Jun 16, 2024  
2019-2020 Academic Bulletin 
    
2019-2020 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Physical Therapy - Professional & Post-Professional

  
  • PTH 697 - Independent Learning Contract

    Credits: 2
    The student, working with their advisor and following degree/course guidelines, will develop an independent 40-hour learning contract with a qualified clinical specialist to facilitate intensive focused clinical training in a field of study of their choosing.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 700 - Scholarly Writing & Research

    Credits: 2
    This course is dedicated to the development of doctoral quality writing skills through guided practice of writing a literature review for a scientific paper in preparation for publishing work. This is a degree orientation course, which includes introduction to the degree(s), being oriented to the James White Library, including endnote training and instruction to the APTA Guide to Physical Therapy Practice.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 705 - Lifespan Considerations in Women’s Health

    Credits: 1
    Pertinent physiological, psychosocial, and biological milestones will be addressed through childhood, adolescence, early-, middle- and late adulthood. This will lead to improved understanding of normal development and aging, as well as special considerations for wellness, athletes and emerging health conditions for various life stages.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 707 - Principles of Contemporary Leadership in Women’s Health

    Credits: 3
    This course serves as a foundational exploration of personal and organizational leadership to empower women at various stages of their healthcare careers to succeed in leadership positions, transforming organizations and positively impacting health outcomes. The following topics in women’s leadership are included: theory and application of complexity sciences to organizational management; examination and application of leadership styles; developing talent in others to expand opportunities for women’s growth; dynamic and persuasive communication; harnessing social media to promote healthcare leadership goals; emotional intelligence; building and leading teams; and negotiating difficult conversations. Additional content focused specifically on the needs of women and their relevance to leadership in women’s health include: Epidemiology; Population health-focused screening; Telehealth/Digital health; Health Policy; Global WH issues; Nutrition; and Self-care.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 708 - Post Operative Mangement of Common Orthopedic Surgeries

    Credits: 2
    This course covers the surgical techniques, guidelines for acute postoperative management and principles needed to safely design a rehabilitation program which will enable the patient to return to their previous level of function.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    Term Offering: fall
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 709 - Evidence Based Orthopedic Clinical Practice: A Research Review

    Credits: 2
    This course covers an up-to-date understanding of evidence supporting the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic pathologies. Keys to a working knowledge of contemporary research methodology and design along with the ability to analyze results of published studies from the perspective of statistical analysis will be presented.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 711 - Musculoskeletal Clinical Reasoning

    Credits: 1
    A course intended to enhance the skills associated with clinical reasoning within the Physical Therapy setting. It will address the thought process that enters into every aspect of patient care in the practice of physical therapy, from the history to the physical exam; the differential diagnosis to the development of the prognosis; the plan of intervention to the eventual discharge.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): Correquisite: PTH 721 .
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 712 - Neuromuscular Clinical Reasoning

    Credits: 1
    A continuation of PTH 711 Musculoskeletal Clinical Reasoning.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): PTH 722 .
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 711 .
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 713 - Women, Health and Human Rights

    Credits: 1
    This course provides fundamental instruction in human rights, the human right to health, and explores the meaning of applying a human rights framework to healthcare. It further applies these concepts to the experience of women and girls, addressing gender equity, gender-based violence, maternal health, and education.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 714 - Pregnancy and Postpartum

    Credits: 2
    Biopsychosocial case-based approach to maternal health for the physical therapist, from preconception through postpartum for low- and high- risk populations. Course will include current evidence and practice guidelines, physicalexamination, integrative interventions and wellness. 2-3 days on-campus to include additional lecture, lab, and small group work

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 716 - Clinical Pharmacology

    Credits: 2
    Develops a non-prescriptive knowledge of specific medications including indications, contraindications, precautions, adverse reactions, and dosage, especially as related to physiological effects of physical therapy interventions.  

