BAM/YO - Bachelor of Arts in Ministry - Youth

A Four Year Program (120 Credits)
Program Director: Al Mertes  

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)
$3,900*
College Services** - ($40 per credit hour) $600*
Residence (double occupancy room) $1,065
Refundable Residence Damage Deposit $250
Meal Plan $1,525
   
*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)
   
Bible & Theology Major 30 credits
BT 101 Reading the Bible in the 21st Century  
NT 111 The Gospels  
NT 220 Pauline Epistles 1  
Two Bible or Theology electives (200 level or above)  
OT 111 Genesis through Deuteronomy  
OT 242 Psalms & Wisdom Literature  
TH 100 Introduction to Christian Theology  
TH 357 Theology of Worship  
One Theology elective (200 level or above)  
   
General Studies Core 36 credits
GS 400 Intergrative Ministry Seminar  
HF 111 Thinking & Writing  
HF 333 Early Church History  
HF 240 Christianity & Culture  
HF 434 Reformation Church History  
HF 356 Music in Contemporary Culture  
SS 110 Intro. to Psychology  
SS 120 Intro. to Sociology OR  
SS 224 Marriage & Family  
SS 150 Interpersonal Communication  
SS 212 Lifespan Development
SS 366 Principles of Management for Not-for-Profit Organizations
SS 374 World Religions OR
SS 378 Principles of Cross-Cultural Relationships  
Youth Major 42 credits
CM 141 Foundations of Worship Ministry  
CM 215 Leadership Foundations  
CM 250 Intro to Counseling  
CM 318 Ministerial Ethics  
CM 354 Principals of Family Counseling OR  
YO 220 Youth Evangelism & Discipleship  
CM 468 Youth Ministry Internship (12 credits)  
YO 151 Intro to Youth Ministry  
YO 224 Creative Teaching Methods  
YO 313 Youth Issues & Culture  
YO 314 Youth Communications  
YO 460 Topics in Youth Ministry  
   
Spiritual Formation Core 12 credits
SF 100 The Christian Life: Pursuing God Faithfully  
SF 200 Discipleship: Following Christ Authentically  
SF 300 Church: Witnessing Christ in His Community  
SF 400 Prayer: Engaging God Passionately  
   

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