For many years now, the Graduate Theological Union, a consortium of theological schools in Berkeley, California, have sponsored a "summer session". Normal seminary admittance requirements are waived, and students have the choice of taking courses for either academic credit or continuing education (at a fraction of the academic credit tuition). The theological leanings of these courses are decidedly to the left, so conservatives and evangelicals may want to take a pass.
Still, this is a great program and a wonderful opportunity for folks who are interested in brushing up on their education or who are considering returning to school. Also, the program takes place in the California Bay Area, which is simply a gorgeous place to be.
Showing posts with label christian education. Show all posts
Showing posts with label christian education. Show all posts
Monday, October 09, 2006
Free Online Courses from a Conservative Perspective
Free adult education courses on a variety of Biblical, theological, and ministerial subjects are available at Christiancourses.com.
I've had a look at this program and they seem to have a good variety of courses as well as a very professional interface. The theological stance is conservative evangelical, which might be a turn-off to many. Still, if you want to brush up on your Bible knowledge, this seems to be a decent place to do it.
I've had a look at this program and they seem to have a good variety of courses as well as a very professional interface. The theological stance is conservative evangelical, which might be a turn-off to many. Still, if you want to brush up on your Bible knowledge, this seems to be a decent place to do it.
Sunday, October 08, 2006
Ministry Education
For those who are interested in a quality ministry education from a conservative (Pentecostal) viewpoint, the Assemblies of God's Global University is an excellent option.
Global University is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council, an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education.* It is also endorsed by the Assemblies of God (AOG)as an institution where potential AOG ministers can get their training. The school offers courses at the Bible Institute (adult education) level as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees. All courses are available via distance learning methods, with many courses being available via an online format. The tuition cost is less than half of that at many Bible college or seminary programs, and a wide variety of courses are available. This is a particularly attractive feature to bivocational ministers who do not have the time or income to spend on a traditional/residential program.
*While the US Department of Education does not "rank" accrediting bodies, it should be notied that DETC accreditation is not regarded as prestigious as regional accreditation or accreditation through a specialized agency such as the Assocation of Theological Schools. This can mean that some schools may not accept transfer credits from Global University. It may also mean that some schools may not recognize a Global University Degree as acceptable for admission to a graduate program. However, many schools WILL accept these credits and degrees: You will just need to do additional research prior to applying to other programs.
Global University is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council, an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education.* It is also endorsed by the Assemblies of God (AOG)as an institution where potential AOG ministers can get their training. The school offers courses at the Bible Institute (adult education) level as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees. All courses are available via distance learning methods, with many courses being available via an online format. The tuition cost is less than half of that at many Bible college or seminary programs, and a wide variety of courses are available. This is a particularly attractive feature to bivocational ministers who do not have the time or income to spend on a traditional/residential program.
*While the US Department of Education does not "rank" accrediting bodies, it should be notied that DETC accreditation is not regarded as prestigious as regional accreditation or accreditation through a specialized agency such as the Assocation of Theological Schools. This can mean that some schools may not accept transfer credits from Global University. It may also mean that some schools may not recognize a Global University Degree as acceptable for admission to a graduate program. However, many schools WILL accept these credits and degrees: You will just need to do additional research prior to applying to other programs.
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