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 721 - Musculoskeletal Clinical Reasoning Laboratory

    Credits: 1
    A continuation of PTH 711. Labs are designed to reinforce specific skills (evaluative or therapeutic) applicable to each lecture topic.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): PTH 711 .
    Schedule Type: Lab
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 722 - Neuromuscular Clinical Reasoning Laboratory

    Credits: 1
    A continuation of PTH 721 Neuromuscular Clinical Reasoning Laboratory.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Corequisite(s): PTH 712 .
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 721 .
    Schedule Type: Lab
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 723 - Pain Science and Persistent Pelvic Pain in Women’s Health

    Credits: 2
    Differential diagnosis and intervention of complex pelvic pain syndromes. The current evedence in pain science application to the pelvic region including examination, differential diagnosis of peripheral vs. central mediated pain algorithms and intervention techniques specific to this population. Includes 1 day on-campus lab

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 724 - Surgical and Oncological Considerations in Women’s Health

    Credits: 1
    Anatomical and physiological changes leading to and resulting from surgery specific to females due to oncological and other diagnoses. Presentation of the pre and post-operative course of common women’s health conditions including the examination and intervention of post-surgical sequela including tissue changes, lymphedema and wellness.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 726 - Geriatrics

    Credits: 2
    Study of the unique characteristics of the geriatric patient, especially the physiological, psychological and social aspects, related to special needs in the physical therapy assessment, plan of care, and intervention.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 732 - Clinical Research

    Credits: 2
    This course provides an introduction to clinical research methods.  Course content includes: formulating a research question, defining variables, designing the study, instrumentation, validity and reliability of measurement and design, data collection procedures, basic data analysis, and ethical and legal responsibilities of the researcher.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 733 - NAIOMT Level I: Introduction to Fundamentals of Orthopedic

    Credits: 3
    Manual Therapy & Differential Diagnosis Appropriate skills in basic and objective selective tissue examination necessary for generating a provisional differential diagnosis of spinal dysfunction. Signs, symptoms, pathology, and management of common spinal pathologies are reviewed. Selective tissue tensioning techniques for the peripheral joints are introduced. Cyriax’s principles are presented.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 734 - NAIOMT Level II: Intermediate Upper Quadrant

    Credits: 3
    A comprehensive biomechanical and anatomical review of the upper thoracic, upper and lower cervical spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Specific biomechanical assessment of each area is taught along with appropriate and effective treatment techniques for common injuries and mechanical dysfunctions.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 736 - Psychosocial Issues in Healthcare

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to psychosocial responses to illness and disability, especially the interpersonal relationships between the therapist, the family and the patient. Common psychiatric disorders are discussed along with their clinical diagnosis, treatment regimes, projected outcomes and methods for handling these responses in clinical situations.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 738 - NAIOMT Level II: Intermediate Lower Quadrant

    Credits: 3
    A comprehensive biomechanical and anatomical review of the lower thoracic and lumbar spines, the hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Specific biomechanical assessment of each area is taught along with appropriate and effective treatment techniques for common injuries and dysfunctions.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 741 - Physiological Basis for Exercise Prescription: Level I

    Credits: 3
    Using the system of Medical Exercise Therapy founded by Odvar Holten, this course covers the physiological basis for exercise prescription specifically related to the healing process. Testing strategies, formulas for exercise dosing and equipment conducive to this approach will be presented along with computer software developed to assist dosage and patient tracking.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 742 - Level II Practical Exam

    Credits: 0
    This oral practical examination allows the student to demonstrate proficiency in the Level I and Level II NAIOMT coursework.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 743 - Health Promotion and Wellness

    Credits: 3
    An exploration of the role of the physical therapist in teaching, learning and leadership in the classroom, clinical setting and community. Examination and application of education theory and skills. Analysis and application of prevention, health promotion, wellness and fitness for individuals, groups and communities. Identification of personal strengths and preferred leadership styles, and applications of personal and interpersonal principles of leadership.  Synthesis of the role of Physical Therapist’s in teaching, learning and leadership through design and integration of a community assessment and prevention of disability service project.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 744 - Principles of Contemporary Leadership

    Credits: 3
    Theory and application of complexity sciences to organizational management; exploration of key leadership roles and changing paradigms; presentation of methods to maximize personal and professional life.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 746 - NAIOMT: Thoracic Spine

    Credits: 2
    Lecture/lab course studying the thoracic spine as a source of spinal dysfunction. Emphasis is placed on a biomechanical model for detailed examination and treatment of the thoracic spine and costovertebral dysfunction.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 748 - Educational Techniques for Health Care Professionals

    Credits: 2
    Examines and applies educational theory to skills utilized by the physical therapist in the classroom, community, and clinical facility. Topics include the educational role of the physical therapist, the taxonomies of learning, learning styles, multiple intelligence, and educational technology.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 750 - Professional Communication & Consulting

