AHG303 - The Christian Character of the United St
This is a study of the understanding of the dominantly Christian history of the United States of American. Attention will be given to many documents that prove that the heritage of the United States of American was the Christian faith.

AHG305 - History Of American Democratic Republic
This is a study of Alexis De Tocqueville's intense view of the civil government created by its founders in the United States of America. It is an early view of the Constitution and the Republic created by those who declared independence and established a nation of liberty.

AHG307 - History of Colonial America
This is a study of the history of America from the time of its initial discovery and interactions with the native Americans to the time of the first Colonies on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. The study of the history of the United States of America proceeds up to the time of the formation and declaration of independence from England.

AHG309 - Revisionist American History
In this course of study the student will be made aware of the re-writing of America's history by those who oppose the real history of the founders and their colonies The student will begin to see all the history that is being left out of modern history books and the censorship taking place in the classrooms in America.

AHG403 - War For Southern Independence & Reconstr
This course gives a different view of the dividing of the United States in 1860 and an explanation why the separating states had a Constitutional right to separate from the Union. There will be a thorough history of the tragedy of the reconstruction era of the Union upon many of its citizens.

AHG407 - History of the Prog and Conservative
This is a course on the characteristics of progressive thought and the role of progressives in the development of the liberal political tradition. The student will read documents, essays, speeches and articles by the leading progressives from the time of Woodrow Wilson to Franklin Delano Roosevelt which will show the roots of modern liberalism.

AHG409 - Major Research Project or Student Intern

APL109 - Christian Ethics: An Introduction
An introduction to theistic ethics. Emphasis is given to the role of God’s law in individual lives, the family, the church, and society. Other topics include the flaws of non-Christian ethics and the application of Christian ethics to the problems of modern life.

APL110 - Biblical Law and Ethics
This course deals with the role of God’s Law as it applies to every area of life (self-government, family government, church government and civil government). The student will find that, for the Bible, law is revelation. The biblical concept of law is broader than the legal codes of the Mosaic formulation. It applies to the entire Word of God from Genesis to Revelation.

APL309 - Introduction to Apologetics
An introduction to the theory and practice of Christian apologetics. The student is taught how to properly confront and overturn common objections to Christianity. The course emphasizes the importance of defending biblical Christianity without compromising its essential claims.

APL410 - Advanced Apologetics
This course offers a more comprehensive consideration of the defense of Christian faith against intellectual unbelief. Further instruction is given in the nature of apologetics and the formation and implementation of a consistently biblical apologetic methodology. Troubling issues such as the relationship of faith and reason, the nature of biblical inspiration, and the problem is evil, are confronted and resolved.

BBL101 - Interpretation of the Bible
A study of the basic principles of sacred hermeneutics (how to interpret the Bible) using the Historical-Grammatical method, the standard method of biblical interpretation used since the Reformation.

BBL210 - Biblical Evangelism
This course offers a study of the biblical teaching on professional evangelism and the duties and responsibilities of the layman in sharing the Gospel.

BBL305 - Genesis
A study of the first book of the Bible. Attention will be given to the major events in the narrative, especially creation, the Fall, the Flood, and the development of the covenant.

BBL306 - Life of Christ (John)
This course of study will cover the teachings of Jesus Christ from the Gospel of John.

BBL307 - Deuteronomy
A study in the book of Deuteronomy.

BBL308 - Missions
A study of great missionaries, their lives, and work, and the basic principles and methods of the missionary task.

BBL309 - Psalms
A study of the book of Psalms.

BBL310 - Biblical Creationism
An introduction to Biblical Creationism, focusing on a refutation of the Framework Hypothesis and other literary rather than literal interpretations. Included is a short introduction to the assertions and problems of evolutionary concepts of the origin of the world.

BBL407 - Romans
An introduction to the major doctrines taught in the New Testament from the writing of the apostle Paul.

BBL409 - Hebrews
A study of the book of Hebrews.

BBL410 - Revelation
This course compares the principal views of revelation looking in particular at the hermeneutical and exegetical implications of each view.

CED111 - Introduction to Homeschooling
History and development of homeschooling from Bible times to present, emphasizing the importance of the home school in the American experience. Critique of state education and secular humanism.

