Valor Christian College

Associate in Interdisciplinary Studies

The Associate in Interdisciplinary Studies is a 65 semester hour program. Students may complete this program at their own rate of progress. Most students, however, complete this program in two years. This program is appropriate for those who desire to obtain a general knowledge of Biblical and theological studies and practical application of various forms of Christian service and leadership. The Associate in Interdisciplinary Studies allows students to navigate their own course of study between choosing Biblical and Pastoral Ministry electives.

Upon satisfactory completion of the Associate in Interdisciplinary Studies, the graduate should be able to:

Analyze and integrate general and biblical knowledge into a fundamental worldview.
Demonstrate a competency in general education subjects.
Attain and comprehend a general knowledge of the contents of the Bible.
Acquire a broad understanding of the Church and its mission.
Apply practical disciplines to areas of individual interests.

Total Required Courses = 65 Credit Hours

General Education – 17 credit hours
CM 201 Fundamentals of Speech 2 hrs.
EN 101 English Composition I 3 hrs.
EN 102 English Composition II 3 hrs.
H1 101/103 Church History I or II 3 hrs.
SO 202 Marriage and Family 3 hrs.
PS 100 General Psychology 3 hrs.

Biblical Studies – 15 credit hours
BI 101 Old Testament History 3 hrs.
BI 102 New Testament History 3 hrs.
BI 106 Basics of Hermeneutics 2 hrs.
BI 201 Life of Christ 2 hrs.
BI 202 Acts 3 hrs.
BI 223 Pentateuch 2 hrs.

Applied Ministries – 12 credit hours
PM 103 Christian Ethics 3 hrs.
PM 104 Spiritual Formation 3 hrs.
EV 101 Introduction to Evangelism 3 hrs.
CE 202 Introduction to Christian Education 3 hrs.

Electives - 21 credit hours