    Credits: 2
    An introduction to the integration of the physical therapist as consultant. Discussion will include applying physical therapy consultation services to individuals, business, schools, government agencies and/or other organizations.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 752 - NAIOMT Level III: Advanced Lower Quadrant

    Credits: 3
    Builds on the techniques learned in Level II and helps the student understand the kinetic chain interrelationships in the lower quadrant. Presents advanced biomechanical tests and treatment and includes the sacroiliac and pubic joints. Discusses the integration of examination and treatment techniques.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 738  
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 753 - Level I Clinical Reasoning Tutorial

    Credits: 1
    Learn how to effectively and safely examine the lumbopelvic and cervical spine utilizing case based instruction. Enhance your ability to recognize clinical presentation that may indicate serious pathology, and gain the confidence to ensure your patient is within the scope of physical therapy practice. Through critical thinking combined with evidenced base practice techniques,  apply the knowledge of pain science and behaviors, with biomechanics, anatomy and physiology to develop the proper evaluation and management techniques to restore optimal function in your patients.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 755 - Female Sexual Health and Function

    Credits: 1
    This course adopts an evidence-based and sex-positive approach to the understanding of female sexual health and function and exploring the role of the physical therapist in meaningful care related to this topic.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 757 - NAIOMT Level III: Advanced Upper Quadrant

    Credits: 3
    Builds on the techniques learned in Level II and helps the student understand the kinetic chain interrelationships of the upper quadrant. Integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be casual or contributory. Advanced techniques are demonstrated along with new material on temporo-mandibular-joint material and peripheral manipulation skills.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 734  
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 762 - NAIOMT Advanced Clinical Reasoning

    Credits: 2
    This course helps the student integrate the clinical reasoning from the Level I through Level III series of NAIOMT courses.  Using case based instruction, data from the subjective examination and selective tissue tensioning exam will be analyzed to arrive at a reasonable differential diagnosis.  Clinical reasoning of treatment selection will also be integrated into this class.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 763 - Level II Lower Clinical Reasoning Tutorial

    Credits: 1
    Learn how to effectively and safely examine the lumbar spine, functional hip, knee and talocrual and subtalar joint utilizing case based instruction. Enhance your ability to recognize clinical presentation that may indicate serious pathology, and gain the confidence to ensure your patient is within the scope of physical therapy practice. Through critical thinking combined with evidenced base practice techniques, apply the knowledge of functional biomechanics, anatomy and physiology to develop the proper evaluation and management techniques to restore optimal function in your patients.  Specific lumbar traction as well as lower extremity manipulations will be introduced, in case based questions, requiring proper acknowledgement of indications and contraindications to manual techniques.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 764 - Physiological Basis for Exercise Prescription: Level II

    Credits: 3
    Advanced clinical reasoning and application for precision therapeutic exercise design, dosing, and delivery.  Topics: hand-held dynamometry, exercise design, optimal improvement, 4 outcome domains, lower quadrant, spine

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 741  
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 765 - Ethical & Legal Issues in Healthcare

    Credits: 1
    Contemporary ethical issues are explored, including the relationships among peers, superiors, subordinates, institutions, clients, and patients. Illustrations include actual cases related to Christian biblical principles.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 768 - Professional Compendium

    Credits: 1
    Summarization of previous or added learning experiences relative to contemporary issues in physical therapy. An overview of the new graduate’s role and responsibility to his/her patients and their families, employer, and community in the expanding physical therapy profession.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 770 - Practical Comprehensive Examination

    Credits: 0
    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 773 - Level II Upper Clinical Reasoning Tutorial

    Credits: 1
    Learn how to effectively and safely examine the cervical spine, functional shoulder, elbow and hand utilizing case based instruction. Enhance your ability to recognize clinical presentation that may indicate serious pathology, and gain the confidence to ensure your patient is within the scope of physical therapy practice. Through critical thinking combined with evidenced base practice techniques, apply the knowledge of functional biomechanics, anatomy and physiology to develop the proper evaluation and management techniques to restore optimal function in your patients.  Specific cervical joint mobilization as well as upper extremity manipulations will be introduced, in case based questions, requiring proper acknowledgement of indications and contraindications to manual techniques.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 774 - Physiological Basis for Exercise Prescription: Level III

