EVANGELICAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
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Curricula Summaries
 

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BACHELOR DEGREE CURRICULA
 

FRESHMAN:  First Year
The Freshman year educational program is presented to academic students who are required to successfully complete  30 credit hours, with passing grades for each course.  This first year curriculum will provide needful foundational learning experience which is essential for all areas of Christian ministry.  It will also enhance the development of a maturing Christian’s knowledge through systematic study.  In order to receive college credit, a high school diploma or the equivalent is required.  Each completed course receives the required credits.

Course Requirements:
ST 233 Theological Introduction RP 131 Religious Deception
ST 234 Dispensational History ST 335 Eschatological Events
ST 236 Judaism and Pauline Theology HC 131 Biblical Church History
ST 336 Translating the Holy Bible ST 232 Deity of Christ [Lecture]
ST 400 Systematic Theology CO 441 Love/Greek [Lectures]
 

SOPHOMORE:  Second Year

The Sophomore year educational program is presented to those students who have received 30 credits from successfully completing their Freshman year academic program and now continue to complete the 30 credit hour Sophomore program.  A student can enter the Sophomore year by having previously earned 30 theological credits which are transferable from another college.  A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.  Each completed course receives three credits.
Course Requirements:
ST 446 Chronology of the Bible ST 235 Eschatology [Lectures]
CO 333 Psychology of Counseling CO 431 The Human Mind [Lectures]
CE 444 Disclosure of Secular Humanism CO 432 Biblical Counseling [Lectures]
ST 132 Biblical Doctrines HG 233 Study in Greek Words I
CM 333 Philosophy of Ministry CM 231 Contemporary Worship
 
THEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATE OF ARTS STUDIES (Not Required)
When the required Freshman and Sophomore curricula have been completed and all of the seminary's academic requirements fulfilled, a student can then enroll in the Theological Associate of Arts Studies program.  Although not a required academic program, many students desire to receive this degree.  For a student to be awarded this degree, they must present verification of the complete reading of the Old Testament and the New Testament within the previous two years.  The student can choose any version of the Bible for this reading assignment.  Also, a degree thesis (DR 231) is required and can be written on a theological topic of the student’s choice.  This topic must be approved by the seminary.  A high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent is necessary.  Fees:  For the degree thesis reading, grading, and processing, there is a financial charge.
 

JUNIOR:  Third Year

The Junior year educational program is presented to those students who have previously received a minimum of 60 credits and are now required to complete the seminary's Junior year program for an additional 30 credit hours.  A student can also enter the Junior year by having earned 60 transferable theological credits.  A high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent is required.  Each completed course receives three credits.

Course Requirements:
CO 231 Psychology of Christian Counseling NT 331 Four Gospels
CO 232 Advanced Christian Counseling NT 332 Acts Examined
OT 331 Survey of Genesis NT 333 Romans to Philemon
OT 333 Survey of Joshua NT 334 Hebrews Defined
OT 334 Survey of Daniel NT 335 Revelation
 
SENIOR:  Fourth Year — Bachelor Degree
The Bachelor Degree is presented to students who have accomplished the completion of a minimum of 120 semester credit hours.  This degree represents an academic achievement to each student.  In order to receive a Bachelor Degree, the student must have previously received a minimum of 90 credits.  These credits can be from Evangelical Theological Seminary or 90 transferable theological credits.  A high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent is required.  Each completed course receives three credits. 
 

BACHELOR DEGREES
 
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN COUNSELING   B. C. C.
The Bachelor of Christian Counseling is made academically available for those individuals who eventually will be, or who are now, active participants in the counseling ministry.

Course Requirements:
CO 431 The Human Mind CO 440 Transition and Crisis Counseling
CO 432 Biblical Counseling CO 439 Marriage and the Home
CO 436 Introduction to Counseling CO 434 Introduction to Psychology
CO 437 Advanced Christian Counseling CO 435 Essentials of Psychology
CO 438 Counseling for Pastors CO 433 Religious Psychology
 

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY   Th. B.
The Bachelor of Theology is made academically available for pastors, staff members, and leaders in other church related ministries who desire in-depth, theological knowledge.
Course Requirements:
RP 431 Religions of the World CO 435 Essentials of Psychology
HC 431 Survey of the Early Church CO 431 The Human Mind
HC 433 Reformation Church in History OT 431 Interpreting Old Testament Books
HC 432 Church in Modernity  NT 432 Life and Teaching of Christ
CO 434 Introduction to Psychology NT 433 Paul Revealed
 

