THE SPECIALIZED SKILLS TRAINING PROGRAMS
These programs do not require a basic theological degree for enrollment. Apart from the necessary academic achievements, practical involvement in the relevant field of study is expected. These programs do not qualify for automatic upgrade into a Master of Divinity degree or into graduate theological studies.
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The Certificate in Child Studies (Cert.C.S) is for those with a SPM and with a concern for children. The program is completed through part-time off-campus studies. A total of 12 credits are required to graduate.
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The Diploma/Certificate in Christian Counseling (Dip/Cert.C.C) is a systematic counseling program designed to meet the needs of working men and women who want to develope or upgrade their skills and knowledge in helping ministries.
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The Graduate Diploma in Christian Counseling (Grad.Dip.C.C) is tailored for those seeking comprehensive training in the practice of counseling from a Christian perspective. The program consists of 20 credits of course work in a modular system with an additional 4 credits of practicum.
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The Master of Arts in Holistic Child Development (MA.HCD) is designed for people working in child development ministries. The objective is to equip students with a wide range of competencies and understandings related to holistic child development and to develop skills to relate and apply biblical principles to current child developmental theories and practices. A total of 40 credits are required to credit. The program is offered only in June each year.
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The Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies (MA.I.S) is designed for missionaries or would-be missionaries with a tertiary or professional education but not a basic theological degree (B.Th). The courses are in modules and will need up to two years to complete. A total of 50 credits is required for graduation.
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In this course the youth and student worker will learn a philosophy of ministry and a training model for youth ministry programming. The following questions will be answered:
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