Elementary Teaching Credential Program (64 units)
7. Demonstrate an ability to work with individuals and small groups based on sound understanding of interpersonal relationships and dynamics and show an ability to relate in a caring way to others of differing gender, ethnicities, cultures, and ages. 8. Achieve a working knowledge of the teaching-learning process and make appropriate application to a variety of age-levels and ministry settings by life-transforming bibli- cal teaching. 9. Gain the experientially-based knowledge, values, and skills vital for a Christian educator through service in an intern- ship site under supervision of a competent mentor. 10. Actively pursue and progress in a life-long process of personal spiritual development by nurturing a relationship with God, connecting in Christian community, growing in moral integrity, and engaging in vocational service in light of giftedness. Degree Program A Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Education Ministries is of- fered upon completion of the university baccalaureate and major requirements. The Christian Education Ministries major requires the completion of a core of 37 units, 24 of which must be upper division and include: 150, 252, 260, 261, 271, 351, 380, 382, 415, 426, 461, 462 and one of the following: 372, 373, 374. Bible 320 must be taken as the Bible elective. In addition to the 37-unit core, each student is encouraged to se- lect a specialization of 10 units to be taken either within or outside of the Christian Education and Biblical Studies Departments to fulfill his / her elective requirements. There are six specializations from which a student may choose that reflect a broad variety of ministry options in this field. The diversified specialization allows the student to design a program that best suits his / her voca- tional interests. The general education requirement for a foreign language for those majoring in Christian education depends upon the number of years that were completed in high school of the same foreign language. Specific requirements are listed under “general educa- tion requirements” for the bachelor of arts degree. All specialization courses are subject to departmental approval. Students may choose a general B.A. in Christian Education Min- istries or declare an area of specialization. If a general degree is sought, the student may choose elective courses from across the University to satisfy the total number of units needed for gradu- ation, with the approval of the student’s academic advisor. If the student chooses to identify a specialization, evidence of that focus should come through a list of 10 units of specialization course- work approved in consultation with the student’s advisor.
The Christian Education Ministries/ teaching emphasis majors must complete a core of 64 units, of which 24 must be upper divi- sion and include: 150, 260, 261, 271, 351, 372, 380, 382; Education 301, 330, 341, 420, 430, 440, and 442. Bible 320 must be taken as the Bible elective. Education 440 may be taken before graduation in lieu of CE 461 and 462. Certain specific general education courses are also re- quired which include: Psychology 200 and Physical Education 201. This option combines the C.E. major core with liberal studies courses. This specialization requires ARTS 306, LEDU 380, LEDU 335, MATH 117, 118, and MUSC 310 for credential requirements. Students must pass the general knowledge section of the Na- tional Teachers Examination (NTE) prior to student teaching. The student must consult with the Departments of Christian Educa- tion and Education for specifics. Those interested in this teaching credential should be advised that all single subject teaching credential programs are undergo- ing revision. Consult with the Education department for details on current programs. Children Vocational opportunities with this option include children’s direc- tor or minister in a local church, a staff member with organizations that minister to children in the United States or on a mission field, a writer of materials for use with children. Youth Vocational opportunities for youth specialization would include a local church youth director or minister, a club director for youth parachurch agencies, a youth camp director, a Christian educa- tion director in a church that emphasizes youth or an assistant or associate pastor with responsibilities for youth. Adult & Family Vocational opportunities with this specialization include director / pastor of adult and family ministries or associate pastor with responsibilities in these areas. Intercultural Vocational opportunities with this option include service on a foreign mission field or service in one of the many subcultures in the United States. Diversified This option is for those who wish to design a specialization unique to their interests, such as church-related camping, counseling, communication, business, music, computer science, etc.
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