BACHELOR OF DIVINITY   B. Div.
The Bachelor of Divinity is made academically available to present comprehensive and scholastic information on church related ministries.  This will enhance the effectiveness of pastors, missionaries, evangelists, music ministers, and other church workers.
Course Requirements:
 
RP 431 Religions of the World CO 435 Essentials of Psychology
HC 432 Church in Modernity CO 436 Introduction to Counseling
CE 434 Educational Programs CA 432 Pastoral Administration Defined
SS 431 Apocrypha CA 431 Ministerial Responsibilities
CO 434 Introduction to Psychology NT 431 Biblical Christ
 
BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES    B. B. S.
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies is made academically available to give the student a thorough theological knowledge of important biblical facts.  These courses will greatly impact the understanding of Scripture.
 

Course Requirements:
OT 431 Interpreting Old Testament Books I     OT 434 Minor Prophets Examined I
OT 432 Interpreting Old Testament Books II OT 435 Minor Prophets Examined II
SS 431 Apocrypha NT 431 Biblical Christ
CO 431 The Human Mind NT 433 Paul Revealed
OT 433 Study of David ST 431 Eschatology
 

BACHELOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION    B. R. Ed.
The Bachelor of Religious Education is made academically available so that religious educators are prepared to minister in all areas and grades of Christian schools.  This includes assistants, teachers, administrators, and pastors.
Course Requirements:
CO 433 Religious Psychology CE 432 Educational Ministries Surveyed
CO 436 Introduction to Counseling CE 434 Educational Programs
CO 437 Advanced Christian Counseling CE 435 Christian Education
CE 431 Educational Communication RP 431 Religions of the World
CE 433 Educational Ministries CA 431 Ministerial Responsibilities
 

BACHELOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN RELIGION    Ph. B.

The Bachelor of Philosophy in Religion  Degree is made academically available to those leaders in Christian ministry who desire

special studies in religion.

Course Requirements:
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology RP 537 Religion and Philosophy
ST 532 Survey of Old Testament Theology CO 433 Religious Psychology
ST 534 Christian Theology SS 533 Bibliogy
NT 432 Life and Teaching of Christ RP 536 Analysis of Ethics
HC 433 Reformation Church in History RP 431 Religions of the World
 

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
In order to academically qualify for the Bachelor of Arts Degree, a student must have completed 120 semester credit hours.  The requirement is that 39 of these credits are to be in general education or liberal arts courses such as English, history, sociology, mathematics, science, etc.  These Bachelor of Arts credits can be earned through a number of methods: (1) completing the academic requirements of Evangelical Theological Seminary, (2) credit for verifiable life experience, (3) credit transfer from approved universities, colleges, and seminaries, (4) taking exclusive degree equivalency examination.  The Bachelor of Arts Degree is academically available in the following majors:
 
CHRISTIAN COUNSELING:  A thorough biblical knowledge for proficiency in Christian counseling.
 

THEOLOGY:   Comprehensive study of religious issues and theological doctrines.
 
DIVINITY: Informative and scholastic studies which relate to ministerial responsibilities.
 
BIBLICAL STUDIES:  The presentation of a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Scripture.
 
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:  A curriculum which will allow the Christian educators to be distinctly instructed and well-informed.
 
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE

In order to academically qualify for the Bachelor of Science Degree, a student must have completed 120 semester credit hours.  The requirement is that 19 of these credits are to be in general education or liberal arts courses such as English, history, sociology, mathematics, science, etc.  These Bachelor of Science credits can be earned through a number of methods: (1) completing the academic requirements of Evangelical Theological Seminary, (2) credit for verifiable life experience, (3) credit transfer from approved universities, colleges, and seminaries, (4) taking exclusive degree equivalency examination.  The Bachelor of Science Degree is academically available in the following majors:
 
CHRISTIAN COUNSELING:  A thorough biblical knowledge for proficiency in Christian counseling.
 
THEOLOGY:   Comprehensive study of religious issues and theological doctrines.
 
DIVINITY: Informative and scholastic studies which relate to ministerial responsibilities.
 
BIBLICAL STUDIES:  The presentation of a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Scripture.
 
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:  A curriculum which will allow the Christian educators to be distinctly instructed and well-informed.
 

MASTER DEGREE CURRICULA

The Master Degree is presented to students who have accomplished the completion of a minimum of 150 semester credit hours.  Evangelical Theological Seminary’s Master Degree program has a 38 semester credit hour minimum of study.  A Bachelor Degree is required and must be from an acceptable seminary, college, or university.  The student may receive earned credits through transfer from a recognized seminary, college, or university to Evangelical Theological Seminary.  Also, credits may be earned toward the Master Degree through verifiable ministerial life experience.  A Master Thesis is required and receives 8 credit hours.  The Master Degree will require approximately two years to three years to complete.  The seminary must receive confirmation of high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent and transcripts verifying the completion of the Bachelor Degree, with all other courses which the student desires to transfer.

