Associate of Arts in

General Studies

ONLINE+ IMMERSIVE TRAINING PROGRAM

OVERVIEW

Institution: Provided in partnership with Life Pacific University (Private, Four-Year, Biblical University)
Academic Calendar: Semester
Accreditation: WASC & ABHE

PROGRAM SYNOPSIS

The Associate of Arts in General Studies is a 2-year program that provides you with a foundational understanding of the Bible and the skills you need for effective ministry. You will study a broad curriculum taught from a Pentecostal Christian perspective while becoming a leader who is prepared to serve God and teach His word. Students in the Immersive Training Program will combine our online education with practical experience and pastoral mentoring in the ministry contexts of King's Way Church.

PROGRAM FORMAT & SCHEDULE

The online associate’s program is a 2-year program which students can begin in either the fall or spring. Each semester is divided into two 8-week sessions with two classes per session and one 16-week ministry practicum/immersive training course that stretches across the entire semester. In addition to weekly reading and assignments, students will engage in their community through various ministry opportunities at King's Way Church. Students enrolled in a full-time course load should expect to spend an average of 20-30 hours per week on coursework.

Program Scope & Sequence

YEAR 1 - FALL

**Foundations of Transformational Ministry - 3 units
English Composition & Research - 3 units
Biblical Interpretation & Application - 3 units
Introduction to Biblical Literature - 3 units
Cultures of Ancient Civilizations - 3 units
YEAR 1 - SPRING

**Discipleship & Spiritual Transformation - 3 units
Pentateuch - 3 units
Life Sciences with Lab - 4 units
Western Civilizations - 3 units
Christian Worldview - 3 units
YEAR 2 - Fall

*Foundations of Global Engagement - 3 units
Theology I - 3 units
Great Books - 3 units
Speech & Presentation - 3 units
Introduction to the Arts - 3 units
YEAR 2 - Spring

 **Spiritual Gifts - 3 units
Marriage & Family Systems - 3 units
Cultural Anthropology - 3 units
Synoptic Gospels - 3 units
Applied Math - 3 units
* Course requirements may change. Please refer to the current university catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum information. ** 16-week Ministry Practicum / Church Partnership Experience.

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