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Courses of StudyDegree DescriptionsDIPLOMA The General Bible Studies diploma requires the completion of the Freshman Core Curriculum plus four (4) additional credits in Bible or Practical Theology. ASSOCIATE DEGREE An Associate Degree requires the completion of 64 credit hours as approved by the College Administration. BACHELORS DEGREE A Bachelors Degree requires the completion of 128 credit hours as described in the catalog and approved by the College Administration. FRESHMAN CORE CURRICULUM All Freshman are expected to take the Freshman Core Curriculum common to all degrees and majors. The following course compose the Freshman Core Curriculum. First Semester:
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Degree Programs
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Speech U.S. History I, II Leadership Church Education Balance and Character I, II Church Writing Church Finance Biblical Counseling Church Music Shop General Knowledge |
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Associate of Arts
Christian Womanhood
An Associate of Arts Degree in Christian Womanhood requires completion of the freshman Core Curriculum plus 32 additional credit hours including:
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Sewing Cooking Health and Nutrition Childcare Personal Finance Marriage and Family Rolls Balance and Character Child Rearing |
3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 |
Associate of Science
Christian Business
An Associate of Science Degree in Christian Business requires completion of the freshman Core Curriculum plus 32 additional credit hours including:
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Personal Finance Business Administration Management Principles Balance and Character Principals of Marketing Beginning Accounting I, II Speech Key Boarding General Math Introduction into Business Business Communication Electives |
2 3 2 2 2 6 2 2 2 2 2 6 |
Associate of Science
Missions
An Associate of Science Degree in Missions requires completion of the freshman Core Curriculum plus 32 additional credit hours including:
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Cults Cross Cultural Ministries Missions Principles Biblical Counseling Leadership Balance and Character Philosophy of Church Education Church Music Mission Electives |
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Associate of Science
General Education
This course of study is designed to be a foundation for the student who plans to teach in the Christian school but is undecided about majoring in Elementary Education or Secondary Education. This program will also provide solid Bible and Academic training for ladies who are not necessarily interested in a four year degree, but would like to be better equipped for marriage and family life. All credits earned in this program can be directly applied to the four year degrees in the Education Department. Many, but not all of the credits earned in this program can be directly applied to the other four year degrees that are not in the Education Department.
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Speech World History I, II Leadership General Education Balance and Character Church Writing Church Finance Biblical Counseling Church Music Shop General Knowledge |
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Associate of Science
Laymen Leadership
An Associate of Science Degree in Laymen Leadership requires completion of the freshman Core Curriculum plus 32 additional credit hours including:
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New Testament Survey Old Testament Survey Bible Study Methods Balance and Character Personal Finances Shop General Knowledge Biblical Counseling Church Writing Leadership Baptist Church History Bible Doctrine Marriage and Family Personal Family |
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Associate of Science
Secretarial
An Associate of Science Degree in Secretarial requires completion of the freshman Core Curriculum plus 32 additional credit hours including:
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Church Writing Church Finance Accounting Office Machines Keyboarding Computer Training Office Organization Office Etiquette Balance and Character |
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Bachelor of Science in Bible
Pastoral Theology
This course of study is for men who feel God has called them to preach and who are considering pastoring a church. Upon completion of this course, the degree of Bachelor of Science will be awarded with a major in Pastoral Theology. Listed below are only the Junior and Senior year courses. Students who enroll in the Pastoral Theology major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science in Bible program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Bachelor of Science in Bible
Pastoral Assistant
This major is prescribed for men who want to pursue the position of an assistant pastor, youth director, bus director, music director or a similar ministry in the local church. Students who select this course of study must choose one of the following fields of specialty, requiring a minimum of 12 hours: Church Ministry, Music Ministry or Education. Upon completion of this course, the degree of Bachelor of Science will be awarded with a Pastoral Assistant Major. Listed below are only the Junior and Senior year courses. Students who enroll in the Pastoral Assistant major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science in Bible program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Bachelor of Science in Bible
Missions
The Missions major is designed for students who have surrendered their lives for full-time service as missionaries. Men students will complete a well-rounded Bible course of study with an emphasis in missionary methods and the ministry on the field. The missionary student will be taught that his work will include winning souls, planting churches, and training the nationals. Upon completion of this course, the student will receive a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Missions. Students who enroll in the Missions major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science in Bible program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Bachelor of Science
Elementary Education
This major is for students who plan to teach in the Christian school on the elementary grade level. This course of study is for female students only, and, upon completion, they will receive a Bachelor of Science degree. Listed below are only the Junior and Senior year courses. Students who enroll in the Elementary Education major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science - General Education program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Bachelor of Science
Secondary Education
This major is for students who wish to teach in the Christian school on the high school level or above. Secondary Education majors are required to select two teaching fields comprised of 18 hours in one's major and 14 hours in one's minor. Upon completion of this course of study, the degree of Bachelor of Science is awarded Listed below are only the Junior and Senior year courses. Students who enroll in the Secondary Education major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science - General Education program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Teaching Fields for Secondary Education
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English Grammar &
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Math College Algebra
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History United States
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Bachelor of Science
Office Administration
This course of study is designed to train ladies for full-time Christian service as secretaries. This is a full four-year program and, upon completion, a Bachelor of Science degree in Secretarial Science will be awarded. Listed below are only the Junior and Senior year courses. Students who enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Office Administration major will be required to complete the courses listed under the Associate of Science in Office Administration program during their Freshman and Sophomore years.
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Bachelor of Science
Music
The music department of Commonwealth Baptist College is designed to impart practical musical skills to dedicated musicians who will serve the Lord in Independent Fundamental Baptist churches and schools. Upon completion of this course, the student will receive a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Music.
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Private Music Lessons
Prerequisites
Private lessons require the permission of the instructor. Enrollment in private lessons is a privilege. If, in the opinion of the instructor, a student lacks proper commitment to his lessons, the teacher shall consult the Dean of Students to determine whether continuation in private lessons will be allowed.
Practice
Practice
Students are required to practice the amount of hours each week as determined by his instructor up to a maximum of five hours per week.
Seminars
In addition to the private lesson itself, the teacher may conduct occasional seminars with selected students who are working on similar material.
Recital
At the instructor's discretion, a recital may be substituted for the final examination in certain private lessons.
Cost
The cost for private music lessons is to be arranged between pupil and instructor. The cost for private lessons is not included in the tuition.