The program of study at Central Christian College revolves around three areas designed to equip students to understand and minister to the world. The areas of Biblical Studies, General Studies, and Professional Studies are taught with a view toward the integration of each into an overall curriculum that defines and promotes a distinctively Christian worldview.

 

BIBLICAL STUDIES
The largest and most important area of study is the Bible. Our mission is "to develop leaders for the church by providing a Bible-centered higher education." Every degree program contains a major in Biblical Studies. Since the Bible is the all-sufficient rule of faith and practice of the church, it is the basic text of study at Central. The message of the Bible must be clearly understood in order for the church to govern itself properly, to develop a proper theology, and to establish a Biblical, ethical system. The principles for shaping and guiding the lives of others in every aspect of life are drawn from this same unchangeable Word of God. Requirements in biblical studies include courses in Old Testament, New Testament, and Theology.

 

GENERAL STUDIES
The ability to understand and communicate with the world is necessary for anyone to function effectively in ministry. The General Studies area develops well-rounded students in disciplines that are not specifically church related. Requirements are drawn from communication, social science, foreign language, history, natural science, philosophy, and the arts. These courses are taught from a Christian worldview and enable a student to have intelligent discourse with others in society.

 

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
The area of Professional Studies has the goal of equipping and preparing the student to apply biblical studies in personal ministry. The College considers effective application of entry-level competency in ministry the primary goal of Bible college education. Courses in discipleship, evangelism, and leadership coupled with experiences in service provide students with foundational abilities to serve in a church. After being introduced to a wide range of ministry options, students are better informed of their future ministry opportunities.