Certificate in Religious Studies
A certificate in Religious Studies will be awarded upon successful completion of twenty-four (24) credit hours, to include courses in the areas of biblical studies, theology, Judaic studies, or religious education, or a combination of these. A certificate-seeking student holds regular student status and must follow the regular admission procedures required for degree-seeking students, except that prior college-level work is not required if the student demonstrates aptitude for college work.
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General Requirements (9 crs.) |
Credits |
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CJS |
3313 3323 |
Jewish Roots and Foundations of Scripture I, Jewish Roots and Foundations of Scripture II |
6 |
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REL |
4716 |
Biblical Hermeneutics, OR |
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BST |
3833 |
Biblical/Messianic Apologetics |
3
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Biblical Studies Concentration (15 crs.) |
Credits |
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BOT |
3503 |
New Testament Survey |
3 |
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REL |
3241 |
Old Testament Survey |
3 |
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BIE, BNT, BOT |
xxxx
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Electives in Theology |
9 |
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Theology Concentration (15 crs.) |
Credits |
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BNT |
3313 |
The Gospels and their Jewish Backgrounds |
3 |
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BST, CJS, CWM |
xxxx
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Electives in Theology |
12 |
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Judaic Studies Concentration (15 crs.) |
Credits |
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BNT |
3523 |
The Gospels and their Jewish Backgrounds |
3 |
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CJS |
3443 |
Introduction to Jewish History |
3 |
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CJS |
xxxx |
Electives in Judaic Studies |
9 |
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Religious Ed. Concentration (15 crs.) |
Credits |
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EDG |
3021 |
Philosophy of Religious Education |
3 |
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PRE |
3313 |
Methods of Teaching: Children ..., OR
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PRE |
3413 |
Teaching the Adult Sunday School Class |
3 |
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PRE, CWM |
xxxx
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Electives in Religious Education, OR Youth Ministry |
9 |
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Total |
24 |
Combination Track (15 crs.): Those who wish to take courses in more than one concentration may plan with their advisor a specific course of study combining required and elective courses to suit their interests.
The Certificate in Sacred Music Program
The 24 credit curriculum of the Certificate of Sacred Music is intended to develop an historical and cultural perspective with an ability to create and listen to music with intelligent discernment, good tasteartistic skill, and musicianship. Placement examinations will be given to entering students.
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Course Requirements for the Certificate of Sacred Music: |
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BNT, BOT, BIE |
One Course Chosen by Major Instructor |
3 |
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CJS |
3313 |
Jewish Roots and Foundations of Scripture I |
3 |
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BST |
3313 |
Introduction to Theology |
3 |
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CCH |
3613, 5623 |
Church History I or II |
3 |
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Total Credits Earned for First Semester |
12 |
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Required courses in the area of Sacred Music: |
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PSM |
3313 |
Music History and Literature |
3 |
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Choose One Theory Elective Appropriate For Your Level of Knowledge: |
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PSM |
3123 |
Music Theory I |
3 |
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PSM |
3133 |
Music Theory II |
3 |
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PSM |
3143 |
Music Theory III |
3 |
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Choose Two From The Following Under The Guidance Of A Faculty Advisor: |
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PSM |
3223 |
Choral Methods and Literature |
3 |
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PSM |
3233 |
Instrumental Methods and Literature |
3 |
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PSM |
3243 |
Pedagogical Practices |
3 |
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PSM |
3523 |
Music in the Congregation |
3 |
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PRE |
3513 |
Music in the Church School Program |
3 |
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Total Credits Earned For Second Semester |
12 |
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Total
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24
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