Offices Closed and Class Meetings Cancelled: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - All offices will be closed and class meetings will be cancelled on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, in preparation of impending winter weather. Primarily online courses (traditional online, mentoring, Prepare Here Weekend Hybrids) will proceed as normal. A decision concerning Wednesday, January 22nd will be forthcoming in the upcoming days.
What is the Doctor of Educational Ministry Program?
The Doctor of Educational Ministry is a professional degree providing qualified students the opportunity to achieve a high level of excellence in the practice of educational ministry. The degree is built on prerequisites including a theological, ministerial or professional master's degree from an accredited institution, high intellectual achievement and professional capability, and substantial professional experience in ministry.
PREREQUISITES
3.0 out of 4.0 GPA
Substantial ministry experience
A theological, ministerial, or professional master's degree from an accredited institution
Degree or supplemental transcripts must include hours in:
biblical and theological studies
organizational leadership/administration
instructional theory and practice
educational foundations
Students may be required to complete additional studies for admission.
Current, permanent vocational ministry position
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
WORKSHOPS (6 hours)
Program Overview and Research Writing
Mid-Career Assessment
Project in Ministry Design
SEMINARS (24 hours)
3 Christian Education Seminars from the following:
CEEF8300 - Instructional Theory and Curriculum Design
CEEF8301 - Perspectives in Contemporary Educational Ministry
CEAM8303 - Building and Managing an Effective Organization
CEAM8305 - Strategic Church Development through Christian Education
PMEV8305/CEDI8305 - Developing a Disciple Making Strategy for a Healthy, Growing Church
THCH8301/CEDI8301 - Spiritual Formation of the Minister