    Credits: 1
    Mastery of the application of precision therapeutic exercise design, dosing, and delivery is demonstrated through a comprehensive theoretical exam and a lab-based oral practical with clinical discussion derived from case studies submitted by the student.  Upon satisfactory completion, Certified Manual Exercise Therapist (CMET) credential is awarded.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite PTH 741  ,PTH 764   Phsyiological Basis for Exercise Prescription: Level II
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 775 - Advanced Gastrointestinal Health and Dysfunction

    Credits: 2
    A comprehensive approach to gastrointestinal disorders including bowel and digestion dysfunction.  This approach allows for the consideration of management of multiple factors including nutritional, psychosocial, medical-surgical decisions, and physical therapy examination/intervention advanced intervention.  A multifactorial approach can often lead to improved management of this complex patient as a varied intervention approach may be required to be successful.  A comprehensive understanding of the physiology and symptom manifestation can improve the ability to develop a comprehensive intervention strategy tailored to each patient’s needs throughout the episode of care. Includes 1 day on-campus lab.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 788 - Research Project Continuation

    Credits: 0
    Students register for this continuation course while completing their capstone project and not enrolled in other program courses.This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration which includes library privileges and access to an advisor. Requires advisor approval.

    Course/Lab Fee: Yes
    Course Attribute: Full-time status

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/o ‘I’ (S,U,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 790 - Topics in __________

    Credits: 1–12
    Selected topics in physical therapy.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): Specific prerequisites may be required for some subject areas.
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 799 - Research Project (topic)

    Credits: 1–4
    Provides students with guidelines and supervision for data collection, analysis, capstone project preparation and oral presentation.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 818 - Clinical Screening & Differential Diagnosis

    Credits: 3
    Knowledge and clinical skills designed for screening patients for medical conditions. Differential diagnosis is addressed through comparison of systematic signs and symptoms. Appropriate diagnostic tests which may indicate involvement of a problem outside the scope of PT practice are addressed. Enhances professional communication with other healthcare practitioners included in the referral process.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 830 - Medical Diagnostics

    Credits: 2
    Addresses imaging, body chemistry values and data derived from musculoskeletal, neurologic, vascular, cardiac and pulmonary testing with the purpose of understanding the disease process. Application of knowledge will determine differential diagnoses.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 835 - Holistic Care in Physical Therapy

    Credits: 1
    This course will give the physical therapist a method of analysis and a wealth of practical information to evaluate more than just mechanical factors that affect pain, symptoms and disease progression.  Application of this material will allow the therapist to be more effective with the same number of physical therapy visits.  This course will provide the knowledge and skill needed to bring confidence in treating more complex patients and patients that do not respond to mechanical treatment only. Course content includes functional medicine, chronic pain physiology, traumatic brain injury and post-Concussion Syndrome, and other challenging dysfunctions physical therapists treat in the complex patient.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 836 - Medical Screening & Clinical Differential Diagnosis

    Credits: 2
    Knowledge and clinical skills designed for screening patients for medical conditions. Differential diagnosis is addressed through comparison of systematic signs and symptoms.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 840 - Advanced Topics in Clinical Research

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to prepare students to match research questions with study design, perform the appropriate statistical analysis, and report results.  Students use SPSS to run descriptive and inferential statistics including measures of central tendency and variability of a frequency distribution as well as tests of difference or relationship: t-tests, ANOVAs, correlations, regression analysis, Chi-square and non-parametric equivalents.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 845 - COMT Practical Comprehensive Examination

    Credits: 0
    The scope of the COMT examination includes the depth and breadth of the NAIOMT core-course curricula. The COMT examination will focus on clinical reasoning and the quadrant inter-relationships. Testing content will include mobilization/ manipulation (thrust) to joint and soft tissue techniques to all parts of appendicular/extremity and axial/spinal skeleton, in addition to shoulder and pelvic girdles and temporomandibular joint. 

    Course/Lab Fee: Yes
    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to registering for the COMT Practical Comprehensive Examination, students must successfully complete NAIOMT Levels I-IV and the CMPT exam.
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 846 - Integration of Spirituality in Health Care

    Credits: 2,3
    This course provides a discussion of personal spiritual values including how faith and spirituality facilitate the healing process and how these values can be incorporated into patient care.  Attention will be given to discerning and addressing the spiritual needs of the patients/clients, family members, and ancillary medical staff in a professional environment.  Information is presented from a Christian perspective with the intent to understand worldviews.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 848 - NAIOMT Level IV: High Velocity Manipulation

