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| Course Descriptions |
The following listing of online courses are either currently available or scheduled to be developed, along with additional elective courses which are yet to be announced. The first 10 coures currently available include: Advanced Web Communications (CMU 224); A/G Doctrine & History (THE 233); Biblical Interpretation (CMU 305); Child Evangelism (CMU 233); Children's Ministries (CMU 353); Children's Ministries Conference (CMU 493); Introduction to Christian Education (CMU 113); Old Testament Survey (CMU 123); Pastoring Children (CMU 363); & Technology in Children's Ministry (CMU 223). |
CMU 113 : Introduction to Christian Education (3 credits)
CMU 114 : New Testament Survey (3 credits)
CMU 123 : Old Testament Survey (3 credits)
*CMU 200 : Christian Theology (non-denominational) (3 credits)
CMU 210 : Ministry to Children with Disabilitiess (3 credits)
CMU 223 : Technology in Children's Ministry(3 credits)
CMU 224 : Advanced Web Communications (1 credit)
CMU 233 : Child Evangelism (3 credits)
*CMU 305 : Biblical Interpretation (3 credits)
CMU 353 : Children's Ministries (3 credits)
CMU 363 : Pastoring Children (3 credits)
CMU 393 : Children's Presentations (3 credits)
CMU 493 : Children's Ministries Conference (3 credits)
*THE 233 : A/G Doctrine & History (3 credits)
* = Either BIB 200, CMU 305, or THE 233 can be taken to meet the theology course requirement. Only one of these three courses is required.
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| CMU 113 : Introduction to Christian Education (3 credits) |
| This course offers an explanation of historical and philosophical foundations for church education. It provides an overview of the Christian education ministry to all ages in the church, and explores such topics as materials and teaching methods, curriculum instruction and evaluation, leadership and training, the recruitment and supervision of volunteers, etc. |
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| CMU 114 : New Testament Survey (3 credits) |
| A panoramic view of the chief events, prominent characters, main themes and salient teachings of each New Testament book in relation to its historical, geographical, and cultural contexts. |
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| CMU 123 : Old Testament Survey (3 credits) |
| A study of the historical settings, literary features, authorship, theological teachings, and general content of the Hebrew Bible. This survey provides a factual and practical groundwork for further studies in the Old Testament. |
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| CMU 200 : Christian Theology (3 credits) |
| A study of the major biblical and theological themes of both testaments. Emphasis on discovering the flow of ideas that bind the different books of the Bible into a unified whole. Prerequisites: CMU 123; CMU 114 |
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| CMU 210 : Ministry to Children with Disabilities (3 credits) |
| This course offers an overview of disability ministry. This course will seek to help children's ministry leaders develop understanding and insight into the following areas: theology of disability ministry, types of disabilities and proper terminology, teaching strategies, modern trends in disability ministry, special education and its effect on the church, and how to build and maintain relationships with families who have children with disabilities. |
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| CMU 223 : Technology in Children's Ministry (3 credits) |
| A study of the philosophy for and pragmatics of contemporary usage of technology within children’s ministries. Exemplary examples of technology integration within the local children’s ministry setting will be explored and common software applications will be utilized to create technological tools to enhance ministry to children. Prerequisite: computer & Internet proficiency |
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| CMU 224 : Advanced Web Communications (1 credit) |
| This course will examine Web 2.0 communication technologies and their application within children's ministries. Technologies to be explored include: rss, blogs, podcasts, collaborative authoring tools, social bookmarking, and online media sharing. The focus of course activities is placed upon practical application of the technologies in the local children's ministry setting. Prerequisite: computer & Internet proficiency |
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| CMU 233 : Child Evangelism (3 credits) |
| This course is an in-depth focus on evangelism and children. Topics include: the history of child evangelism in American traditional as well as cutting-edge evangelism thrusts; age-appropriate evangelism techniques; how to lead a child to Christ; the art of the altar call; making the most of holidays; preparations of child evangelism materials; and how to organize and present evangelistic events for children. The class will require students to prepare and execute a plan for child evangelism, write, and illustrate an age-appropriate gospel tract, and participate in several evangelistic programs in local churches. Some time will be required to present the Gospel to children in a variety of venues. |
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CMU 305 : Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) |
This course will examine the science of hermeneutical analysis, processes, and methods in which one can derive the most accurate and valid interpretation of passages of the Bible. Due consideration will be given to the art involved in integrating various lines of thought in the Bible to accomplish an adequate understanding and application of any passage in the Bible. Prerequisites: CMU 123; CMU 114 |
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| CMU 353 : Children's Ministries (3 credits) |
| A specialized study of developing and evaluating children's ministries and resources as it pertains to specific programs such as Bible clubs, Kids' crusades, children's church, music, drama, and other children's activities. |
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| CMU 363 : Pastoring Children (3 credits) |
| This course will help the student to minister to children in their life situations. Attention is given to teaching children to worship and pray, relating theological concepts and Biblical truths to children, identifying social influences which affect children, and understanding the unique spiritual needs of children. |
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| CMU 393 : Children's Presentations (3 credits) |
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an overview of puppetry, storytelling, juggling and other visual methods used in children’s ministry. Practical emphasis is placed on choosing, preparing, and presenting content and concepts to children of various ages. Emphasis is placed on tying kid-tested methods to solid Biblical messages in order to delight children with the Gospel. |
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| CMU 493 : Children's Ministries Conference (3 credits) |
| This class will give the student a deeper understanding of the development and implementation of vision and goals in children’s ministry leadership. Through reading, research, and participation in leadership training at a national children’s ministries conference, students will gain knowledge and insight into practical application of children’s ministries theory. **Note - currently, only the A/G National Children's Ministries Leadership Conference and CMUO LITE are approved conferences for the conference experience for this course. To inquire regarding the qualifications of other national children's ministry conferences, contact learner support. |
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| THE 233 : A/G Doctrine & History (3 credits) |
| A study of Assemblies of God antecedents, history, government, doctrinal emphases, distinctives, and mission. |
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| Download the certificate progress tracking worksheet [PDF] to keep track of courses completed and grades received. |
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