The strength lies in learning how children think and behave in the context of families. The classes are taught experientially with the students participating in a local church to authenticate their classroom learning. Qualified students will be encouraged to study at Focus on the Family Institute in Colorado Springs for one semester. This would provide a classroom experience as well as internship experience with Focus on the Family. The Christian Education Major is taught experientially with emphasis on ministry skill building.
Students learn discipling and evangelizing methods for children, youth, and adults.
They also learn to teach and train leadership for the church. Organizing and administering the program through delegation of ministries and an internship program help relate the academic to the real world. The Youth Major is designed for students anticipating a full-time ministry in the local church, parachurch organization, or camping. In addition to an intensive internship during the junior year, each student works with youth during the senior year. SonLife philosophy of ministry is emphasized.