Vision: The vision of the Bryant Theological Seminary is to raise and transform a new generation of Christian leaders for mission, witness, discipleship, leadership, and ministry within the local church, society and the world.

Departments of the College: The Bryant Theological Seminary is comprised of three unique programs. They include the departments of Theology, Christian Education, and Counseling.

Statement of Assessment and Student Learning: The Bryant Theological Seminary consists of ten divisions of the degree program namely:

Biblical Studies: To prepare students to demonstrate their understanding of the content, context, culture, general historical background, and development of the Bible.

Christian Historical studies: To give students the knowledge and skills they need to express the ways they understand, relate to, and identify with the Christian Church in its struggles and progress.

Theology and Ethical studies: To prepare students to understand and express the content of their faith in an orderly and rational manner that is consistent with the teachings of Scripture and the Church.

Pastoral Studies: To prepare students to describe the biblical basis for and to demonstrate skills in evangelism, biblical interpretation, public worship, preaching and pastoral care and Christian living.

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Christian Education: To give students the knowledge and skills needed to plan and administer a program of Christian educational ministry for a local church with the aim of nurturing, disciplining, building character, and equipping church members for service within the church, community, nation and the world.

General Education: To prepare students to demonstrate the skills needed to adequately teach at the elementary and secondary levels in a minor which reflects an understanding of the scientific and historical developments in education.

Liberal Arts: To provide students with the basic knowledge and skills in supporting disciplines which will undergird and enhance learning experiences at the seminary and enable students to become more effective their area of practice.

School and Guidance Counseling: To prepare students who will be involved in the educational sector especially in the elementary, secondary, vocational, technical and tertiary institutions. Assisting people with making career choices, setting goals, preparing for job interviews, developing resume among others.

Pastoral Care Counseling: To provide counseling skills for students involved in pastoral ministries in the local churches especially dealing with young people, children, women and older adults with various issues of the family, marriage, community and societal living.

Psycho-socio Counseling: To prepare and provide students with skills

and capacities to deal with people experiencing issues of trauma, anger,

stress management and conflict prevention, mediation, resolution and

transformation. Issues dealing with peace, non-violence, tolerance and

reconciliation will be major themes for students focusing on this track.

DEPARTMENT OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Goals and Objectives

The Department of Christian Education seeks to equip persons for educational ministries within and out of the local church in Liberia, Africa, and the world at large.

A graduate from Bryant with the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education (BACE) will demonstrate:

The ability to articulate the gospel message and his/her personal experience with Jesus Christ.

The knowledge in the area of Biblical, theological and selected Liberal Arts disciplines.

An understanding of human relations in group behavior.

Competencies in the area of local church educational ministries, educational methods, classroom administration and teaching skills

Model evidence of effective living as a Christian citizen and community leader.

Abilities to do research, plan and teach in Church education programs (Sunday school, bible studies, small groups) as well as primary and secondary school systems.

A Candidate for the Degree of Bachelor of Christian Education Must Complete a Minimum of (138) Semester Hours.

REQUIREMENT FOR OBTAINING A DEGREE IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 138

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1. General Education Requirement Total Credit Hours – 47

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4. ELECTIVES (Choose Three Courses) TOTAL CREDIT HOURS – 9

*Compulsory elective

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5. Minor (Courses in Christian Education) Total Cr. Hrs. - 18

CEDU 204 or 206 or208  Found.Ed or Found.ChEd or Found. Iss. Ch. Ed 3

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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTION

CEDU 201 INTRODUCTION TO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 3 Credits This course is a study of the theological basis for Christian Education with an examination of the various teaching agencies of the church, giving particular attention to the Sunday school, church teaching and missionary organizations.

CEDU 202 THE LIFE AND TEACHINGS OF JESUS CHRIST 3 Credits Prerequisite: CEDU 202

This course is an intensive study of the life and work of Jesus Christ as recorded by the Gospels written in an attempt to understand and interpret the major events of His life as it relates to the fulfillment of the Old Testament. The methods and message of Jesus’ teachings will also be studied, emphasized, and contextualized for use in the educational ministries of the church.

CEDU 425/407/203 MINISTRY TO ADULTS & LITERACY 3 Credits This is a seminar course focused on the principles and practices of teaching adults in church as well as teaching those who have not had adequate opportunity for formal education. Adult growth in Sunday school and literacy training is emphasized. Students are exposed to ways adult learn, their needs and aspiration. Opportunity is provided for creating and teaching adult literacy in the community. Reading,

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research, presentation and practice teaching form the bedrock for the instructional method in this course.

CEDU 204 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION                                   3 Credits

A study of the historical development of educational thoughts and practices from primitive era to the present day. Emphasis is placed on the development and rise of philosophical skills as well as synthesis of a personal philosophy of education and allow students to critically examine and analyze educational concepts, philosophies, and aims.

CEDU 205 CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT                                        3 Credits

This will be a seminar course. It will provide an opportunity for students to learn how to establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive for learning and achievement.

CEDU 208 FOUNDATIONAL ISSUES IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 3 Credits This course will examine the foundational issues in Christian Education. Christian educators have been conscious of the need to balance concerns for both continuity and change. Continuity is affirmed in emphasizing essential biblical truths that have guided the Christian faith and educational ministries throughout the centuries. The course will affirm and emphasize the need for applying theological truths in relation to specific historical, cultural, social, and personal variables. This effort requires careful reappraisal of biblical and theological sources, as well as evaluation of the various trends that are confronting the wilder society and the world.

CEDU 207 MINISTRY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (Elective) 3 Credits<