The Associate of Applied Science in Pastoral Leadership consists of 63 semester hours of courses designed to prepare students for pastoral ministry and ministry-related vocations. The student also gains a general Bible knowledge, theology, pastoral theology, and communication skills. Upon the completion of the program, students should be equipped to engage in the ministry of the local church either as a full-time minister or as a part-time staff member.
Upon satisfactory completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Pastoral Leadership, the graduate should have:
86% of graduates have reported that they are extremely confident or very confident in their ability to demonstrate familiarity with the functions of pastoral ministry (e.g. worship, preaching, evangelism, discipleship, administration and leadership). (Pastoral Leadership Assessment)
Upon satisfactory completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Pastoral Leadership, the graduate should have:
- An understanding of the fundamental doctrines and theology that pertain to the Pentecostal and evangelical tenets.
- Knowledge and experience in the various aspects of pastoral care-giving and how it relates to church growth.
- An ability to effectively communicate the gospel and other biblical truths in large and small group settings.
- Knowledge of spiritual leadership principles, roles, and experience in their application.
- An understanding of church administrative procedures as they pertain to a local church.
86% of graduates have reported that they are extremely confident or very confident in their ability to demonstrate familiarity with the functions of pastoral ministry (e.g. worship, preaching, evangelism, discipleship, administration and leadership). (Pastoral Leadership Assessment)
Program Requirements for A.A.S. In Pastoral Leadership
Total Required Courses = 63 Credit Hours|
General Education Requirements
Bible and Theology (Choose any 4 courses)
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Church Ministries (Choose any 3 courses)
Pastoral Leadership
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