The Master Degree will include the following:
  1. Evangelical Theological Seminary Orientation SO 500
  2. Curricula 30 semester credit hours
  3. Master Thesis 8 semester credit hours
 
MASTER OF CHRISTIAN COUNSELING    M. C. C.
The Master of Christian Counseling is made academically available for those individuals who eventually will be, or who are now, active participants in the counseling ministry.
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
CO 535 Behavioral & Emotional Disorders    
ST 534 Christian Theology CO 539 Societal Disorders
ST 542 Thanatology CO 536 Marriage and Family
RP 533 Analysis of Ethics CO 540 Counseling Therapy Program
CO 533 Human Growth Survey CO 541 Counseling Practicum
CO 531 The Human Mind DR 501 Master Thesis
 
MASTER OF THEOLOGY    Th. M.
The Master of Theology is made academically available for pastors, staff members, and leaders in other church-related ministries who desire in-depth theological knowledge.
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
RP 539 Cultic Conspiracy    
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology HG 533 Study in Greek Words
ST 532 Survey of New Testament Theology SS 531 Archaeology
ST 548 Soteriology SS 534 Atlas of the Bible
ST 538 Eschatology ST 543 Pneumatology
ST 542 Thanatology DR 501 Master Thesis
 
MASTER OF MINISTRY    M. Min.
The Master of Ministry is made academically available to present comprehensive and scholastic information on church-related ministries.  This will enhance the effectiveness of pastors, missionaries, evangelists, music ministers, and other church workers.
Course Requirements:  10 courses
CO 537 Counseling for Pastors    
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology SS 531 Archaeology
ST 532 Survey of New Testament Theology SS 534 Atlas of the Bible
ST 538 Eschatology ST 547 Occultic Practices
CM 531 Contemporary Worship Advanced HG 533 Study in Greek Words
ST 536 The Patristic Age   No Master Thesis Required
 
MASTER OF BIBLICAL STUDIES    M. B. S.
The Master of Biblical Studies is made academically available to give the student a thorough theological knowledge of important biblical facts.  These courses will greatly impact the understanding of Scripture.
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
SS 534 Atlas of the Bible    
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology SS 531 Archaeology
ST 532 Survey of New Testament Theology HG 533  Study in Greek Words
OT 533 Old Testament Prophets   RP 531 Religions of the World
OT 534 Pentateuch SS 533 Bibliogy
OT 532 Old Testament Poetical Books DR 501 Master Thesis
 
MASTER OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION    M. R. Ed.
The Master of Religious Education is made academically available so that religious educators are prepared to minister in all areas and grades of Christian schools.  This includes assistants, teachers, administrators, and pastors.

Course Requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
CE 533 Survey of Christian Education CE 533  
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology HG 533 Study in Greek Words
ST 532 Survey of New Testament Theology CE 531 Pedagogy of Old Testament
CO 531 The Human Mind CE 532 Pedagogy of New Testament
CO 539 Societal Disorders RP 531 Religions of the World
CM 532 Educational Pedagogics DR 501 Master Thesis
 

MASTER OF MUSIC   M.M.

The Master of Music Degree is made academically available so that  individuals who desire  concentrated  studies  in  the field  of music, such as: Minister of Music, choir director, Director of Music, departmental teachers, etc., can expand their studies into various specialized religious music disciplines.
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
MU 536 Analysis of Jewish Music    
MU 531 Contemporary Music  MU 537 Sacred Methodologies
MU 532 Hymnology MU 538 Musicology
MU 533 Hymns in History MU 539 Music in Worship
MU 534 Understanding the Hymn MU 540 Sacred Music
MU 535 Theology of Music DR  501 Master Thesis
 

MASTER OF ARTS DEGREE  (Religious Major)
In order to academically qualify for the Master of Arts Degree, a student must have completed of a minimum of 150 semester credit hours.  The requirement is that 39 of these credits are to be in general education or liberal arts courses such as English, history, sociology, mathematics, science, etc.  These Master of Arts credits can be earned through a number of methods:  (1) completing the academic requirements of Evangelical Theological Seminary, (2) credit for verifiable life experience, (3) credit transfer from approved universities, colleges, and seminaries, which must also include 39 credits being in the general education or liberal arts courses.
 

