This 62 Credit program gives the student the opportunity to expand his or her child & youth care skills.
Course Requirements:
Bible/Theology (15 credit hours)
- BBL 100 Introduction to the Bible (3)
- BBL211 Synoptic Gospels (3)
- BBL220 Pentateuch (3)
- CSP130 Introduction to Christian Spirituality (3)
- IDS100 Christian Faith & Practice I (3)
General Arts (18 credit hours)
- HTH180 Christian Mind (3)
- HTH274 Leadership Principles (3)
- IDS101 Christian Faith & Practice II (3)
- LNG180 Academic Writing & Research (3)
- SSC193 Principles of Psychology (3)
- SSC284 Social Science Research (3)
Professional Studies (29 credit hours)
- ICS150 Global Christian Citizenship (3)
- SSC293 Developmental Psychology (3)
- SSC298 Adolescent Psychology (3)
- SSC330 Theoretical Approaches in Human Services (3)
- SSC340 Skills & Techniques in Human Services (3)
- SSC392 Working with Children & Adolescents (3)
- SSC399 Intervening with Families (3)
- SSC282 Social, Environmental & Disabling Issues in Development (3)
- SSC299 Diploma Practicum (3)
- FE101 Field Education I (1)
- FE201 Field Education II (1)
Profile of a Graduating Student
A graduating student will:
- grow in understanding and application of scripture to life;
- learn the principles and skills of life–long personal spiritual formation and growth;
- advance principles and skills in the fields of counseling and psychology and identify how one can enhance Christian ministry;
- Integrate principles of psychology with Christian thought and practices with a focus on providing child & youth care services in both church and community settings.
Career Path Options
This program is designed to develop strong child & youth care skills at the para-professional level.
Future Education Possibilities
Graduates can apply these credits toward future studies at RMC if desired.