CED114 - Practicum I
Prepare Practicum Portfolio. Develop plan for years homeschooling of one child. Will include curriculum choice & reasons, subject specific goals and evaluation of progress. Child must be tested at the beginning of the Freshman year for baseline, and again at the end of the school year to evaluate progress.

CED121 - Resources for Homeschooling
Finding, evaluating, and using resources. Evaluating and using curricula, libraries, and field trips. Portfolio requirements, how to plan the year and report the progress made.

CED214 - Practicum II
Prepare Practicum Portfolio. Develop plan for years homeschooling of one child. Will include curriculum choice & reasons, subject specific goals and evaluation of progress. Child must be tested at the end of the school year to evaluate progress.

CED305 - Introduction to Christian Education
This course of study seeks to acquaint the student with fundamentals of educational theory.

CED306 - History and Philosophy of Education
A survey in the historical development of education and the philosophical principles behind different educational methodologies.

CED307 - Philosophy of Christian Education
A study in the application of Christian philosophy to educational theory.

CED308 - Child Development & Psychology
A course contrasting modern psychology with Biblical models for teaching and learning

CED309 - Teaching Methodology
This is a course dealing with the fundamental theories of how to teach in the classroom. Emphasis is given to communication, illustration, and comprehension.

CED310 - Elementary Education I
Basic theory concerning the nature of elementary education and the goals to be accomplished by the school. Consideration is given to the teaching of Reading, English, Math, Science, Literature, Health, and History.

CED311 - Homeschool Management
Organizing and supervising the home school. Child/age appropriate education, sibling teaching, Record keeping and State requirements.

CED314 - Practicum III
Prepare Practicum Portfolio. Develop plan for years homeschooling of one child. Will include curriculum choice & reasons, subject specific goals and evaluation of progress. Child must be tested at the end of the school year to evaluate progress.

CED403 - Classroom Organization & Management
A course dealing with the essential personal moral and ethical qualities of teachers, discipline in the classroom, and how to practicall organize a classroom for maximum effectiveness. Students will prepare a Personal Management Plan after spending time observing in a classroom setting.

CED405 - Student Teaching I
Supervised teaching at the elementary level in a class for one semester. Students may teach in either home school or day school, in grades 1-6. Lesson plans, course objectives, and performance evaluation are necessary.

CED406 - Student Teaching II
Continuation of CED 405.

CED407 - Elementary Education II
Continuation of CED 310 dealing with teacher educational goals, and student performance.

CED409 - Curriculum Development
A study in the philosophy of curriculum and its development from a Christian perspective. Emphasis is given to Math, Science, History, Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, English, and Reading.

CED410 - Elementary Education III
Dealing with gifted and talented students, and struggling learners.

CED414 - Practicum IV
Prepare Practicum Portfolio. Develop plan for years homeschooling of one child. Will include curriculum choice & reasons, subject specific goals and evaluation of progress. Child must be tested at the end of the school year to evaluate progress.

CED415 - Testing and Measurement
Testing and measuring a child’s progress. Theories and practice. One K-12 student must be tested at the at the start of the degree program, and at the end of each academic year.

CLA401 - Legal Research and Writing
This course demonstrates how the student researches the law, develops legal reasoning as to the meaning of the law, and presents the findings in a written presentation that reflects a legal brief.

CLA402 - History and Introduction to Law
This course begins with a history of Anglo-American Law. It covers the development of our legal system and its various functions such as courts, juries, judges, lawyers, legislation, and many others. It also introduces the student to the basic judicial process.

CLA403 - Constitutional Law
This course presents a view of the U.S. Constitution as it relates to the federal, state, and individual legal standings. Consideration is given to the political, economic, and legal structures and procedures thereof.

CLA404 - First Amendment Law
This course examines the nature of civil rights of the individual as they relate to free speech, freedom of religion, and the free exercise thereof. Considerations are viewed in light of the U.S. Constitution with special attention given to questions of equal protection before and after the Fourteenth Amendment.

CLA405 - Law and Procedures
This is a study of civil, administrative, and legislative law as it applies to procedures and putting the laws into practice. It explains the legislative process, choosing the proper court for civil and administrative law. It covers the scope of judicial review and procedural process that is necessary in dealing with such laws.

