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Bachelor of Christian Ministry
The Bachelor of Christian Ministry (BCMin) is a 96 credit hour degree for men and women who have sensed the call of God to serve in His church and for lay people who desire a biblical and theological education to enhance their ministry in the local church.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent.
96 hrs
Credit hours required for the full BCMin degree
4 yrs
Typical full-time pace from start to graduation
7 +
Degree outcomes spanning ministry skills, missions, and character
DLI
Designated Learning Program — international students welcome
Degree Outcomes
What you’ll achieve.
By the time you graduate with a BCMin from CBT, you will have grown in seven specific areas — academically, vocationally, and spiritually.
01
Serve the Lord from a solid foundation of Bible knowledge, understand how the Bible is to be interpreted and how one lives out the Christian faith within a biblical worldview.
02
Understand the doctrines of the Christian faith from an evangelical perspective.
03
Serve in the local church in such ways as preaching, teaching, leading worship, and shepherding.
04
Share the gospel in their home culture and understand mission efforts around the world.
05
Exercise ministry skills learned through a field practicum.
06
Understand a number of general subject areas from a Christian perspective.
07
Grow in Christlikeness.
Curriculum
96 credit hours across four clusters.
The BCMin curriculum integrates biblical and theological studies with practical ministry skills. Core courses in Christian ministry are complemented by courses in general education and ministry field practicum experience.
Biblical and Theological Studies
30 credit hours
1B1311
Old Testament Survey
3
2B2312
New Testament Survey
3
1B3321
Bible Backgrounds
3
1B3331
Bible Interpretation
3
1H1312
Christian Heritage
3
1T1311
Christian Theology
3
1T1312
Christian Worldview
3
1B3301
God with Us: The Story of the Bible.
3
OT & NT Bible Book Studies (3 required)
9
Applied Ministry
28 credit hours
1P3322
Principles of Leadership
3
1P3331
Spiritual Development
3
1P1321
Principles & Practices of Preaching
3
1P2311
Pastoral Ministries
3
1M1311
Worship Leadership
3
1E2322
Teaching Christ-followers
3
1E1342
Living & Sharing the Gospel
3
1E1341
Missions & Church Planting
3
1P2241
Capstone Ministry I
2
1P2242
Capstone Ministry II
2
General Studies
27 credit hours
1L3311
English Composition 101
3
1L3313
English Composition 102
3
1L3312
English Composition 103
3
1L4311
Classics of Christian Literature
3
1M2311
Music Appreciation
3
1C1311
Intro to Psychology & Counselling
3
1H3311
Western Civilization 101
3
1H3312
Western Civilization 101
3
1V2311
General Mathematic
3
1V2313
Earth Science Introduction
3
Free electives
Choose from a wide range of courses to specialize in the areas you’re called to.
11 credits
Course offerings and requirements are subject to change. Please consult with academic advisors for the most current program information.
Total credit hours for the Bachelor of Christian Ministry
96 hours
Requirements & Completion
How to complete the degree.
A short list of what you need going in, and what you need to graduate. Our admissions team will walk you through every step.
01
Applicants should be age 22 or older.
02
The prerequisite for this degree is a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
03
A total of 96 credit hours is required for the completion of the degree.