    Credits: 3
    Instructs the student on the indications and contra-indications, as well as the safe and effective application of spinal, pelvic, and costal manipulation techniques.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): PTH 757   and PTH 752  
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 850 - NAIOMT Supervised Clinical Practice

    Credits: 1–4
    Using a 3-to1 model, students will be required to do a minimum of 60 supervised clinical hours applying hands-on techniques with patients under the supervision of a certified NAIOMT clinical instructor, FAAOMPT, or other approved instructors. These hours can be split up into two 30-hour blocks, or other increments as agreed upon by the student and CI. No less than 15 hours can be registered for at any given time.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits
    Schedule Type: Practicum
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 860 - Applications in Clinical Research

    Credits: 2
    This course provides an in-depth review of study designs and serves to develop researchers’ skills in evaluating both quantitative and qualitative research.  Information is presented on grant writing and IRB application as well as disseminating completed research projects through manuscript, poster, and oral presentation.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Interactive Online
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 880 - PT Seminar

    Credits: 1
    Preparation of a personal portfolio, assessment of the clinical experiences and preparation for professional licensure.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Seminar
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 890 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1–4
    Individualized study and/or research in a specialized area under the guidance of an instructor. Permission from the department chair required prior to registration.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable up to 8 credits
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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  • PTH 898 - Dissertation Project

    Credits: 1–10
    Serves as an essential outcome component to augment the professional development and new learning that occurs in didactic course work of the post-professional doctoral degree and demonstrates the ability of the DPT/DScPT to make significant contributions to the profession and/or serve as a change agent in the field of physical therapy.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    College Code: CHHS


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Religion - Biblical Studies

  
  • RELB 111 - Introduction to the Old Testament

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the writings and theology of the Old Testament within their near eastern cultural, geographical, and historical backgrounds.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 112 - Introduction to the New Testament

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the writings and theology of the New Testament within their Jewish and Greco-Roman cultural, geographical, and historical backgrounds.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 210 - Jesus in His Time and Ours

    Credits: 3
    Details the mission, the message and the meaning of Jesus Christ for His day and for ours. What is it about the Christian story that captured the attention of so much of world history? Also examines the connection between Christ’s first Advent and His second. May be taught with specific emphasis on one of the four gospels.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 216 - Law and Writings of the Old Testament

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the Pentateuch and the “Writings” (historical books, Psalms, and Wisdom literature). May be taught with specific emphasis on a particular book or theme.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 230 - Biblical Prayers

    Credits: 3
    Readings of biblical prayers as part of divine-human dialogue, assessing their significance for theology as well as for personal spiritual life. A study of the way prayers help to characterize both God and human beings in various types of biblical literature, and reflections of the role of prayer in the life of believers today.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 235 - Apocalyptic and Biblical Prophecy

    Credits: 3
    A study of the meaning for the 21st century of biblical apocalyptic prophecy, describing the principles of reading and applying biblical prophecy in a modern world, comparing it with other modes of prophecy and prediction in the present culture, and assessing its relevance in view of modern global challenges. Does not count toward a Religion and Theology major.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 245 - Hermeneutics

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the presuppositions beneath various interpretive approaches to the biblical text and application of the principles of interpretation to texts representing the various genres of the Old and New Testaments.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 274 - Prophetic Writings of the Old Testament

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the prophets of the Old Testament and their writings. May be taught with specific emphasis on a particular book or theme.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 304 - Studies in Daniel

    Credits: 3
    Study of the background, content, and construction of these biblical books with emphasis upon the interpretation of prophecy, apocalyptic imagery and symbols.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 305 - Studies in Revelation

    Credits: 3
    Study of the background, content, and construction of these biblical books with emphasis upon the interpretation of prophecy, apocalyptic imagery and symbols.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 335 - Acts and Epistles

    Credits: 3
    Brief introduction to principles of New Testament interpretation; a study of Acts, the Pauline Epistles, Hebrews, and the General Epistles. Research paper may be required. May be taught with specific emphasis on a particular book or theme.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 406 - Studies in Daniel and Revelation

    Credits: 3
    Study of the background, content, and construction of these biblical books with emphasis upon the interpretation of prophecy, apocalyptic imagery and symbols.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 416 - Advanced Study in Law and Writings

    Credits: 3
    Focused on a particular book or on themes in the law and writings of the Old Testament. Includes exegesis. Research paper required.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s):   and  
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELB 474 - Advanced Study in Old Testament Prophets

    Credits: 3
    Focused on a particular book or on themes in the prophetic writings of the Old Testament. Includes exegesis. Research paper required.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite/Corequisite:   and  
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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Religion - General

  
  • RELG 110 - Global Adventism and Cross-Cultural Service

    Credits: 3
    A study of the Seventh-day Adventist Church as a global movement. Emphasis is on the interaction between mission, theology, organization, and culture in the 21st century.

