


Degree Programs
Bachelor’s Degree Program
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (4 years program- 120 units) General Description
Bachelor of Theology (Semester Credit Hours 120)
Bachelor of Christian Education (Semester Credit Hours 120)
Bachelor of Christian Social Welfare Program (Semester Credit Hours 120)
Bachelor of Church Music (Semester Credit Hours 120)
Hayfield University offers a Bachelor’s degree in Theology based on 120 semester units of credit. The program lasts four academic years, includes general education courses, and is designed to equip the student for more effective communication of the Gospel. Each course is worth from one to four semester credits and the program consists of approximately 40 courses in each of 3-units including an introduction to the theory and practice of Church History, Physiology, the Old and New Testaments, Systematic and Practical Theology.
Bachelor of Christian Education Program-Specific Student Outcomes
The outcomes of the program are to help the student attain a fundamental grounding in Theology, The program allows students to master enabling skills for autonomous learning and to develop a deep understanding in a specific area of theological knowledge. The elective segment provides the opportunity for students to choose diverse exposure to other areas of interest.
Bachelor in Theology Program-Specific Student outcomes are included as follows:
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Bachelor of Christian Education graduates are able to demonstrate an adequate background to pursue advanced degrees geared to professional Christian ministry and world missions.
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Bachelor of Christian Education graduates are able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of scripture,a thorough knowledge of Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, Church History, Practical Theology, and Physiology.
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Bachelor of Christian Education students achieve the planned goals and outcomes for the institution and the program.
Admissions Requirements
The criteria for entrance to the Bachelor of Christian Education Bachelor degree in Theology are:
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Completion of Application Form for Admission.
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Three letters of recommendation from faculty, counselors, school administrators, employers,or church leaders.
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Possession of or candidacy for a high school diploma or GED.
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A statement of the applicant’s Christian faith.
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One recent photograph.
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Official transcripts from all schools attended including high school.
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Evaluation of personal interview with a team of faculty members.
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A sense of calling from God for Christian ministry.
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Regeneration experience and baptism with water.
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Active and fruitful church participation.
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Payment of $100.00 application fee.
General Education
The Bachelor degree in Christian Education requires that a minimum of 28 percent of course units be earned in General Education courses. General Education courses include courses in religion, psychology, sociology, philosophy and other fields.
Method of Instruction
Classes incorporate lectures, instructional work in class, demonstrations, one-on-one tutorials, library research, and comprehensive examinations on the Bible. Except for internships and field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom setting.
Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor’s degree program in Education requires the completion of a minimum of 120 semester units of credit and the passage of a comprehensive exam. The units can be a combination of transfer credits and completion of course work with a Grade Point Average of C (2.0). At least 25 percent of the completed work must be in general education. As much as 75 percent of the 120 semester units (or 94 semester units) may be satisfied through transfer credit. A minimum of 25 percent of the credits must be completed at Hayfield University. In addition to the course work, to graduate, the student must be examined on his/her knowledge of the Bible by a written examination. To pass, a student must correctly answer a minimum of 100 out of 150 questions (75 from the Old Testament and 75 from the New Testament). Exam Procedure. The student will secure the request form to take the examination and the request shall be submitted 10 days prior to the date of the examination. The examination shall be taken at any regularly scheduled testing period. The student will be allowed to retake the examination as many times as the student wishes.
Course Titles and Level
All courses are at the Bachelor degree level. Courses are numbered 100 thru 499. Course descriptions are provided separately.
Bachelor of Christian Education Program – Course Titles
All undergraduate (Bachelor of Christian Education Degree) students are introduced to the theory and practice of Education as Christian ministry and world missionary seeking understanding through a three-way-course sequence.
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First requirement: General Education course
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Second requirement: Biblical/Theological Studies, Major Required courses
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Third requirement: Ministerial Professional Studies courses
Each course which fulfills this requirement will meet the following learning goal: Students will become familiar with a fundamental grounding in Theology, master enabling skills for autonomous learning and develop a deep understanding in a specific area of theological knowledge and ministry.





