B. Th. Youth Ministry

Coordinator: Dr. Brett Andrews

Description:

This four-year program prepares students for leadership in youth ministry in a local church or church agency. There is a unique blending of biblical, theological, and practical ministry skills through classroom instruction and co-op placements in a ministry setting. While this program is designed primarily for entry to youth ministry, it also provides a solid foundation for graduate studies in a seminary setting.

Objectives:

Career Path

Students graduating from this program find employment as youth pastors or youth workers in church or church agencies, camping ministries, group homes, working with street youth, and some front line social work relating to youth, and may pursue further studies in a seminary context. Transfer credits to other schools are awarded at the discretion of the receiving institution.

Notes

• Admission to and continuance in this program is at the discretion of the program co-ordinator and the college admissions committee. Supporting documents, including a completed program questionnaire and additional references, may be required.
• Please contact the Program Coordinator and Director of Field Education for further information regarding Co-op requirements

The program consists of 39 hours Bible & Theology, 36 hours General Studies, 39 hours Professional Studies, 15 Field Education and Youth Co-ops credits.

*Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are taken in the common first-year program (see p. 13).