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Associate of General Studies
The Associate of Arts in General Studies and Associate of Science in General Studies degrees are intended for students who desire to come to Central for two years before obtaining a Bachelor's degree from another institution.
These degrees have slightly fewer hours in Bible and ministry, with slightly increased hours in General Studies, taught from a Christian perspective.
OBJECTIVES:
Students who complete an Associate degree should . . .
- Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the Bible and its essential doctrines and a Christian worldview harmonizing significant historical, scientific, and philosophical issues with biblical truth.
- Develop skills in observation and interpretation, in critical and creative thinking; and in problem-solving, particularly in relationship to biblical exegesis and application.
- Develop knowledge of the biblical languages in order to have a clearer understanding of the original texts.
- Comprehend, embrace, and demonstrate the biblical principles of spirituality, morality, Christ-like character, and service as modeled and taught by Christ and His disciples.
- Demonstrate familiarity with multiple methods of communication within a variety of settings; having as a communicator confidence to overcome apprehension, conviction to consider ethical implications, and commitment to utilizing opportunities for communication.
- Understand the nature and demands of the Great Commission, be committed to personal discipleship and disciple-making, and participate in some way in the task of taking the Gospel to all the nations.
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