Emmaus Bible College -Academic Programs

Academic Programs

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Bible and Theology Department
Dr. David MacLeod, Chair; Mr. Ken Daughters, Dr. Jack Fish, Mr. David Glock, Dr. Steven Sanchez, Dr. Daniel Smith, Mr. Mark Stevenson, Dr. James Van Dine

Department Mission

To provide students with a comprehensive overview of and reverence for the Scriptures, an understanding of the major Christian doctrines, and an ability to incarnate biblical truth in their lives.

Programs of Study
     Certificate in Biblical Studies
     Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
     Bachelor of Science in Bible Exposition and Exegesis
     Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies
     Major in Bible and Theology
     Minor in Biblical Languages
     Minor in Biblical Ministry
     Continuing Education Certificate in Biblical Studies

Course Descriptions

Biblical Studies Courses

Biblical Languages Courses

Business Department
Mr. Philip Boom, Chair; Mr. John Borke, Dr. Paul Jensen, Mr. Philip Jensen, Mr. Jeffrey Masterson, Mrs. Sue Stratman, Mr. Mark Woodhouse

Department Mission
To prepare students to be highly competent business professionals with a biblical worldview, equipped to work effectively in commercial or ministry settings.

Programs of Study

     Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Business Administration
     Minor in Business

Course Descriptions
   Business Courses

Christian Education Department
Mr. Keith Leverentz, chair, Mr. Jonathan Glock, Mr. Jeffrey Riley, Dr. Steven Witter

Department Mission

To motivate and equip students to fulfill the God-given task of educating each member of the church to know and practice the things Jesus commanded.

Programs of Study
     Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Youth Ministries
     Minor in Youth Ministries
   Continuing Education Certificate in Youth Ministries

Course Descriptions
   Christian Education/Youth Ministries Courses

Computer Studies Department
Mr. Mark Woodhouse, chair; Mr. Arthur Manning

Department Mission
To equip students to determine, analyze, and implement the information technology needs of a company or ministry, and to prepare them to take full advantage of technology in their own Bible study and Christian service for the Lord.

Programs of Study
   Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Computer Information Systems
            MCSE Certification Track
   L.A.M.P Track
   Ministry Track
   Programming Track
   Systems Analyst Track
   Minor in Computer Applications in Ministry
     Continuing Education Certificate in Computer Applications in Ministry

Course Descriptions
   Computer Studies Courses

Counseling Department
Mr. Ben Mathew, chair; Dr. Daniel Smith, Dr. Andrya Dieter

Department Mission
To equip students with the ability to integrate, under a biblical authority, theories, practices, and methodologies of counseling psychology for effective counseling ministry to those in need.

Programs of Study
Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Counseling Psychology
Minor in Biblical Counseling

Course Descriptions
Counseling Psychology Courses

Intercultural Studies Department
Mr. Joel Hernandez, chair; Mr. Charles Harrison, Dr. Donald Patten

Department Mission
To equip students for cross-cultural living and ministry.

Programs of Study
   Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Intercultural Studies
     Minor in Church Planting and Revitalization
   Minor in Intercultural Studies
   Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
   Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
     Continuing Education Certificate in Missions

Course Descriptions
   Intercultural Studies Courses
   TESOL Courses

Music Department
Miss Elisa Cooper; chair, Dr. Sharon Jensen, Mrs. Lisa Beatty, Dr. Angela Hand, Mr. Ethan Johnson, Mrs. Tracey Rush

Department Mission
To produce musicians of excellence and integrity who glorify God by serving and enriching the Christian church and society.

Programs of Study
   Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Music Ministry
     Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology and Music Education (K-12)
     Continuing Education Certificate in Music Education
   Minor in Music Ministry

Course Descriptions
   Music Courses

Teacher Education Department
Mr. John Jimo, chair; Miss Susan Henderson, Mrs. Sarah Poling, Mrs. Sue Weigert, Mrs. Lisa Beatty, Mr. Keith Leverentz, Mrs. Jenna Mathew, Mrs. Shawn Ruiz, Mrs. Kathy Van Dine

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Department Mission
The mission of the Teacher Education Department of Emmaus Bible College is to produce teachers with a Christian worldview, who are innovative and sound in their professional practice, and who practice service to others as a lifestyle.

Programs of Study
Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies and Elementary Education
Continuing Education Certificate in Elementary Ed and/or K-8 Specialist Endorsement(s)

Course Descriptions

Teacher Education Courses

Cooperative Dual Degree Program

with Northeast Iowa Community College
Emmaus Bible College offers a cooperative, dual-degree program in nursing in cooperation with Northeast Iowa Community College. This program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of the Bible and at the same time prepare for a career in nursing. The student receives a Bachelor of Science degree in Bible and Theology from Emmaus Bible College and an Associate in Applied Science degree from Northeast Iowa Community College.

Programs of Study
Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies with an A.A.S. in Nursing

General Education Department
Dr. Donald Patten, chair; Mr. Tim Iverson, Mr. Chris Lange, Mrs. Sue Stratman

Department Mission
To equip learners with the foundational knowledge, skills, and dispositions to be productive contributors to society.

Program of Study
General Education (a component of each academic program)

Course Descriptions
General Education Courses

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