Youth Ministry Minor (M)
The Youth Ministry minor equips students to minister to the faith needs of young people. Students receive training to administer youth ministry programs in a variety of settings, or to serve in any number of support capacities for youth ministry within a congregation. The Youth Ministry minor is not restricted to students enrolled in professional church work programs. Students who are majoring in other fields of study and desire to be of service to youth through their congregational youth programs are encouraged to enroll.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| Old Testament | ||
| Biblical Theology | ||
Any REL course with a number above 204 | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| COMM 201 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| HHP 209 | First Aid and CPR | 2 |
| PSY 222 | Adolescent Development 1 | 3 |
| REL 203 | New Testament (may be double-dipped with requirement in church work program) | 3 |
| REL 227 | Youth Ministry: Theology and Practice | 3 |
| REL 229 | Religious Education of Youth and Adults 2 | 3 |
| REL 245 | Ministry Practicum (in youth ministry) | 3 |
| REL 327 | Family-based Youth Ministry | 3 |
| Total Hours | 23 | |
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Prerequisite PSY 101 General Psychology
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Lutheran teachers who have taken ED 2306 Teaching the Faith may take an outreach elective instead.
This major/minor is not permitted to share (overlap) any credits with the core curriculum, with a major, with a minor, or with a certificate per departmental policy unless otherwise specified in the curriculum.