CLA406 - Conflict of Laws
This course deals with the conflict that arises between federal jurisdiction and state jurisdiction. It analyzes the federal jurisdiction and the limits on the federal court’s involvement in interstate and intrastate laws. It gives an in depth look at the choice of law when proceeding to bring a suit to be tried in a state or federal court.

CLA407 - Criminal Law
This course is a succinct exposition of substantive criminal law. It gives an overview of crime and punishment in the court system of the United States such as homicide, battery, assault, and kidnapping among others. It also surveys the many defenses used to defend the accused. It also stresses criminal law regarding the policy of sentencing and the policy of corrections.

CLA408 - Criminal Procedures
This is a course of study dealing with constitutional limitation regarding criminal procedures. It covers a variety of criminal offenses and the proper procedure for arrest and prosecution to try the case in court. It also reviews the constitutional constraints on police investigation and the proper procedures when the arrest has been made. It also covers the appellate process that follows most criminal cases.

CLA409 - Evidence
The goal of this course is to provide clear roadmap through the vast array of obstacles dealing with the handling of evidence and using it properly in court. It also deals with the vast number of federal regulations that need to be taken into consideration while collecting evidence for judicial use.

CLA410 - Torts
This course presents an overview of Tort Law. The student will learn the purpose and functions of Tort Laws. It covers several defenses regarding liability, damages for physical harm, non-physical harm, misrepresentation, defamation, and privacy. It also covers the increasing number of cases involved in toxic torts and the liability of those who expose innocent people to toxic substances that cause physical or mental damage and the various defenses used to protect individuals or companies.

CLA411 - Paralegal Preparation Studies
This course is for those students who are preparing for a position of a legal assistant or a paralegal. There is presented an overview of the duties, practices, and procedures of legal assistants and paralegals. It also covers what a legal assistant or paralegal should know about the court system including Federal Court procedures and the research and writing that needs to be done by the legal assistant and/or paralegal.

CNS101 - Biblical Discipleship I
The student learns to approach the circumstances, relationships, and situations of life from a biblical perspective, and so begin to experience victory and contentment in life’s trials. This and CNS 201 will also prepare the student to help others face their problems and deal with them biblically.

CNS201 - Fundamentals of Christian Living
The student continues to learn to approach the circumstances, relationships, and situations of life from a biblical perspective, and so begin to experience victory and contentment in life’s trials. This and CNS 101 will also prepare the student to help others face their problems and deal with them biblically.

CNS301 - Basics of Biblical Counseling I
This course is an introduction to Nouthetic Counseling which is a biblically based principle which emphasizes the sufficiency of Scripture as fundamental to changing the dysfunctional life of Christians.

CNS302 - Basics of Biblical Counseling II
This course is a continuation of CNS 301.

CNS303 - A Biblical View of Psychology
This course develops a psychology of man based on a theological understanding of his constitutional nature as a result of original sin. Special emphasis is given to a Christian epistemic principle concerning knowledge as fundamental to man’s being created in the image of God.

CNS304 - Theology of Biblical Counseling
The student will be introduced to the fundamental doctrines of Christianity as they relate to counseling. The course will emphasize the essential reasons that only a Reformed theology is capable of sustaining the Nouthetic Counseling practice.

CNS401 - Marriage and the Family
Family is central to God’s order in society. This course will examine the institution of marriage and will lay the biblical requirements for developing a Christian family paradigm.

CNS402 - Advanced Biblical Counseling
The student will be trained to understand how to be successful in critical stages of counseling and conflict resolution. Emphasis will be given to understand the reason for failure and resolution.

CNS403 - Counseling Children
This course will train the counselor in understanding the nature of child behavior, correction and biblical instruc- tion for proper discipline and attitude.

CNS404 - Counseling: Anger & Depression
The student will be trained to counsel individuals who are exhibiting unrighteous anger and Spiritual depres- sion using Nouthetic Counseling.

CNS405 - Professional Ethics in Counseling
All counselors have a standard of ethical guidelines which must be followed in their practice within the context of the Bible and legal issues. Special attention will be given to proper conduct for Christian counselors and their interaction with church discipline.

