| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Basic Bible Studies (Associate Degree) |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
| Reference Number | ABBS |
| Description | The ABBS is based on topical portions of Scripture, using question and answer format and pursuing the Scriptures from Genesis to Revelation. |
| Keywords | Youth Ministry, Church Organisation and Administration, Independent Research, Letters of Paul, General Epistles, Genesis, Exodus, Joshua and Judges, Life of Saul, Ruth and Esther, Jeremiah, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Minor Prophets, Ministry Project, Bible Studies, Bible Study |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | |
| Country and region where programme is available | International (e.g. distance learning) / All international |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods |
| Residential/Non Residential | Non Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Part-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | 1426 US |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | No |
| Actual Length | 2 years |
| Average hours of study per week | 20 |
| Methods of instruction | Each semester the student will participate in Ministry Projects in their communities and submit reports. The students would be trained in the art of study discipline, research, assignment writing and computer literacy skills. This is accompanied by fourteen 80 min CDs. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 30 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | Entry level students must show evidence of a U.S. 12-year education equivalency and ability to read and write English fluently. In the Caribbean GCE/CXC Certificates would suffice. |
| Other Prerequisites | The ability to read and write English fluently. Students should have the ability to comprehend and explain Scripture passages, and to express personal thoughts in written form. |
| Qualifications gained | Associate in Basic Bible Study |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | |
| Programme Accredited by | CETA (Caribbean) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies |