Certificate of Cross-Cultural Ministry
SYNOPSIS & OBJECTIVES
Designed for people who want to minister in cross-cultural settings, this certificate* may be achieved upon successful completion of each online course below (or a total of 12-15 units comprised of similar HQ courses). These classes will enable students to:
- Explore major worldviews with an emphasis on the Christian worldview.
- Understand how to influence the world through practical servant-leadership.
- Learn strategies and bridge-building techniques for communicating across cultural barriers.
- Discover the theological underpinnings, history, and current practices in accomplishing the Great Commission.
- Gain insight on how to successfully share the gospel with different people groups.
COURSES & DESCRIPTIONS
HUM 203: Christian Worldview (3 units)
This course presents “worldview” as a concept while conveying the Christian worldview as applied to the education and life of the student. Dominant worldviews are also analyzed with consideration as to how they coincide with major cultural areas.
LDR 112L: Service-Based Leadership Lab I (2 units)
This is a hands-on course about influencing the world around you through humble engagement in practical ways of serving. Emphasis is placed on putting others first and helping them and you become and perform better because of your interactions. 80 hours of practicum/internship required.
COM 402: Cross-Cultural Communication (2 units)
This course conveys techniques and strategies for bridgebuilding and communication across various cultural and ethnic divides.
THE 403: Theology of Missions (3 units)
The Great Commission given by Jesus was a command to go into all the world and preach the gospel. This course explores the theology of missions, including present and historic cultural relevance and ways to engage unique cultures with honor and love in conveying the gospel.
THE 433: Apologetics (3 units)
While reviewing major world philosophies and religions, this course explores the origin and validity of the Holy Bible and provides a sound framework and foundation for faith and sharing the gospel.
For additional Smart Courses, please see our catalog.
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*This is a certificate and not a certification. HQ certificates are granted as awards of achievement for the successful completion of the courses they are comprised of.
†Visit our colleges & universities page for more information on transcription, transfer, or simultaneous enrollment for earning college credit or degrees. HQ is not accredited and does not grant college credit or degrees.