Academic Programs
Foundations for Life - One Year Program (31 Credits)
The Foundations For Life program is designed as a foundational discipleship year, which will equip the student with a solid Biblical basis from which to pursue a career, vocational training, or university studies. The focus is on personal Christian growth, a foundational understanding of the Bible, and life application.
1st Semester | ||
| TH1023 | Approaching the Bible | 3 Credits |
| BI1013 | Pentateuch | 3 Credits |
| BI1113 | Synoptic Gospels | 3 Credits |
| TH1033 | Understanding the Bible | 3 Credits |
| CM1013 | Apologetics/Evangelism | 3 Credits |
2nd Semester | ||
| PR1033 | Freshmen Missions Practicum | 3 Credits |
| GE1023 | Spiritual Formation/Psalms | 3 Credits |
| BI1123 | Acts/Pauline Epistles | 3 Credits |
| TH1013 | Theology I: God & the Bible | 3 Credits |
| CM1023 | Ethics | 3 Credits |
| CM1041 | Introduction to Church Ministry | 1 Credit |
| TOTAL: | 31 Credits | |
Christian Ministry Diploma - Two Year Program (62 Credits)
Upon completion of the two year program requirements, students will receive a Christian Ministry Diploma. This program is designed for those who anticipate ministry in their local church or simply want a solid base for further vocational training. The focus is on knowledge of the Scriptures, appreciation for the local church, and skill development for church ministry.
Year One Requirements (2022/2023)
Students must have completed the courses required for the Foundations for Life Certificate in order to fulfill the requirements for this program.
NOTE: The course requirements for the first year of study in 2022/2023 were different than what is currently required, although the total program credits remain the same.
Second Year Requirements (31 credits)
The following are the requirements for a second year of study to complete the Christian Ministry Diploma:
| BI2013 | OT Historical Book I | 3 Credits |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Theology Core Study | 3 Credits | |
| GE2013 | Church History I | 3 Credits |
| GE3013 | Church History II | 3 Credits |
| PR2011 or PR2112 |
Student Ministry III Junior Extra Credit Ministry I |
1 Credit |
| PR2021 or PR2122 |
Student Ministry IV Junior Extra Credit Ministry II |
1 Credit |
| PR2033 | Outreach Missions Practicum | 3 Credits |
| Electives | 5 Credits | |
| Total Program Credits: | 62 Credits |
Bachelor of Christian Ministry - Three Year Program (95 Credits)
The Bachelor of Christian Ministry program offers an increasing degree of knowledge and leadership development as it builds onto the Christian Ministry Diploma courses (years 1 and 2). The program objectives are: a competent knowledge of Scripture, an attitude of servant leadership, and skill development for Christian ministry.
First & Second Year Requirements (62 credits)
Students will have completed the requirements for the Foundations for Life Certificate (31 credits) and the Christian Ministry Diploma (31 credits) in their first two years of study which will accumulate 62 credits.
Third Year - Bachelor of Christian Ministry Requirements (33 credits)
The following are the requirements for a third year of study to complete the Bachelor of Christian Ministry:
| BI3013 | OT Historical Books II | 3 Credits |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Theology Core Study | 3 Credits | |
| Ministry Study | 3 Credits | |
| CM3043 | Communicating the Bible |
3 Credits |
| PR3012 | Leadership Practicum I | 2 Credits |
| PR3022 -or- PR3123 |
Leadership Practicum II Senior Extra Credit Practicum |
2 Credits |
| Electives | 8 Credits | |
| Total Program Credits: | 95 Credits |
Note: the Bible Book, Ministry and Theology studies must be different from what was taken in the first and second years of study.
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies - Four Year Program (130 Credits)
This program is designed for those anticipating involvement in ministry, whether full-time or lay ministry, and in leadership roles. The student will be further equipped to understand and communicate God's Word, counsel and nurture others, and provide Christ-like leadership. This program will equip the student with sound Bible knowledge and provide a base for those wishing to pursue further studies.
First, Second, and Third Year Requirements (95 credits)
Students will have completed the requirements for the Foundations for Life Certificate (31 credits), the Christian Ministry Diploma (31 credits), and the Bachelor of Christian Ministry in their first three years of study which will accumulate 95 credits.
Fourth Year - Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies Requirements (35 credits)
In addition to the core requirements (i.e. excluding electives) for the Bachelor of Christian Ministry, the student will complete the following:
| Ministry Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 3 Credits | |
| PR40412 | Ministry Internship | 12 Credits |
| Electives | 11 Credits | |
| Total Program Credits: | 130 Credits |
Note: the Bible Book and Ministry studies must be different from what was taken in the first three years of study.