DCE101 - Christian Education: Introduction
For Diploma in Christian Education

DCE103 - Christian Education: Philosophy
For Diploma in Christian Education

DCE105 - Christian Wordview Study
For Diploma in Christian Education

DCW101 - Biblical Interpretation
For Diploma in Christian Workers Studies

DCW103 - Biblical Evangelism
For Diploma in Christian Workers Studies

DCW105 - Biblical Counseling
For Diploma in Christian Workers Studies

ECO108 - Economics
A study of the principles of economics in a free market society established on biblical principles.

ENG107 - English Grammar
This is a course of study dealing with the basic principles of English Grammar.

ENG205 - English Composition
This course of study is designed to instruct the student in the basic principles of composition, utilizing principles from Scriptures.

ENG308 - Public Speaking and Debate
This course offers a study of communication theory as it relates to public speaking and the presentation of arguments to influence others. The student will find that argument may be defined as that process in communication in which logic is used to influence others. The students are prepared to present speeches to inform and arguments to influence those who will listen.

ENG401 - Introduction to Literature
An introduction to literary criticism from a Christian perspective. Emphasis is given to standards for aesthetic and philosophical evaluation.

ENG402 - Survey of Western Literature
A survey of the great literature of the Western tradition from a Christian perspective.

ENG408 - Communications
A course designed to develop the ability to speak effectively in public

GRE405 - Introduction to Greek
An introduction to New Testament Greek, including basic vocabulary and grammar skills

GVT101 - American Civil Government
This course deals with the role of God’s Law as it applies to every area of life (self-government, family government, church government and civil government). The student will find that, for the Bible, law is revelation. The biblical concept of law is broader than the legal codes of the Mosaic formulation. It applies to the entire Word of God from Genesis to Revelation.

GVT201 - History and Development of the Constitut
This course deals with the foundations and the development of the United States Constitution. The student will be shown that political philosophy led to constitutional achievement. Students will find that the constitution lays down the principles of a republican form of government.

GVT401 - Advanced Principles of the U.S. Constitu
This is a study of the background and worldviews of the founding fathers of the U.S. Constitution. The student will be able to see how the U.S. Constitution and its founding father were influenced by the Christian Religion and the rise of the Common Law developed by Celtic, Anglo-Saxon and Norman people. There will be an overview of the Articles and Amendments of the U.S. Constitution.

GVT405 - Christianity and Civil Government
In this course the student will learn that all civil government is established upon a religion whether that is the religion of humanism or the religion of the Word of God (Christian Faith). The student will also learn the Biblical principles of political law, civil law, economics, penal law and administrative procedure and see that these principles are as sound and applicable today as they were when they were first written.

HCH201 - History of the Christian Church
A survey of church history from the Apostolic Fathers to the Twentieth-Century church.

HEB406 - Introduction to Hebrew
An introduction to Old Testament Hebrew, including basic vocabulary and grammar skills

HIS203 - Western Civilization I
An introduction survey of the history of Western Civilization from is Classical and Judeo-Christian origins to the rise of Islam.

HIS204 - Western Civilization II
A continuation of HIS 203 from the Middle Ages to modern times.

HIS301 - American History I
This course of study will cover the time of America's discovery up to the Civil War.

HIS302 - American History II
This is a continuation of HIS 301. It reviews the time from the establishment of the U.S. Constitution to the Civil War, and continues through 1995.

MAT207 - College Math
This course provides a thorough introduction to college algebra. The course emphasizes graphing along with solving practical problems. Starting with linear equations and expressions, the course progresses into solving linear systems, polynomial, rational, radical, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic equations and function, and concludes with conic sections.

MUS304 - Fundamentals of Music
An introduction to music theory and its application to the ministry of the Church. Suitable for those with no formal music theory training.

MUS314 - History and Philosophy of Music
This course offers an introductory consideration of the Christian philosophy of music. Special attention is given to the lives of the major composers in the history of western music and the religious and philosophical importance of their work. Those students with some formal music theory training will take this course in place of MUS 304.

NTS102 - New Testament Survey
This course will cover the books of the New Testament with an emphasis on the major themes of each book. Because of the number of lectures, this course has been designated a "combination course" and should be taken along with two others. See the booklet, "How to Complete and Submit Course Work" #17 sent with first course.

OTS105 - Old Testament Survey
This course of study introduces the basic subject matter and content of the books of the Old Testament. Because of the number of lectures, this course has been designated a "combination course" and should be taken along with two others. See "How to Complete and Submit Course Work" #17 sent with first course.

