Religious Studies and Christian Education
Many Christians understand the purpose of life and generally integrate well into
the workplace as diligent, competent workers. The Christian faith is central
to a solid foundation geared toward the study of the bible and its wisdom for
practical living, which often translates into success within a variety of career
fields. Degrees from Christian educators are viewed favorably by employers. In
today’s business environment, employers are seeking honest, responsible,
well-trained employees who have a moral base that reflects well on the employer
and his business. In a time when scandals are so commonplace, employers are looking
for ways to stay out of headlines caused by a lack of morality in employees.
Good opportunities are expected for those who choose the high road.
Our Christian colleges and universities offer career options similar to
other accredited online schools, including courses in the liberal arts, sciences
and computer studies. The addition of biblical studies – including theology,
pastoral studies, church administration, Christian ministry, Christian counseling
and psychology, and religion -- enhance the usual college coursework for those
who choose to enroll at our Christian schools. Students may earn their college
degrees from accredited Christian colleges and universities that understand the
hearts of those who may be drawn to a higher calling and who desire to enhance
their gifts, talents and abilities with academic training.
BA in Christian Studies
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies will utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and an understanding of theology, philosophy, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. |
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Christian employers are seeking those who choose to align
themselves with learning and theoretical development grounded
in Christ-centered values. Campus programs are 2-year and 4-year,
fully accredited degree programs, based or located in North
America, with curriculum rooted in a number of popular academic
disciplines.
The Association for Biblical Higher Education or ABHE (formerly the The Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges or AABC) is a nationally recognized accrediting agency in the United States. It is recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The ABHE is creed based and requires annual affirmation statements to a particular creed that is not pluralistic.
The Association is a full member of the International Council of Evangelical Theological Education (ICETE) operating under the auspices of the World Evangelical Alliance.
Incorporated in the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit corporation, the Association is exempt from income tax under the provisions of section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
ABHE is operated by its member institutions through a board of directors, members of which are elected at an annual business meeting. Accrediting decisions are made by the Commission on Accreditation. The Association's public accountability is underscored by the requirement that both the Board of Directors and the Commission on Accreditation must include public representatives among its members. The Association is administered by a full-time Executive Director and supported by a corps of professional staff.
According to ABHE's annual membership handbook, there were 33,200 undergraduates and 2,500 graduate students registered in over 135 colleges/universities across North America in the 2005/2006 academic year.