Evangelical Theological Seminary offers the Master of Arts Degree in the following areas of study:
  Christian Counseling
  Theology
  Ministry
  Biblical Studies
  Religious Education
  Music
The student will be academically evaluated relative to entrance level into this program and the courses adjusted accordingly.
Course Requirements: 10 courses and Master Thesis
 
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE (Religious Major)
In order to academically qualify for the Master of Science Degree, a student must have completed of a minimum of 150 semester credit hours.  The requirement is that 19 of these credits are to be in general education or liberal arts courses such as English, history, sociology, mathematics, science, etc.  These Master of Science credits can be earned through a number of methods:  (1) completing the academic requirements of Evangelical Theological Seminary, (2) credit for verifiable life experience, (3) credit transfer from approved universities, colleges, and seminaries, which must also include 19 credits being in the general education or liberal arts courses.
 
Evangelical Theological Seminary offers the Master of Science Degree in the following areas of study:
  Christian Counseling
  Theology
  Ministry
  Biblical Studies
  Religious Education
  Music

The student will be academically evaluated relative to entrance level into this program and the courses adjusted accordingly.

Course requirements:  10 courses and Master Thesis
 
MASTER OF DIVINITY    M.  Div.
The Master of Divinity Degree is offered with regard to professional preparation for pastors, missionaries, evangelists, educators, and other church ministries.  The Master of Divinity Degree requires intensive and dedicated academic studies.  The curriculum may be completed in three years, depending on the student’s other responsibilities, but more time is allowed.  It requires the completion of 102 semester credit hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (B).  A Bachelor Degree is required and must be from an acceptable seminary, college, or university.  The student may receive earned credits through transfer from a recognized seminary, college, or university to Evangelical Theological Seminary.  Also, credits may be earned toward the Master of Divinity Degree through verifiable ministerial life experience.  A thesis is required and receives 8 semester credit hours.  The seminary must receive confirmation of high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent and transcripts verifying the completion of the Bachelor Degree, with all other courses which the student desires to transfer.
The Master of Divinity Degree will include the following:
  1. Evangelical Theological Seminary Orientation SO 500
  2. Theological 48 semester credit hours
  3. Counseling 18 semester credit hours
  4. Christian Education 18 semester credit hours
  5. Practical Application 18 semester credit hours
Course Requirements:
THEOLOGICAL
ST 531 Survey of Old Testament Theology HC 532 Survey of the Early Church
ST 532 Survey of New Testament Theology HC 534 Church in Modernity
ST 546 Hamartiology ST 545 Christological Mission
ST 548 Soteriology NT 532 Life and Letters of Paul
RP 532 Apologetics  HG 531 Foundational Hebrew 
BS 531 Hermeneutics HG 532 Advanced Hebrew
ST 537 Ecclesiology HG 534 Foundational Greek 
ST 547 Occultic Practices HG 535 Advanced Greek
COUNSELING
CO 533 Human Growth Survey CO 539 Societal Disorders
CO 536 Marriage and Family CO 534 Concepts of Christian Counseling
CO 537 Counseling for Pastors CO 538  Transition and Crisis Counseling
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
CE 531 Pedagogy of Old Testament RP 533 Analysis of Ethics
CE 532 Pedagogy of New Testament RP 534 Christianity and the Arts
CE 533 Survey of Christian Education CM 532 Educational Pedagogies
PRACTICAL APPLICATION
HT 531 Advanced Homiletics DR 503 Field Education  (4)
HT 532 Contemporary Sermon Practicum DR 501 Master of Divinity Thesis  (8) 
 
DOCTOR DEGREE CURRICULA
The Doctor Degree is presented to students who have accomplished the completion of a minimum of 180 semester credit hours.  Evangelical Theological Seminary’s Doctor Degree program has a 40 semester credit hour minimum of study.  A Bachelor Degree and a Master Degree are required and must be from an acceptable seminary, college, or university.  The student may receive earned credits through transfer from a recognized seminary, college, or university to Evangelical Theological Seminary.  Also, credits may be earned toward the Doctor Degree through verifiable ministerial life experience.  A doctoral dissertation is required and receives 10 credit hours.  The Doctor Degree will require approximately three years to five years to complete.  This includes the Doctoral Disseration.  A 3.0 (B) grade average is mandatory for graduation in the doctoral program. 
 
