FACULTY OF DIVINITY & RELIGIOUS SCIENCES
1. Associate of Arts in Divinity Studies
Duration: 2 years (60 credits) Core Competencies:
Biblical hermeneutics and exegesis
Comparative religious studies with focus on African diaspora traditions
Liberation theology and social justice ministry
Pastoral care and community counseling
Religious history of marginalized communities
Interfaith dialogue and cooperation
Specialized Tracks:
Urban Ministry Track: Focus on city-based congregational leadership
Community Organizing Track: Faith-based social justice advocacy
Chaplaincy Track: Preparation for institutional chaplaincy roles
Career Pathways: Assistant pastor, community chaplain, congregational education coordinator, faith-based non-profit worker
Capstone: Design and implement community service project through religious organization
2. Associate of Applied Science in Congregational Community Leadership
Duration: 2 years (62 credits) Core Competencies:
Congregational administration and management
Non-profit financial management for congregational organizations
Community outreach and engagement strategies
Spiritual education curriculum development
Conflict resolution in congregational settings
Grant writing for faith-based initiatives
Practicum Requirements: 300 hours in congregational community settings
Career Pathways: Congregation administrator, congregational program coordinator, faith-based community organizer, congregational education director
Capstone: Develop comprehensive community ministry program
3. Associate of Arts in Interfaith Studies and Social Justice
Duration: 2 years (60 credits) Core Competencies:
World religions and spiritual traditions
Indigenous spiritual practices and wisdom
Religious responses to social justice issues
Interfaith dialogue facilitation
Religious freedom and civil rights
Spirituality and healing in communities of color
Special Features:
Study abroad component in religious communities
Interfaith service learning projects
Guest lectures from diverse spiritual leaders
Career Pathways: Interfaith coordinator, diversity educator, community mediator, social justice advocate
Capstone: Organize interfaith community action project
4. Associate of Applied Science in Faith-Based Counseling and Support
Duration: 2 years (64 credits) Core Competencies:
Pastoral counseling techniques
Crisis intervention and trauma-informed care
Substance abuse counseling from faith perspective
Family and marriage support
Grief and loss counseling
Mental health first aid certification
Clinical Requirements: 200 hours supervised counseling practice
Career Pathways: Pastoral counselor, community support worker, crisis intervention specialist, family life educator
Capstone: Develop faith-based counseling program for specific community need
5. Associate of Arts in Religious Music and Worship Arts
Duration: 2 years (60 credits) Core Competencies:
Gospel music history and performance
Sacred music across cultures
Worship planning and liturgical arts
Music therapy in religious settings
Audio/visual technology for worship
Community choir direction and development
Performance Requirements: Recitals each semester, community performances
Career Pathways: Worship leader, community choir director, religious music educator, church musician
Capstone: Produce community worship concert highlighting diverse traditions
