Undergraduate and Degree Programs
Associate in Biblical Studies
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this program of study, the graduate will be equipped with:
- a core Biblical curriculum that will enable them to defend and communicate the Bible to others;
- a foundation for ministry skills needed to carry out effective ministry;
- a core of classes on which he or she may build to work toward a Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Courses
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT
HOURS |
| BIB141 |
Old Testament Survey 1 |
3 |
| BIB142 |
Old Testament Survey 2 |
3 |
| BIB111 |
New Testament Survey 1 |
3 |
| BIB112 |
New Testament Survey 2 |
3 |
| BIB121 |
How to Study the Bible |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| THE101 |
Doctrine 1 |
3 |
| THE102 |
Doctrine 2 |
3 |
| THE103 |
Doctrine 3 |
3 |
| BIB211 |
Life of Christ |
3 |
| THE131 |
Spiritual Life |
3 |
| PCS201 |
Evangelism & Discipleship |
3 |
| GE102H |
Old Testament Culture |
3 |
| BIB214 |
History of the Bible |
3 |
| BIB261 |
Biblical Study of Prayer |
3 |
| 100 Level |
Course Electives (3 courses) |
9 |
| 200 Level |
Course Electives (3 courses) |
9 |
| Subtotal = 63 |
General Education Requirements
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT
HOURS |
| GE111E |
English Grammar |
3 |
| GE121E |
Writing Skills |
3 |
| GE201E |
English Composition |
3 |
| GE111HM |
Reading Skills |
3 |
| GE100 |
World History |
3 |
| GE201CM |
Public Speaking |
3 |
| GE200 |
American History |
3 |
| GE211 |
General Math |
3 |
| 100 or 200 Level |
Course Electives (1 course) |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 90 |
Bachelor in Biblical Studies
(Prerequisite: Associate in Biblical Studies)
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
- To give each graduate a foundation in Biblical truth so that he/she is equipped to defend and communicate
the Bible to others.
- To give the graduate an understanding and appreciation of their position in Christ and enable him/her to
practice spiritual disciplines as a lifestyle.
- To enable each graduate to recognize differing world-views and minister effectively and creatively in the
midst of them.
- To enable graduates to acquire the skills necessary to serve and relate to others Biblically.
- To equip and encourage the graduate to be active participants in God’s global work.
Required Courses
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| THE302 |
Doctrine of the Church |
3 |
| THE311 |
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit |
3 |
| THE452 |
Doctrine of Last Things |
3 |
| PCS202 |
Introduction to Missions |
3 |
| BIB361 |
Genesis |
3 |
| BIB303 |
Romans |
3 |
| THE265 |
Knowing God's Will |
3 |
| GE202CM |
Homiletics 1 |
3 |
| GE203CM |
Homiletics 2 |
3 |
| GE201H |
Church History 1 |
3 |
| GE202H |
Church History 2 |
3 |
| PCS262 |
Church Leadership & Administration |
3 |
| BIB212 |
Bible Study Methods |
3 |
| THE253 |
Apologetics |
3 |
| 300 Level |
Course Electives (4 courses) |
9 |
| 400 Level |
Course Electives (3 courses) |
3 |
| Subtotal = 63 |
General Education Requirements
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| GE302SS |
World Views |
3 |
| GE401HM |
Introduction to Philosophy |
3 |
| GE303E |
English Literature |
3 |
| GE301SS |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| GE401NS |
Finance |
3 |
| GE201NS |
Computer Skills |
3 |
| PCS403 |
Ethics |
3 |
| General Ed |
General Education Courses (2 courses) |
6 |
| Subtotal = 27 |
| Total Credit Hours = 90 |
Ministry Skills Programs
Ministry Skills Programs may be taken for credit or audit. Upon successful completion, the student will be awarded a
Diploma. Credit hours earned can be transferred toward the Associate in Biblical Studies if required by that program.
Upon successful audit completion, a certificate is awarded.
Foundations Program
The Foundations Program is designed with the High School student in mind as a potential dual-enrollment program before enrolling in a public university.