Deacon's Track Programs
Foundations for Life (Deacon's Track) - One Year Program (31 Credits)
The Deacon’s Track program is designed for those who might wrestle with meeting academic requirements in the original Foundations for Life program. These students take the same classes, but receive different syllabi. With tempered academic expectations and homework, Deacon’s Track students are then placed into local vocational settings for 10 hours a week to grow in practical life skills.
1st Semester |
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| TH1022 | Approaching the Bible | 2 Credits |
| BI1012 | Pentateuch | 2 Credits |
| BI1112 | Synoptic Gospels | 2 Credits |
| TH1032 | Understanding the Bible | 2 Credits |
| CM1012 | Apologetics/Evangelism | 2 Credits |
| PR1045 | Vocational Work I | 5 Credits |
2nd Semester |
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| PR1032 | Freshmen Missions Practicum | 2 Credits |
| GE1022 | Spiritual Formation/Psalms | 2 Credits |
| BI1122 | Acts/Pauline Epistles | 2 Credits |
| TH1012 | Theology I: God & the Bible | 2 Credits |
| CM1022 | Ethics | 2 Credits |
| CM1041 | Introduction to Church Ministry | 1 Credit |
| PR1055 | Vocational Work II | 5 Credits |
| TOTAL: | 31 Credits | |
Christian Ministry Diploma (Deacon's Track) - Two Year Program (62 Credits)
The Christian Ministry Diploma is also available as a Deacon’s Track.
Year One Requirements (2022/2023)
Students must have completed the courses required for the Foundations for Life Certificate - Deacon's Track in order to fulfill the requirements for this program.
NOTE: The course requirements for the first year of study in 2022/2023 were different than what is currently required, although the total program credits remain the same.
Second Year Requirements (31 credits)
The following are the requirements for a second year of study to complete the Christian Ministry Diploma:
| BI2012 | OT Historical Book I | 2 Credits |
| Bible Book Study | 2 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 2 Credits | |
| Bible Book Study | 2 Credits | |
| Theology Core Study | 2 Credits | |
| GE2012 | Church History I | 2 Credits |
| GE3012 | Church History II | 2 Credits |
| PR2011 | Student Ministry III | 1 Credit |
| PR2021 | Student Ministry IV | 1 Credit |
| PR2032 | Outreach Missions Practicum | 2 Credits |
| PR1065 | Vocational Work III | 5 Credits |
| PR1075 | Vocational Work IV | 5 Credits |
| Electives | 3 Credits | |
| Total Program Credits: | 62 Credits |
For more information see: https://nipawin.org/academics/deacons-program/.
Note: Due to the nature of the program, Deacon’s Track students do not qualify for GPA-based academic awards/distinctions.
2023-2024 Course Offerings
The following are the courses that are planned for 2023-2024.
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1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Approaching the Bible (module) |
Theology I: God and the Bible |
| Pentateuch | Ethics |
| Synoptic Gospels | Psalms & Spiritual Formation |
| Understanding the Bible | Acts/Pauline Epistles |
| Apologetics/Evangelism | Freshmen Missions Practicum |
| Introduction to Church Ministry | |
| Optional Elective | Optional Elective |
| Vocational Work I (Deacon's Track) | Vocational Work II (Deacon's Track) |
| 15 Credits | 16 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Historical Books I (module) |
Major Prophets I |
| Church History I | Church History II |
| Gospel & Letters of John | Theology III: Church & Last Things |
| Romans & Galatians | Outreach Missions Practicum |
| Elective I | Elective II |
| Student Ministry III | Student Ministry IV |
| Vocational Work III (Deacon's Track) | Vocational Work IV (Deacon's Track) |
| 16 Credits | 15 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Ministry Foundations (module) |
Communicating the Bible |
| Historical Books II | Theology III: Church & Last Things |
| Gospel & Letters of John | Major Prophets I |
| Romans & Galatians | Modular Elective |
| Elective I | Elective II |
| Leadership Practicum I | Leadership Practicum II |
| 17 Credits | 16 Credits |
|
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
| Ministry Foundations (module) | Major Prophets I |
| Gospel & Letters of John | Elective II |
| Romans & Galatians | Elective III |
| Elective I | Modular Elective |
| Ministry Internship | Ministry Internship |
| 18 Credits | 17 Credits |
| 1st Semester | 2nd Semester |
| On Prayer | Parables of Jesus |
| Ministry In The Marketplace | The Holy Spirit |
| Biblical Greek I | Biblical Greek II |
| Freshmen Extra Credit Ministry I | Freshmen Extra Credit Ministry II |
| Junior Extra Credit Ministry I | Junior Extra Credit Ministry II |
| Senior Extra Credit Practicum | |
| Guided Reading Study (Independent Study) | Guided Reading Study (Independent Study) |
| Piano lessons offered both semesters |
Freshmen Ministry Practicum
Outreach Ministry Practicum
Introduction to Bible Translation