Doctrine of the Holy Spirit RS205 The Healing Covenant RS209 Faith Dynamics CC2O1 Introduction to Christian Counseling RS2O1 Authority of the Believer PC200 Practicum. Steward in God's House (beginning leadership in Bible study, home fellowship, helping first year students). Electives BI201 Gospel of John BI202 Acts BI205 Interpreting Signs and Symbols BI208 Ministry of Helps BI210 Tabernacle of Moses BI211 Bible Atlas RS202 Cults and the Occult RS208 Eschatology RS21O Blood Covenant RS211 Ministry Gills RS213 New Creation Image RS214 Royal Priesthood RS215 Christian World View RS216 Dynamics of Revival RS217 The Charismata: Equipped to Serve GE2O1 Cultural Anthropology GE202 Health Principles YEAR III Module 3 Diploma in Ministry/ Theology
Dip.Th/ Dip.Min. Degree
Program: Ministerial Diploma/ Diploma in Theology Goal: Overseer/Shepherd Theme: Servant Leaders/Watchmen Recommended Courses ED3O1 Principles of Christian Education B1301 Corinthians RS3O1 Pastoral Ministiy RS206 Christology RS207 Ecclesiology RS212 Homiletics RS302 Apologetics RS303 Angelology RS304 Leadership and Church Government RS307 Finding God's Will: Discovery RS313 Demonology PC300 Practicum. Practical Ministry (preaching, teaching, worship leading,
missions, weddings, fimerals, communion, visitation, etc.). Electives BI302 The Prophets and Prophecy BI303 Revelation/Daniel BI304 Feasts of Israel RS305 Introduction to Missions RS306 Worship Leading in the Church RS308 Youth Ministry RS309 Highly Exalted RS314 Principles of Church Growth CB302 Entrepreneunaiship in Ministry in Christian Business Management CB303 Creative Ministiy Development in Christian Business Management PRACTICUM Each ministry student must have ample opportunity to practice his/her calling
and gift. The best laboratory for such practice is the local church. In the
Vision Bible College Program, each student will have hands-on training with
experienced Christian leaders. We offer four levels of practicum: 1.Year I - Servanthood/Ministry of Helps - Learning obedience to the word and
respect for God's authority in the church. Work will include: Physical work
around God's house, research for stafl, transportation assistance, and other
areas of service. Church attendance is expected at all scheduled services. 2.Year II - Stewards in God's House - Developing a lifestyle of service unto
the Lord is the goal of year II. Each student will serve within the local church
in areas of Home Fellowship, helping first year students, Bible Studies,
soul-winning, Sunday School Teaching, Ushering, etc. 3.Year III - Practical Ministry - Third year students will begin to branch
out as assistants to pastors, evangelists, prophets, teachers, apostles, and do
ministry throughout the church network. Each student will preach, teach,
evangelize, visit, conduct or assist in conducting weddings, funerals, commumion,
etc. Ministerial ethics are emphasized. |