2015-2016 Academic Catalog

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MISSIONARY CARE Purpose and Objectives The Postgraduate Certificate in Missionary Care provides students with specialized knowledge and skills to address the spiritual and emotional needs of individuals and families who are engaged in cross-cultural ministry. The objectives of the Postgraduate Certificate in Missionary Care are to enable students to:  Understand cross-cultural living and its impact upon individuals and families.  Assess and diagnose the mental status of missionaries in relation to enculturation dynamics.  Identify an effective treatment plan to establish emotional and life balance. Admission Requirements In addition to those requirements listed in the Admissions section of this catalog, applicants for the Postgraduate Certificate in Missionary Care must meet the following requirements:  An accredited graduate-level degree in mental health or an accredited graduate-level theological degree and the equivalent of at least three years of missions experience.  A minimum graduate-level GPA of 3.0. Students whose GPA falls between 2.8 and 3.0 may be considered for admission on a probationary basis, if they submit their requests in writing accompanied by appropriate rationale.  Demonstrated proficiency in the use of spoken and written English. Time Limitation Students must complete all requirements within four years, beginning from the date of their first enrollment in a course following acceptance into the certificate. Completion Requirements Although faculty advisors assist students in planning their studies, students are responsible to meet each of the following requirements for graduation:  Completion of the 24 hours set out in the course of study (see below) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and no grade lower than a C.  Significant achievement of program objectives (see above).  Affirmation of the Doctrinal Statement, except section 8.  Completion of one semester of chapel participation (CHL 5001). Course of Study 24 Degree Core 18 CHL 5001 Chapel I 0 CNC 9474 Clinical Applications in Missionary Care 3 CNC 9541 Missionary Care for Career Transitions 3 CNC 9571 Single and Family Issues in Missions 3 CNC 9740 Organizational Missionary Care Services 3 GLS 9531 Missiological Reflections 3 MIN 9431 Personal Spiritual Transformation 3 Electives 6 Two courses in missionary care or other areas related to the student’s career role 6

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