PHL110 - Foundation of Christian Culture
An introduction to the Christian philosophy of culture. Emphasis is given to the dominion mandate of Genesis 1:28, the relationship between culture and religion, the effects of the fall on human culture, the importance of Reformation theology, and the far-reaching possibilities of the Christian's cultural influence.

PHL206 - Logic
A course in the basic laws of reason established by God. Students learn to reason carefully, and to deploy language appropriately.

PHL209 - Introduction to Philosophy
An introductory course in Christian philosophy. Includes a preliminary examination of the Christian approach to the philosophy of being, knowledge, ethics, science, and politics.

PHL305 - History of Western Thought I
A survey of Ancient and Medieval philosophers and their ideas, from Thales to William of Occam. The course highlights the destructive nature of ungodly philosophy. Christian and non-Christian philosophers are critiqued from the perspective of a consistently biblical philosophy.

PHL306 - History of Western Thought II
A continuation of PHL 304. The student is guided through a survey of Renaissance and Enlightenment philosophers and their ideas, from Descartes to Kant.

PHL307 - Life and Thought of John Calvin I
A comprehensive survey of the systematic theology of John Calvin as contained in the Institutes of Christian Religion. The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with the fundamental doctrines of Reformation theology that underpin Christian philosophy. PHL 307 introduces the student to Calvin's doctrine of God, the Trinity, the scriptures, creation, man, and Christ.

PHL308 - Life and Thought of John Calvin II
A continuation of PHL 307. This course introduces the student to Calvin's doctrine of salvation, the Christian life, election, and the last things.

PHL403 - Worldview of Education
This course will examine the philosophy and history of the public education system from the time of Horace Mann. The student will also learn of the devastating affect William James and John Dewey had on the American public school system.

PHL404 - World Religions
A comparison of the world's religions with biblical Christianity.

PHL405 - Philosophy of History
This is a study of the Philosophy of History which shows how the Biblical Philosophy is at odds with the modern faith of humanism. The student will learn the principles and problems of historiography and will show that history is the unfolding of God's purpose and plan.

PHL406 - Philosophy of Religion
This course introduces the essential issues and problems in the philosophy of religion. Topics include the validity of theistic proofs, natural theology, religious language, God and time, foreknowledge and free will, foreordination and responsibility, and the problem of evil.

PHL407 - Life and Thought of John Calvin III
A continuation of PHL 308. PHL 407 introduces the student to Calvin's doctrine of the church, the sacraments, and civil government.

PHL409 - History of Western Thought III
A continuation of PHL 306. The student is guided through a survey of modern philosophers and their ideas, from Hegel to Dewey.

POL201 - Current Political Issues
This course deals with various current political issues with which America is dealing today. The main thrust of the course deals with the nature and structure of current policies that have been prepared to be implemented in the United States and how they bring tyranny and crush liberty.

POL303 - History of Political Thought
This course gives a detailed survey that presents a succession of major political thinkers who have influenced many modern conceptions of politics. The student will discover the origins of various political thoughts that were the distinct activity of men in the past. The student will also see the emergence of political thought in British and American universities that had an impact on the current political theory in Great Britain and America.

POL305 - History of Christian Political Philosoph
This is a course that illustrates the use of Christian theological arguments in political discussion over a millennium and a half, from the patristic age to the early modern period. It also displays a considerable variety of not only viewpoints and situations, but also of great style and genre.

POL403 - Introduction to Political Theory
This course deals with American Government and the Bible, and the history of political thought from Plato to Rousseau.

SCI202 - Physical Science
This is a survey course of study in the basic principles of physical science from a Christian perspective.

SOC208 - Sociology
An introduction to sociology from a Christian perspective. Emphasis is given to the importance of the Christian family in society.

SYS103 - Christian Doctrine I
This course of study introduces and demonstrates the foundational importance of the doctrines of God and man. Primary emphasis will be given to the Scriptures as revealing "what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man."

SYS104 - Christian Doctrine II
A study dealing with the doctrines of Christ and Salvation. Emphasis is given to the importance of a biblically and historically grounded soteriology.

SYS106 - Christian Doctrine III
A study of the doctrines of the Church and Last Things (Eschatology).