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Explore - Certificate in Outdoor Education and Leadership Studies A One Year Program Director: Dwayne Koop Develop solid personal character and skills for kingdom leadership through practical hands-on education in a wilderness setting through Prairie’s one-year Explore Outdoor Education and Leadership Certificate. You will receive vital training in biblical studies, leadership formation and the development of interpersonal skills that will prove invaluable in any form of Christian ministry or secular employment. Real-life wilderness experiences will challenge you to process and apply biblical concepts learned through classroom instruction and give you a better understanding of personality traits, spiritual gifts, teamwork, and conflict management. Each semester of the Explore program schedule is divided into equal time on Prairie’s campus and at Bighorn Christian Camp and Conference Center in Plains, Montana. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains beside the Clark Fork River, Camp Bighorn provides ample opportunity for exploration. Technical skills include whitewater rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, basic mountaineering, winter camping and backcountry skiing. Additional training includes first aid, CPR, orienteering, wilderness survival, snowshoeing, avalanche awareness, survival skills, and search and rescue. This program starts in the middle of August and runs until the end of April. Contact our Admissions Office for specific dates. Program Objectives Bible and Ministry Training Objectives You will be challenged to grow as you learn more about God’s Word and discover its relevance in every area of life. You will also be involved in discipleship training through peer-to-peer accountability, small groups, mentoring, Bible study, and individual/team ministries. You will be equipped to: • Articulate the foundational doctrines and themes of Scripture. • Analyze various worldviews, identify and understand the strength of the Christian worldview and demonstrate biblical thinking and character within a secular context. • Exhibit a consistent godly character and demonstrate obedience to God and His Word. • Understand and practice the dynamics of healthy, biblical communication within a community. • Commit to meaningful participation within your local church and take responsibility for your role within the global Body of Christ. Leadership Development Objectives You will be challenged to develop in Christ-like character, recognizing that you lead and minister out of who you are. Through study and service you will gain a better understanding of your personal leadership style, personality traits, spiritual gifts, teamwork, and conflict management. You will be equipped to: • Grow in personal spiritual disciplines and a deeper relationship with God • Understand and practice the dynamics of healthy, biblical communication within a community.. • Recognize and apply your personal gifts for the benefit of others. • Disciple others to integrate spiritual truth into thier lives. Wilderness Skills Training Objectives You will be challenged to grow through outdoor adventures enabling you to: • Communicate, work, and lead effectively in a ministry team using wilderness adventure as a tool for Christian ministry and evangelism. • Organize, lead, and teach a variety of outdoor skills at a foundational level. • Experience the value of outdoor adventure for spiritual and personal development. Wilderness skills training includes:
Expanded Opportunities Whether you are led into missions, a position of leadership, or a wilderness-related vocation, Explore provides foundational training Christian leaders need in preparing for any ministry. Those particularly pursuing camp and youth ministries will find this training invaluable. Should you desire to continue your education at Prairie, most courses can be transferred toward one of Prairie’s two or four year programs including, as is best suited for the BA in Ministry Outdoor Education & Leadership and BA in Ministry Camping programs. Entrance Requirements In addition to the regular admissions requirements, applicants must exhibit godly character, academic ability, and servant leadership. They must desire to be in an intense learning environment where they are challenged spiritually, academically, and relationally. The nature of the program will require students to meet additional expectations in the areas of conduct, attitude, and maturity. Explore Interview: An interview either in person or via telephone with the Director of the Explore program upon completion of your application. Following the interview, students will be notified regarding the status of their application. Students accepted will need to secure their place in the program with a $500 CDN deposit. Fee Structure
Summit Seminar Explore students are required to take part in the Summit Conference (including course credit for PH 110 Critical Thinking) in the summer preceding their first semester of studies. Transfer Credits Students may have another course substituted for EN 101 Introduction to Writing & Research if they have earned a C- or higher in a similar, transferable course from another institution. Any other transfer credit pertaining to the Explore program will be considered individually by the Director and Registrar. Additional courses must be taken in place of any transfer credits. |
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