Bachelor of Science in Christian Leadership & Communication with a Concentration in Youth Ministry 

Children and adolescents comprise unique subcultures in our society to which the church must minister. The Youth Ministry Major will prepare students to minister to children and adolescents in both the church and world. To accomplish this goal, the student will participate in academic courses, practical courses and field experiences, as well as a seminar presented by leading youth ministers from the field.

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What Will You Learn?

Graduates completing this degree will be able to:

  • Develop a theological, psychological, and pastoral approach to working with children and youth
  • Present Scripture in a relevant manner for children and youth
  • Function effectively at an entry level in multi-staff churches or other ministries
  • Adequately lead and manage a ministry to children and youth in the local church
  • Develop worship and educational programs for children and youth
  • Serve in para-church ministries related to children and youth, e.g. church camps

Christian Leadership and Communication Concentration Youth Ministry Courses

  • Academic Success
  • Intro to Computing
  • Composition & Grammar
  • Intro to Christian Leadership
  • Old Testament Survey
  • New Testament Survey
  • Scripture and Christian Living
  • Sharing & Defending the Christian Faith
  • Discipling & Mentoring the Christian Faith
  • Living the Christian Faith
  • Philosophy & Ethics
  • Critical Research
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Oral Communication
  • Personal Financial Management
  • World Civilizations
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Exploring God’s World
  • Issues in Christian Leadership
  • Leadership & Theology Capstone
  • Research & Concept Development Skills
  • Communication in Servant Leadership
  • Communication in Small Groups and Teams
  • Life of Christ
  • Marketplace Ministry
  • Biblical Theology
  • Restoration History
  • Historical Theology
  • Mobilization of Volunteers
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Letters of Paul
  • Philosophy and Theology of Youth Ministry
  • Current Issues in Youth Ministry
  • Strategies for Student Outreach
  • Leadership and Administration in Youth Ministry
  • Christian Leadership Capstone

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