Evangelical Theological Seminary must receive confirmation of high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent and transcripts verifying the completion of the Bachelor Degree and Master Degree, with all other courses which the student desires to transfer.
The Doctor Degree will include the following:
  1. Evangelical Theological Seminary Orientation SO 600
  2. Curricula 30 semester credit hours
  3. Doctoral Disseration 10 semester credit hours
  4. Oral Defense  
 
DOCTOR OF THEOLOGY    Th. D.
The Doctor of Theology is made academically available for pastors, staff members, and leaders in other church related ministries who desire an in-depth theological knowledge.
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Doctoral Dissertation
ST 631 Theology of Old Testament ST 639 Spiritual Realm
ST 632 Theology of New Testament SS 632 Dead Sea Scrolls
ST 633 Theological Introduction RP 631 Theological Reasoning
ST 634 Christian Theology RP 632 Apologetics
ST 635 Ecclesiology  DR 601 Doctoral Disseration
ST 636 Eschatology DR 602 Oral Defense
 
DOCTOR OF MINISTRY    D. Min.
The Doctor of Ministry is made academically available to present comprehensive and scholastic information on church related ministries.  This will educationally provide the theological foundation for pastors, missionaries, evangelists, music ministers and other church workers.
Course Requirements:  10 courses
ST 631 Theology of Old Testament CA 631 Churches and the Law
ST 632 Theology of New Testament CM 631 Missiology
ST 638 Pneumatology CO 631 Concepts of Christian Counseling
ST 636 Eschatology CE 635 Administrative Responsibilities
ST 639 Spiritual Realm   No Doctoral Disseration Required
RP 634 Analysis of Ethics   No Oral Defense Required
 
DOCTOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES    D. B. S.
The Doctor of Biblical Studies is made academically available in order that each student receives a thorough theological knowledge of important biblical issues.  These in-depth courses will spiritually and intellectually augment the understanding of Scripture. 
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Doctoral Dissertation
ST 631 Theology of Old Testament SS 632 Dead Sea Scrolls
ST 632 Theology of New Testament ST 639 Spiritual Realm
NT 632 Christological Mission HG 631 Hebrew
ST 634 Christian Theology HG 632 Greek
ST 636 Eschatology   DR 601 Doctoral Disseration
BS 631 Hermeneutical Interpretation DR 602 Oral Defense
 
DOCTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION    D. R. Ed.
The Doctor of Religious Education is made academically available for religious educators.  These very consequential courses will provide pastors, administrators, teachers, and others with important educational concepts. 
Course Requirements:  10 courses and Doctoral Dissertation
CE 631 Survey of Christian Ed Advanced RP 632 Apologetics
CE 632 Christian Education Curricula RP 633 Religion and Philosophy
CE 633 Teaching Advancement RP 634 Ethical Perspectives
CE 634 Christian Education Philosophy CO 631 Concepts of Christian Counseling
CE 635 Administrative Responsibilities DR 601 Doctoral Disseration
RP 631 Theological Reasoning  DR 602 Oral Defense
 
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY    (Religious Major)
The Doctor of Philosophy Degree is awarded to those who have successfully completed their academic studies in a distinctive religious discipline.  The receiving of this degree demonstrates each student’s aspirations for academic achievement in their religious endeavors.
 
The Doctor of Philosophy Degree relates to studies in the following religious academic disciplines:  Theology, Ministry, Biblical Studies, and Religious Education.  These four disciplines offer the opportunity for students to expand their field of study into various religious categories. 
Course Requirements:
  1. Evangelical Theological Seminary Orientation SO 600
  2. Curricula 30 semester credit hours
  3. Doctoral Disseration 10 semester credit hours
  4. Oral Defense  
Non-electives:   Student required courses
ST 631 Theology of the Old Testament    
ST 632 Theology of the New Testament    
CO 631 Concepts of Christian Counseling    
Electives:  the Doctor of Philosophy students may elect any seven courses which are in their major discipline and the 600 series course list.  The student elective course choices must be approved by the seminary.
 
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN CHRISTIAN COUNSELING (Specialized)
The Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Counseling Degree is an academic program, with concentrated studies, presented by Evangelical Theological Seminary in order to prepare the individual for a specialized religious vocation.
Course Requirements:
  1. Evangelical Theological Seminary Orientation SO 600
  2. Curricula 30 semester credit hours
  3. Doctoral Disseration 10 semester credit hours
  4. Oral Defense  

Required Courses:
SO 600 Orientation (non-credit) ST  637 Thanatology
ST 631 Theology of Old Testament ST 639 Spiritual Realm
ST 632 Theology of New Testament CO 631 Concepts of Christian Counseling
CO 632 The Human Mind CO 636 Counseling Practicum
CO 633 Societal Disorders DR 601 Doctoral Disseration
CO 634 Marriage and Family DR 602 Oral Defense
CO 635 Counseling Therapy Program    
 
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