Online Christian Worldview Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Science Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Studies (non-licensure with 5th year MAT option) from Liberty University Online will equip you with the specialized knowledge, insight, and skills you need to achieve your goals and succeed in your career. Liberty Online’s program approaches the discipline of education from a Christian perspective to provide you with a firm foundational understanding of elementary educational development and behavior.

After completing the Bachelor of Science degree, you may choose to continue for a 5th year to earn licensure in elementary education through the MAT.

An online degree in pre-teacher preparation will give you the opportunity to practice educational planning by creating lesson plans and units. Courses teach you to evaluate educational methods and interventions such as differentiated learning and direct instruction. You will also explore current educational trends practiced in today’s private and public schools, while gaining insight into the development and influence of a Christian worldview in elementary education.

The B.S. Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Studies provides an educational foundation that can help you become a teacher candidate in a graduate education program. The program expands upon the theories and methodology of Christian education that will assist those who will work in Christian schools, churches, and the home.

After completing the program, you will be eligible for a teaching certificate from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) by submitting the form below. It will also prepare you for our MAT elementary licensure program.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed high school or its foreign equivalent.They must have above a 2.0 cumulative combined GPA for all accredited colleges attended or for high school.

International Applicants
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If you are an International applicant,following English language test should be required

TOEFL for international, non-English speaking candidates (score of 500 paper-based test, 173 computer-based test or 60 internet-based test)

Other Fees

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Regent's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program—the first public/nonprofit management program rooted in a Christian worldview—is designed for those called to managerial and leadership careers in public service. The MPA in Emergency Management & Homeland Security program prepares pre-service and experienced students for rewarding careers in one of the most important governmental management and policy arenas. Emergency management and homeland security specialists are essential stakeholders for enhancing the safety and security of our nation from the broad spectrum of natural and man-induced threats and hazards. The MPA in Emergency Management & Homeland Security provides students with the foundational and advanced competencies for success in leadership, management and analytical positions at the local, state or federal levels.

MPA in Emergency Management & Homeland Security graduates will be able to:

- Study the impact of Judeo-Christian values in U.S. political history, structures of the U.S. Government and the influential thinkers who guided the U.S. experiment.

- Study the components of a Christian worldview, and compare these components to the philosophical underpinnings of competing worldviews.

- Explore the Constitution and other dynamics of the political history of the U.S., including the leadership provided by the presidency and Congress.

- Explore the inner workings of political campaigns and elections and engage in practical experiences in the political domain.

- Explore contemporary and classical economic theory and the interplay of government and markets in developed and less developed nations.

- Analyze, from a theoretical and practical viewpoint, local, state and national legislative processes and the role of the Executive Branch at these levels in implementing policies and laws.

- Examine key policies germane to national security and terrorism issues.

- Study global politics, and specifically the history, politics, and religions in the Middle East.

- Develop and enhance key analytical and critical reasoning skills, tools and techniques in governmental and nonprofit leadership, policy and management.

- Cultivate servant leadership principles in a broad range of governmental settings.

Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Master of Public Administration must possess an earned undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent degree from a foreign university.

International applicants
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For international students in which English is not the primary language of their country, either the TOEFL®, PTE Academic® or the IELTS® exam must be taken to demonstrate one's effectiveness with the English language.

TOEFL

Computer-based - 233
Internet-based - 90
Paper-based - 577

PTE - 61
IELTS - 7

Other Fees

Technology Fee - $250 per semester

Library Course - $50 one-time fee

Academic Writing Course - $530 one-time fee

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Regent's Bachelor of Arts in English degree program at our Virginia Beach university campus offers a comprehensive study of words and how they work in writing, language, and literature.

Through a range of study in the English language and literature, students have the opportunity to grow in an understanding and appreciation for the good, the true, and the beautiful. They can explore and interact with human nature as created by God and human experience as expressed in writing. They also have the opportunity to better understand and articulate their own Christian worldview by cultivating their ability to understand well, reason well, communicate well, and empathize deeply.

An English degree prepares students for a variety of careers by developing their skills in reading, writing, and thinking—skills that employers around the world are always looking for. At the same time, it also allows them the opportunity to grow in their love and understanding of God, themselves, and the world that can prepare them for a life of leadership and service.

Regent University English majors will take a range of courses in British and American literature, and they may choose from a number of cognates and emphasis areas that will allow them to move forward on their individual academic and professional paths.

