Graduate Certificate of Completion in Christian Theology

Biblical Foundations

Effective Communicator

Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the Old Testament.

Articulates clear position/ purpose throughout the writing

Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the New Testament.

Demonstrates control of layout/presentation, vocabulary, and uses of discipline-specific language

Articulate a biblical understanding of God as Creator and Redeemer.

Demonstrates control of diction, tone, or register appropriate to a diverse audience throughout the writing

Articulate the biblical concept of the Kingdom of God.

Demonstrates proper usage of grammar and syntax throughout the writing (i.e., spelling, capitalization, punctuation, varied sentence structure)

Demonstrates proper documentation of direct quotes, paraphrasing, references, and citing sources

Historical and Theological Foundations

Innovative Thinking

Analyze historical Christian orthodoxy.

Presents adequate information using sources that consider other perspectives

Articulate theological method that is biblically faithful.

Selects evidence that appropriately supports the position/purpose

Articulate the nature and mission of the New Testament church in Scripture.

Develops position/purpose with reasoning and consistency

States a conclusion aligned to development

Christian Worldview

Examine the ideological foundation of the Christian worldview.

Analyze the implications of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity.

Analyze ethical decisions made from the Christian worldview.

Examine the application of the Christian worldview within the context of discipline and vocation.

Transformative Leader

Demonstrates personal accountability and responsibility with awareness of purpose

Incorporates best practices with decision making, in alignment with goals

Articulates aspects of respectful collaboration with all individuals (i.e., listening, open minded, sharing ideas, follow-through, conflict resolution, etc.)

Demonstrates transformative actions to inspire and motivate growth in others (i.e., developing trust, servant leader, impact on others, being intentional, clear goals, authentic, credible/trustworthy, etc.)

Global Contributor

Demonstrates knowledge of societal aspects of the world (i.e. languages, cultures, religions, art, history, political/social issues, etc.)

Demonstrates an awareness and understanding toward diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives

Expresses the value and dignity of others through Christian virtues (i.e., compassion, respect, belonging, equity, acceptance, empathy, grace, objectivity, etc.).