The Youth Ministry/Religious Education major is particularly useful for students interested in ordained ministry, Christian education, youth work, program coordination, or other church-related vocations.
The Youth MinistryTrack focuses on ministry with junior high and high school students
The Religious Education Track has a broader focus including children, youth, and adults.
Coursework is tailored to reflect the track and the student’s interest area.
An Internship is required in the junior or senior year to gain hands-on experience.
Required courses for all youth ministry/religious education majors
COURSE NUMBER/LEVEL
TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
REL 1001
Orientation to Religious Studies
1
REL 2023
Methods of Scriptural Interpretation
3
REL 3233
United Methodist Studies
3
REL 3813
Nature & Work of Christian Education
3
REL 4603
Leadership in Christian Education
3
REL 4613
The Bible in Ministry
3
REL 4703
Theology in Ministry
3
REL 4803
Capstone
3
REL 4981
Internship in Religion (two semesters)
2
One 3000-4000 level course in each of the following areas (9 hours)
