Associate of Arts in Applied Ministry
At Point University, the Associate of Arts in Applied Ministry degree teaches students to apply classroom knowledge in practical, personal ministry. It gives students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and tailor them to a particular interest – including music, art, outreach, youth ministry, or sports.
This program is offered in cooperation with church partners committed to educating the next generation of Christian leaders. The program equips students with foundational preparation for service in church and ministry environments, with four semesters of practicum under the mentorship of Point instructors and professional staff of partner churches.
Program Highlights
- Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of leading or serving in a ministry environment.
- Develop a foundational working knowledge of God’s redemptive activity in history as reflected in the biblical metanarrative.
- Articulate your personal philosophy for practicing your chosen discipline or profession in ways that promote the Kingship of God and advance His redemptive work in the world.
Curriculum
The associate in applied ministry program’s comprehensive curriculum is designed to help you develop foundational knowledge in applied ministry. Listed below are some of the courses offered to students:
- Drama of Scripture
- Biblical Interpretation
- Professional Practicum
Career Opportunities
Point’s associate degree in applied ministry will equip you with the knowledge and tools to launch successful careers across a wide range of industries in roles such as:
- Full-time ministers
- Missionaries
- Chaplains
- Bible teachers in Christian secondary schools
Point alumni are engaged in ministries throughout the country and the world, as preaching ministers, missionaries, youth ministers, evangelists, prison ministers, chaplains, college professors and administrators, campus ministers, pastoral counselors, Christian camp directors, church administrators, parachurch organization leaders, children’s home workers, church planting ministers, inner-city ministers and educational ministers working with children, youth, singles, adults and families.
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Faculty
| Name | Title | Department | |
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Dr. Joshua Rice | Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies, Chair of Graduate Programs and Department of Ministry | College of Biblical Studies & Ministry |
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Wye Huxford | Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology, Dean of the College of Biblical Studies and Ministry | College of Biblical Studies & Ministry |
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Dr. Holly Carey | Professor of Biblical Studies and Chair, Department of Biblical Studies | College of Biblical Studies & Ministry |
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Dr. Jennifer Allen Craft | Associate Professor of Theology and Humanities and Chair, Department of Humanities | College of Biblical Studies & Ministry |
Why Point?
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FAITH BASED
Your faith will be strengthened with courses taught from a biblical worldview—from business to biblical studies, math to ministry.
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SUPPORTIVE
Point provides mentoring programs with faculty, alumni and local business professionals tailored to your personal and professional goals.
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SMALL CLASS SIZE
Our 18-to-1 student to professor ratio provides a small class size where you’re not just a student – you’re family.