62 credit hours
This diploma provides an opportunity to develop a knowledge base and the skills for participation in community services programs and ministries
Course Requirements:
Bible/Theology (15 Credits)
- BBL100 Introduction to the Bible (3)
- BBL211 Synoptic Gospels (3)
- BBL220 Pentateuch (3)
- CSP130 Introduction to Christian Spirituality (3)
- IDS100 Christian Faith & Practice I (3)
General Arts (18 Credits)
- HTH180 Christian Mind (3)
- HTH274 Leadership Principles (3)
- IDS101 Christian Faith & Practice II (3)
- LNG180 Academic Writing & Research (3)
- SSC193 Principles of Psychology (3)
- SSC284 Social Science Research (3)
Professional Studies (29 Credits)
- ICS150 Global Christian Citizenship (3)
- SSC293 Developmental Psychology (3)
- One of:
- SSC330 Theoretical Approaches in Human Services (3)
- SSC340 Skills & Techniques in Human Services (3)
- Three of the following:
- SSC299 Diploma Practicum (3)
- FE101HSP-Field Education I Human Services
- FE201HSP- Field Education II Human Services
Three of the following:
Profile of a Graduating Student
A graduating student will:
- grow in the understanding and application of Scripture and spiritual formation to life, and to work in human services;
- ldevelop a knowledge base in human development;
- explore the many life circumstances and conditions that place individuals and groups at risk;
- build skills for providing supports and interventions to assist those who are in need;
- practice within the established competencies of human services professionals.
Career Path Options
This diploma will provide the student with entry-level skills for employment in agencies and programs that serve children, youth, adults, and families.
Future Education Possibilities
Graduates can apply these credits toward future studies at RMC if desired.