BAM/OL - Bachelor of Ministry - Outdoor Education & Leadership
Match your interests and gifts to the major that best suits you through Prairie’s Bachelor of Arts in Ministry (BAM) (majors available include camping ministry, outdoor education & leadership, pastoral ministry, worship & ministry, or youth which allows you to chose two areas of focus). Whichever you choose, our BAM program is designed to build your confidence to minister in any environment; providing you with an in-depth knowledge of the Bible and practical leadership skills to equip others for ministry. Student's entering this program will begin with the Explore Certificate in Wilderness & Leadership program. For complete program details, download the guide on the right.
The Outdoor Education & Leadership Program is:
- For those who would like to prepare for outdoor leadership in a ministry or a vocational setting.
- For people who would like to work in outdoor leadership in a secular setting but have a Christian theological perspective.
- Excellently suited for the second career person preparation.
- For someone who would like to train for camp ministry.
- Persons who are already in outdoor vocational ministry or job who would like formal education with emphasis in outdoor leadership.
- For people who desire to grow in their personal and team leadership skills, regardless of where they might end up ministering, working, etc.
- For people who desire to obtain relevant industry standard training and certification.
Program Objectives
Prairie's BAM program will equip you to:
- Effectively study, understand and interpret Scripture.
- Understand the principles for effective ministry in a variety of applications and situations.
- Realize the global mission of the Church and its implications for your life.
- Understand the importance of interpersonal relationships in the context of effective ministry.
- Confidently apply practical skills as required in ministry settings
- Realize and develop your God-given gifts and passions for use in ministry to the glory of God and the benefit of others.
Expanded Opportunities
Your BAM degree will open doors to skilled service as a church worker, church planter, church educational program leader, worship leader, pastor, youth worker, camp leader, or numerous other roles within a church or para-ministry setting. Your degree lays the foundation for graduate studies in ministry, theological studies, missiology or divinity.
Fees
The 2010-2011 fees for the BAM/OL program are (fees are per semester and are subject to change):
Tuition - ($260 per credit hour)
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$3,900* |
| College Services** - ($40 per credit hour) |
$600* |
| Residence (double occupancy room) |
$1,065 |
| Refundable Residence Damage Deposit |
$250 |
| Meal Plan |
$1,525 |
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| *Based on 15 credits per semester |
| **Includes student union, printing, fitness, intra-mural, technology, library, orientation, graduation & spiritual formation fees. |
| Program Requirements (3 credits each unless otherwise noted) |
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| Bible & Theology Major |
30 credits |
| BT 101 Reading the Bible in the 21st Century |
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| NT 111 The Gospels |
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| One NT elective (200 level or above) |
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| One OT elective (200 level or above) |
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| One TH elective (200 level or above) |
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| Two Bible or Theology electives (200 level or above) |
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| OT 111 Genesis to Deuteronomy |
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| TH 100 Intro. to Christian Theology |
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| TH 357 Theology of Worship |
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| General Studies Core |
36 credits |
| GS 400 Integrative Ministry Seminar |
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| HF 111 Thinking & Writing |
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| HF 240 Christianity & Culture |
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| Two General Studies electives |
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| SC 141 Health & Wellness |
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| SC 142 Wildnerness Survival |
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| SS 110 Intro. to Psychology |
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| SS 150 Interpersonal Communication |
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| SS 261 Leadership Foundations |
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| SS 361 Leadership Administration |
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| SS 366 Principals of Management for Not-for-Profit Organizations |
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| Spiritual Formation Core |
12 credits |
| SF 100 The Christian Life: Pursuing God Faithfully |
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| SF 200 Discipleship: Following Christ Authentically |
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| SF 300 Church: Witnessing Christ in His Community |
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| SF 400 Prayer: Engaging God Passionately |
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| Major |
42 credits |
CM 362 Outdoor Leadership Internship (12 credits) |
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| OL 151 Outdoor Programming |
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| OL 231 Recreation Business & Management |
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| OL 232 Group Facilitation |
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| OL 348 Teaching Through Adventure |
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| Two OL electives (300 level or above) |
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| One OL elective (400 level) |
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| 9 credits of the following: |
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| OL 211 WEA Outdoor Leadership Certification (4 credits) |
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| OL 213 Swiftwater Rescue (2 credits) |
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| OL 214 ACA Kayak Instructor (2 credits) |
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| OL 215 Raft Guide Training (2 credits) |
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| OL 217 Wilderness First Responder (3 credits) |
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| OL 219 Avalanche Level 1, 2, or 3 (2 credits) |
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| OL 220 Telemark Ski Instructor (2 credits) |
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| OL 222 AMGA Top Rope Instructor (3 credits) |
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| OL 223 ACCT Challenge Course Facilitator |
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| *Please note that not all of these certification courses will be offered every year. Check with the program director for more specific information. |
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