    Lecture/Lab: Weekly: 3 lectures
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 160 - Topics in Religion

    Credits: 1–3
    Designed to add flexibility to the department offerings and to meet diverse student needs. Consult the class schedule for the current topic.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 225 - Foundations of Missions

    Credits: 3
    An undergraduate religion course which explores the theology and practice of missions. The objective of the course is to understand God’s mission in our world and to experience personal involvement in that mission. A long-term goal of the course is to create an experience through which God can inspire students to a lifetime of service and missions. The class experience includes intensive short-term missions exposure by means of a class tour. Note: Student missionaries are required to take a different missions course: RELP 325 - Preparation for Mission Service.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 248 - Workshop

    Credits: 1–3
    Provides flexibility for the occasional workshop where it is appropriate to offer religion credit. Workshop requirements must be approved by the department.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Workshop
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 350 - World Religions

    Credits: 3
    Explores major world views and religious traditions and their fundamental teachings, beliefs, and practices. Considers each major religion’s analysis of basic human problems and the proposed solutions. Students learn to respect and understand diverse beliefs and practices. Taught from a Christian perspective, the course seeks to explore common ground and challenges between Christianity and the major world religions.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 360 - Topics in Religion

    Credits: 1–3
    Designed to add flexibility to the department offerings and to meet diverse student needs. Consult the class schedule for the current topic. This course qualifies for a deferred grade when it requires research.

    Course Attribute: Service course

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 378 - Study Tour:

    Credits: 0
    Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. Religion and theology majors may apply up to 6 elective credits of classes taken on study tours toward their major if preapproved by department.

    Course/Lab Fee: Yes
    Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 380H - Honors in Religion (topic specified)

    Credits: 1–3
    Readings and seminar observations on various topics. Area of study announced in advance.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELG 496 - Special Projects in Religion

    Credits: 1–3
    By special permission of the Department of Religion & Biblical Languages.

    Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Independent
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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Religion - History

  
  • RELH 316 - History of the Christian Church I

    Credits: 3
    Surveys the internal and external developments and conflicts which Christianity has experienced in time and space from the time of Christ up to the Reformation. Special attention given to those developments that relate to Seventh-day Adventist theological heritage.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): HIST 117  or permission of instructor. Not applicable to the General Education requirements in religion nor a major in religion.
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELH 317 - History of the Christian Church II

    Credits: 3
    Surveys the history of the church from the Protestant Reformation to current time. Special attention is given to the Protestant Reformation, the Catholic counter-reformation, Puritanism, Rationalism, Evangel-icalism, the rise of modern denominations, the world-wide mission expansion, and ecumenism.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s): HIST 118  or permission of instructor. Not applicable to the GE requirements in religion.
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELH 400 - SDA History and Prophetic Heritage

    Credits: 3,4
    An investigation of the background, rise, and development of the Seventh-day Adventist church in America and the world from its beginning until the present with special attention given to the historical role, ministry and writings of Ellen White. Theology majors take the class for 4 credits, Religion majors for 3 credits.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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Religion - Professional & Applied Studies

  
  • RELP 105 - Introduction to Pastoral Service

    Credits: 1
    An introduction for ministerial students to the various components of the pastoral calling and practicum. Open only to Theology majors.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 200 - Religion Forum

    Credits: 0
    A weekly seminar giving instruction in the many aspects of ministering in churches. Required of all theology/religion majors. Students must register for this class each semester in residence.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W)
    Repeatable: Repeatable
    Schedule Type: Practicum
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 235 - Christianity in a World Context

    Credits: 2
    An introduction to the status and role of Christianity and mission worldwide. Includes a brief history of Christian mission, current facts about mission needs, Christian and mission relationships to world religions, political ideologies, national development, and non-Western cultures.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 240 - Personal Witnessing

    Credits: 2,3
    Acquaintance with the dynamics of Christian witnessing in the neighborhood, at work, and in the friend-to-friend approach of personal Bible study. Christ’s example of witnessing is highlighted.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Blended Learning, Seminar, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 325 - Preparation for Mission Service

    Credits: 2
    An orientation to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for successful student mission service. This class is required for all student missionaries (SMs). The course includes aspects of the entire student missionary experience including: preparation (before going), in-field service (while serving in mission field), and re-entry (when the student missionary returns). This class fulfills 2 credits of the General Education religion requirement. The course is offered at the special reduced student missionary tuition rate. Students must enroll in the course before leaving as a student missionary. Instructor permission required.

    Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 326 - Preparation for Mission Service

    Credits: 1
    Establishes a theological foundation for mission and provides student missionaries with an orientation to culture and missions. The course focussing on the the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to begin successful student mission service. This class is required for all student missionaries (SMs) and includes the student missionary intensive usually conducted in the spring semester.  The course also facilitates the application process for serving as a student missionary. This class fulfills 1 credits of the General Education religion requirement and is offered at the special reduced student missionary tuition rate. Students must enroll in the course before leaving as a student missionary. RELP327 Student Missions Practicum is designed to be taken after this course. Instructor permission required. 

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 327 - Student Missions Practicum

    Credits: 1
    Provides essential relational and functional resources for student missionaries in the field and informs and supports the re-entry experience after the completion of their mission service. The course provides resources and assignments to assist students as they learn how to understand cultural differences and how to live cross-culturally while serving God and humanity. This practicum course may extend over 1 or more semesters depending on the term of service for the student missionary. RELP 326 should be completed before this course. RELP327 is a required 1-2 credit course for all student missionaries and is offered at the discounted student missionary tuition rate.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG)
    Prerequisite(s): RELP 326  
    Schedule Type: Practicum
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 330 - Homiletics—Introduction to Preaching

    Credits: 2
    Lays the foundation for biblical sermon construction and delivery. This class is the prerequisite for all other homiletics courses and is a requirement for all religion/theology majors.

    Lecture/Lab: Weekly: lab required
    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: RELB 245  
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 335 - Foundations of Youth Ministry

    Credits: 3
    Designed for the youth specialist who wishes to work as a youth pastor, youth director, academy Bible teacher, or in any other youth-training capacity.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 340 - Strategies for Service

    Credits: 2
    Creates the vision that all Christians can serve in mission. Shows how to witness in cross-cultural situations and introduces students to ways they can do mission in any occupation. Alternate forms of mission like tent-maker ministries, nonresident missionaries, urban ministry, and work with refugees and foreign students are addressed.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Spring
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 350 - Evangelism

    Credits: 3
    Students will prepare and conduct public evangelistic meetings. Different contexts will be chosen in different years. Students will study and reflect on the role of public evangelism in the mission of the church in various cultural settings.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s):   
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 441 - Introduction to Pastoral Ministry

    Credits: 2,3
    A study of the principles of leadership as applied to pastoral ministry, in particular with regard to the minister as leader of worship, as nurturing pastor, as administrator of the church and as evangelist. Theology majors enroll for 3 credits and Religion majors for 2 credits.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 480 - Practicum Capstone

    Credits: 1
    The Department of Religion and Biblical Languages seeks to engage theology majors in church based ministry which will equip and inspire them for pastoral ministry. This course is the culimination of that training experience and includes the fulfillment of all practicum requirements and succesful completion of the theology portfolio.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Practicum
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELP 485 - Pastoral Ministry

    Credits: 3
    A study of the principles of leadership as applied to pastoral ministry, in particular with regard to the minister as leader of worship, as nurturing pastor, as administrator of the church and as evangelist. This class summarizes and assesses the practical ministry portfolio developed by the student during the course of study.

    Course Attribute: Service course

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Prerequisite(s):  ,  ,  
    Schedule Type: Lecture
    Term Offering: Fall
    College Code: CAS


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Religion - Theology

  
  • RELT 100 - God and Human Life

    Credits: 3
    How God confronts human beings—includes the process of revelation, principles of interpreting Scripture and similarly inspired material, the nature of God and His expectations for humans, and the evaluation of these concepts as presented in Scripture and the classic literature of various religions.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    Term Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer
    College Code: CAS


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  • RELT 115 - Introduction to Christian Discipleship

    Credits: 3
    This course covers fundamental theories of human psychosocial, moral, and faith development, transformational theology and theory, and foundational principles of discipleship as found in both the Old and New Testaments of Scripture.

    Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W)
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced
    College Code: CAS


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