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BAM/YO - Bachelor of Arts in Ministry - Youth
A Four Year Program (120 Credits)
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| Program Director: Al Mertes |
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Match your interests and gifts to the major that best suits you through Prairie’s Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Degree program (BAM). This program is designed to build your confidence to minister in any environment; providing you with an in-depth knowledge of the Bible and practical leadership skills for ministry.
The Youth Program is:
• For those who would like to develop youth skills for a vocational church, para-church or community ministry.
• Excellently suited for the second career person.
• For persons who are already in youth ministry who would like formal education. It is possible to receive internship credit for past experiences that qualify.
• For people who would like to work with youth (e.g. teaching, counseling) and would like to have a theological and biblical foundation previous to secular vocational training.
Program Objectives
Prairie’s BAM program will equip you to:
• Effectively study, understand and interpret Scripture.
• Understand the principles for effective ministry in a variety of applications and situations.
• Realize the global mission of the Church and its implications for your life.
• Understand the importance of interpersonal relationships in the context of effective ministry.
• Confidently apply practical skills as required in ministry settings
• Realize and develop your God-given gifts and passions for use in ministry to the glory of God and the benefit of others.
Expanded Opportunities
Your BAM degree will open doors to skilled service as a church worker, church planter, church educational program leader, worship leader, pastor, youth worker, camp leader, or numerous other roles within a church or para-ministry setting. Your degree lays the foundation for graduate studies in ministry, theological studies, missiology or divinity.
The BAM program can also be completed entirely through Prairie Distance Education (some course listings may differ). Call toll-free for the Distance Education program outline (1-800-785-4226), or send e-mail to distanceed@prairie.edu
Fees
The 2010-2011 fees for the BAM/YO program are (fees are per semester and are subject to change):
Tuition - ($260 per credit hour)
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$3,900* |
| College Services** - ($40 per credit hour) |
$600* |
| Residence (double occupancy room) |
$1,065 |
| Refundable Residence Damage Deposit |
$250 |
| Meal Plan |
$1,525 |
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| *Based on 15 credits per semester |
| **Includes student union, printing, fitness, intra-mural, technology, library, orientation, graduation & spiritual formation fees. |
| Program Requirements (3 credits each unless otherwise noted) |
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| Bible & Theology Major |
30 credits |
| BT 101 Reading the Bible in the 21st Century |
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| NT 111 The Gospels |
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| NT 220 Pauline Epistles 1 |
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| Two Bible or Theology electives (200 level or above) |
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| OT 111 Genesis through Deuteronomy |
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| OT 242 Psalms & Wisdom Literature |
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| TH 100 Introduction to Christian Theology |
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| TH 357 Theology of Worship |
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| One Theology elective (200 level or above) |
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| General Studies Core |
36 credits |
| GS 400 Intergrative Ministry Seminar |
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| HF 111 Thinking & Writing |
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| HF 333 Early Church History |
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| HF 240 Christianity & Culture |
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| HF 434 Reformation Church History |
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| HF 356 Music in Contemporary Culture |
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| SS 110 Intro. to Psychology |
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| SS 120 Intro. to Sociology OR |
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| SS 224 Marriage & Family |
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| SS 150 Interpersonal Communication |
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| SS 212 Lifespan Development |
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| SS 366 Principles of Management for Not-for-Profit Organizations |
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| SS 374 World Religions OR |
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| SS 378 Principles of Cross-Cultural Relationships |
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| Youth Major |
42 credits |
| CM 141 Foundations of Worship Ministry |
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| CM 215 Leadership Foundations |
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| CM 250 Intro to Counseling |
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| CM 318 Ministerial Ethics |
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| CM 354 Principals of Family Counseling OR |
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| YO 220 Youth Evangelism & Discipleship |
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| CM 468 Youth Ministry Internship (12 credits) |
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| YO 151 Intro to Youth Ministry |
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| YO 224 Creative Teaching Methods |
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| YO 313 Youth Issues & Culture |
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| YO 314 Youth Communications |
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| YO 460 Topics in Youth Ministry |
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| Spiritual Formation Core |
12 credits |
| SF 100 The Christian Life: Pursuing God Faithfully |
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| SF 200 Discipleship: Following Christ Authentically |
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| SF 300 Church: Witnessing Christ in His Community |
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| SF 400 Prayer: Engaging God Passionately |
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