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Build their lives and ministries upon a Biblical Foundation and be able to defend and communicate it to others.
- Be able to combine cultural awareness with Biblical principles and creative training in order to minister to those with differing world-views.
- Effectively possess the important skills of relating to and serving others.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| PCS403 |
Christian Ethics |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| BIB121 |
Hermeneutics |
3 |
GE302SS |
World Views |
3 |
| THE253 |
Apologetics |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 15 |
Mission Skills Program
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Be prepared to read, defend and communicate the Scriptures; particularly those portions related to global missions
- Be prepared to further the mission of the church as they go, send, pray and give toward world evangelization.
- Possess the tools to develop the Missions Ministry Vision and Strategy at their local church.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| PCS201 |
Evangelism and Descipleship |
3 |
| PCS202 |
Introduction to Missions |
3 |
| PCS303 |
Local Church and Missions |
3 |
BIB121 |
Hermeneutics |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 15 |
Teacher's Skills Program
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Have a foundation of Biblical knowledge that will allow them to prepare and teach lessons that are Biblically
based and be able to defend and communicate the Scripture to others.
- Have effective people skills to serve and relate to others that they lead in the teaching context in a variety
of settings.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| PCS153 |
Bible Teaching |
3 |
| GE301CM |
Interpersonal Relationships |
3 |
| GE302SS |
World Views |
3 |
BIB121 |
Hermeneutics |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 15 |
Counseling Skills Program
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Possess the Biblical knowledge and skills to be able to defend and communicate the Scriptures to others.
- Be prepared to discover and offer Biblical solutions in issues faced in counseling situations.
- Be effective in serving and relating to others in need of counsel and wisdom.
- Understand when and where to refer counselees to others more capable than him or herself.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| GE101SS |
Counseling I |
3 |
| GE102SS |
Counceling II |
3 |
| GE302SS |
World Views |
3 |
BIB121 |
Hermeneutics |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 15 |
Youth Skills Program
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Be able to interpret, defend and communicate the Scriptures to others.
- Be effective in relating to others, especially youth and their parents/guardians as they serve in ministry to
youth/children.
- Possess an awareness of current culture, Biblical principles and creative skills in order to initiate ministry to
teens/young adults.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| PCS403 |
Christian Ethics |
3 |
| PCS201 |
Evangelism and Discipleship |
3 |
| GE302SS |
World Views |
3 |
BIB121 |
Hermeneutics |
3 |
| THE112 |
Progressive Revelation |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 15 |
Church Leadership Skills Program
Upon completion of this program, the student will:
- Embrace the Bible as the foundation for ministry wisdom and direction and apply
it to others.
- Possess the tools to develop vision and strategies, to deploy Christ’s people
ministry according to Biblical values.
- Possess the character and skills needed to relate to and serve others.
| COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOURS |
| THE101 |
Doctrine I |
3 |
| THE102 |
Doctrine II |
3 |
| THE103 |
Doctrine III |
3 |
PCS262 |
Pastoral Ministries |
3 |
| PCS262 |
Church Leadership |
3 |
| PCS303 |
Local Church and Missions |
3 |
| Total Credit Hours = 18 |
Certificates in Biblical Studies
There are four Certificates in Biblical Studies offered to students. Award of certificate is based on attendance and
attitude.
Biblical Studies Certificate
| Biblical Studies (courses beginning with BIB) |
15 hours |
| Theology Courses (courses beginning with THE) |
9 hours |
| Electives (courses from any other area of study) |
3 hours |
| Total |
27 hours |
Richardson Certificate
| Biblical Studies |
30 hours |
| Theology Courses |
12 hours |
| Electives |
3 hours |
| Total |
45 hours |
Caldwell Certificate
| Biblical Studies |
45 hours |
| Theology Courses |
12 hours |
| Electives |
33 hours |
| Total |
90 hours |
President's Certificate
| Biblical Studies |
60 hours |
| Theology Courses |
18 hours |
| Electives |
102 hours |
| Total |
180 hours |
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