Entry Requirements

Current high school seniors or students age 22 or younger with less than 15 transferable college credits are eligible for this program.

International applicants
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For international students in which English is not the primary language of their country, either the TOEFL®, PTE Academic® or the IELTS® exam must be taken to demonstrate one's effectiveness with the English language.

TOEFL

Computer-based - 233
Internet-based - 90
Paper-based - 577

PTE - 61
IELTS - 7

Other Fees

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Regent's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program—the first public/nonprofit management program rooted in a Christian worldview—is designed for those called to managerial and leadership careers in public service. The MPA in General Public Administration program provides students with the flexibility to tailor a program of study congruent with their interests and career goals. Students select elective courses approved by their program advisor.

MPA in General Public Administration graduates will be able to:

- Study the impact of Judeo-Christian values in U.S. political history, structures of the U.S. Government and the influential thinkers who guided the U.S. experiment.

- Study the components of a Christian worldview, and compare these components to the philosophical underpinnings of competing worldviews.

- Explore the Constitution and other dynamics of the political history of the U.S., including the leadership provided by the presidency and Congress.

- Explore the inner workings of political campaigns and elections and engage in practical experiences in the political domain.

- Explore contemporary and classical economic theory and the interplay of government and markets in developed and less developed nations.

- Analyze, from a theoretical and practical viewpoint, local, state and national legislative processes and the role of the Executive Branch at these levels in implementing policies and laws.

- Examine key policies germane to national security and terrorism issues.

- Study global politics, and specifically the history, politics, and religions in the Middle East.

- Develop and enhance key analytical and critical reasoning skills, tools and techniques in governmental and nonprofit leadership, policy and management.

- Cultivate servant leadership principles in a broad range of governmental settings.

Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Master of Public Administration must possess an earned undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent degree from a foreign university.

International applicants
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For international students in which English is not the primary language of their country, either the TOEFL®, PTE Academic® or the IELTS® exam must be taken to demonstrate one's effectiveness with the English language.

TOEFL

Computer-based - 233
Internet-based - 90
Paper-based - 577

PTE - 61
IELTS - 7

Other Fees

Technology Fee - $250 per semester

Library Course - $50 one-time fee

Academic Writing Course - $530 one-time fee

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration at CCU equips you with an excellent understanding of health care and crucial practical skills to lead others. Since all courses are taught from a Christian worldview, you'll also gain opportunities to discuss and grapple with pressing issues in health care today – including ethical considerations, quality of life issues, and personal interactions. All instructors are professionals within the field of health care, and they will prepare you with the latest information in this fast-changing discipline.

You'll be trained in a wide array of health care topics. Knowledge in statistics and informatics will help you meet patient needs; understanding of the latest laws and regulations affecting health care, and fiscal concerns affecting efficient delivery of health care, will enable you to serve more effectively. You'll also become adept at leading and managing others, because health care is, at its core, about people.

Health Care Administration Bachelor's Degree Program Benefits
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The health care administration field, expected to grow by 22% by 2020, offers an extensive range of job possibilities in local clinics, long-term care facilities, and hospitals -- all positions where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others.

The program is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.

Students take one course at a time with classroom-based courses meeting one night a week for five weeks.

Students can choose to complete the coursework online.

Online courses typically run for five weeks and weekly assignments may be completed around your schedule.
Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.

Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.

Entry Requirements

CCU sets test scores and grade point averages as our minimum level of acceptance for traditional undergraduate students. Normally, the minimum requirements for admission are:

2.8 High School GPA;
21 ACT composite scoreor1500 SAT score;
A strong spiritual recommendation; and
Application essay responses

Students who do not meet these minimum requirements are encouraged to apply and the University will consider their application under a committee review process which may include a personal interview. Factors such as essay content, recommendation content, and extracurricular activity all contribute to an individual admission decision.

International Student Requirements
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As an international student, you must meet regular entrance requirements and follow standard application procedures. In addition, you will need to demonstrate the ability to understand college-level English. All non-native English speaking undergraduate students must achieve a minimum score of 550 or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

If you are admitted on a student visa you must be enrolled for at least twelve semester hours of credit. In order to work off campus, international students must meet with the International Student Coordinator at CCU to obtain permission from the United States Immigration authorities. International students may be eligible for institutional financial aid and awards, but are not eligible for federal financial aid.

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