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Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy |
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| Course Title: |
Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy | |
Category: |
Arts & Humanities | |
Subject: |
Religion | |
| College: |
Liberty University Online 
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| Course Description: |
Liberty University's Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy program prepares servant leaders to be faithful wise, stewards of the Gospel, developing strategies, Christian character traits and very specific ministry skills, relevant for successful ministry in an institutional chaplaincy setting. Students will observe the similarities and differences among the various types of chaplaincies, giving careful attention to ministry in religiously multicultural, pluralistic and multi-staff environments. Students will examine the theological and cultural issues of a formal and informal ministry setting. Some of these settings may include geriatric/eldercare homes, corrections facilities/prisons, emergency response arenas, workplace/industrial settings and hospitals. |
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| Delivery Format: |
Online | |
| Course Level: |
Masters Degree | |
| Course Requirements: |
Regionally or nationally accredited bachelor's degree with at least a 2.0 GPA for admission in good standing. | |
| Course Type: |
Online Degrees | |
Course Long Description: |
Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy (Liberty University Online) Christianity continues to be one of the leading faiths in the world. However, there are ministries that still need individuals who would like to participate in spreading the word of Jesus Christ, particularly to those who yearn for it. This kind of purpose is what the Liberty University aims. LU Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy program equips servant leaders to become wise, faithful stewards of the gospel, acquiring very specific ministry skills, methods, and Christian characteristics necessary for successful ministry in an institutional chaplaincy setting. By earning this master's degree, you can set the opportunity have you been given in motion; the opportunity to make a significant decision that could greatly impact other's lives, influence your participation in shaping the future of Christian ministry, and improve your career in ministry. A few of these settings may include corrections/prisons, geriatric/eldercare homes, emergency response arenas, hospitals, as well as workplace/industrial environments. In this program, students will examine the theological and cultural issues of an informal and formal ministry setting. They will observe the differences and similarities among the many types of chaplaincies, giving attention to ministry in religiously pluralistic, multicultural, and multi-staff environments. Courses students will take in this Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy program include: • Core Courses (21 hours): Choose one: - NBST 521 New Testament Orientation - NBST 522 New Testament Orientation II - NBST 525 New Testament Introduction Choose one: - OBST 590 Old Testament Introduction - OBST 591 Old Testament Orientation I - OBST 592 Old Testament Orientation II • Required Courses: - CHHI XXX Elective 500-600 level - THEO 525 Systematic Theology I - THEO 530 Systematic Theology II - EVAN 565 Contemporary Evangelism Choose one: - APOL 500 Introduction to Apologetics - EVAN 500 Church Growth I: Spiritual Factors of Church Growth - ICST 500 World Missions - ICST 650 Cross-Cultural Evangelism and Church Planting • Marketplace Chaplaincy Ministries (15 hrs): - CHPL 500 Chaplaincy Ministry - PACO 500 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling - HSER 509 Multicultural Issues/Human Services - PACO 604 Crisis Counseling and Brief Therapy - PACO 698 Practicum. Career Opportunities: The dedicated and professional doctors of Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy will challenge students intellectually, spiritually, and personally, that will prepare them in being successful in such careers as: - Company Chaplain - Resort Area Chaplain - Non-Profit Organization Chaplain The online MA in Marketplace Chaplaincy from Liberty University is a 36-credit hour program. Tuition is $250 per credit hour, there's a $150 technology fee per semester, a one-time $50 MA Counseling Assessment fee, and a $50 application fee. Admission Requirements: Students must have earned baccalaureate degree or its equivalent (in any field) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S., Department of Education (e.g., SACS, TRACS, ABHE, etc.) with a minimum GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale). Students who hold a prior degree from an unaccredited institution may be considered for admission on academic probation. Students admitted on academic probation are required to take and pass GRST 500 introduction to graduate writing their first semester. Students must have a minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 600 paper-based test; 250 computer-based test; 100 internet-based test. |
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