Associate of Applied Science in Christian Ministries

The Associate of Applied Science in Christian Ministries is a 63-semester hour program. Students may complete this program at their own rate of progress. Most students, however, complete this program in two years. This program is appropriate for those who desire to obtain a general knowledge of Biblical and theological studies and practical application of various forms of Christian service and leadership. The Associate of Applied Science in Christian Ministries allows students to navigate their own course of study between choosing Biblical and Pastoral Ministry electives.

Upon satisfactory completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Christian Ministries, the graduate should be able to:
  • Analyze and integrate general and biblical knowledge into a fundamental worldview.
  • Demonstrate a competency in general education subjects.
  • Attain and comprehend a general knowledge of the contents of the Bible.
  • Acquire a broad understanding of the Church and its mission.
  • Apply practical disciplines to areas of individual interests.
77% of graduates have reported that they are extremely confident or very confident in their ability to analyze and integrate general and biblical knowledge into a fundamental worldview. 

80% of graduates have reported that they are extremely confident or very confident in their abilty to attain and comprehend a general knowledge of the contents of the Bible. (Christian Ministries Assessment)


Program Requirements for A.A.S. In Christian Ministries

Total Required Courses = 63 Credit Hours


General Education Requirements
  English Composition I  
  English Composition II  
  Success in College  
  Foundation in Communication (Course options available)  
  Capstone  
  Social Science (Course options available)  
  Arts/Humanities/Literature (Course options available)  
  Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics  
  Environmental Science  
Bible and Theology (Choose any 4 courses)
  Old Testament  
  New Testament History  
  Bible Study Methods  
  Life of Christ  
  Acts  
  Theology I  
  Theology II  
Church Ministries (Choose any 2 courses)
  Introduction to Christian Leadership  
  Christian Ethics  
  Spiritual Formation  
Christian Ministries
  Pneumatology  
  Introduction to Missions  
  Introduction to Evangelism  
  Strategies for Youth Ministry  
  Theology of Leadership  
  Marriage and Family  
  Introduction to Business