Certificate in Worldview Studies

The Certificate in Worldview Studies is designed to equip Christians with a basic knowledge of the Word of God and an understanding of the Christian worldview.  This program is designed for the student planning to further their education in a secular college or university, but who desires to develop a stronger foundation for their faith.  Students may also choose to pursue an Associates or Bachelor’s degree at FCC.  When students have completed this course of study they should be able to…    

  1. describe the structure of Biblical history and literature.
  2. understand the college’s religious heritage.
  3. articulate and defend their biblical worldview.
  4. appreciate the evangelistic and educational purposes of the church.
  5. interact with their culture analytically, socially, and spiritually.

The Certificate in Worldview Studies requires 32 semester hours composed of the following blocks of courses:

Certificate in Worldview Studies Requirements

Biblical Studies
11 Credits
Bible Introduction 3 BIN 110 Intro. to Biblical Study (3)
–OR–
BIN 112 Bible Survey (3)
Gospels 3 BNT 111 Life of Christ I (3)
–OR–
BNT 121 Life of Christ II (3)
Church History 3 BNT 260 Foundations of Christianity (3)
Theology 2 BTH 123 Fundamentals of Christian Faith (2)
Humanities Division
15 Credits
Composition 6 GEN 110 Composition I (3)
GEN 120 Composition II (3)
Social Science 3 GPS 110 General Psychology (3)
History 3 GHI 220 Western Civilization I (3)
-OR-
GHI 230 Western Civilization II (3)
Evidences 3 GPH 110 Christian Evidences (3)
Ministry Studies
6 Credits
Ministry Core 6 MMI 120 Missions and Evangelism (3)
MIN 220 Ministry as Life’s Work (2)
MIN 225 Core Communication (1)

Certificate in Worldview Studies Recommended Schedule

(32 credit hours)

Year 1
Requirements may be satisfied in either the Fall or Spring Semester
 
Bible
BNT 111 Life of Christ I (3) or
BNT 121 Life of Christ II (3)
BIN 110 Introduction to Biblical Studies (3) or
BIN 112 Bible Survey (3)
BTH 123 Fundamentals of Christian Faith (2)
BNT 260 Foundations of Christianity (3)
 
Humanities
GPH 110 Christian Evidences (3)
GEN 110 Composition I (3)
GEN 120 Composition II (3)
GPS 110 General Psychology (3)
GHI 220 Western Civilization I (3) (Fall) or
GHI 230 Western Civilization II (3) (Spring)
 
Ministry
MIN 220 Ministry as Life’s Work (2)
MIN 225 Core Communication (1)
MMI 120 Missions & Evangelism (3)
Total Credits:  32

Following the recommended schedule is essential for graduating on time.

While Florida Christian College provides academic advising for degree-seeking students, the final responsibility for meeting all program/degree requirements and being informed of all College regulations and procedures rests with the student.