Admission Requirements
Admission and entry requirements
Prospective students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate a commitment to theological study. Submission of a personal statement reflecting on one's faith journey and educational aspirations is also required. Career Opportunities Religious Educator Youth Pastor Curriculum Developer for Christian Education Community Outreach Coordinator Christian Counselor Adult Education Instructor Chaplain in educational institutions Important Notices The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly. HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. 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Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule. Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals. Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status. Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Theology, Specialization in Education Total program length | 120 semester credit hours Normal completion time | Four academic years General education | 36 credit hours Educational theory and practice core | 63 credit hours Professional application courses | 15 credit hours Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 101 | English Composition I | 3 | None GEN 102 | English Composition II | 3 | English Composition I or equivalent GEN 103 | College Algebra | 3 | None GEN 104 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | None GEN 105 | Introduction to World Religions | 3 | None GEN 106 | GEN 106 Public Speaking and Communication (SEM) | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 107 | Ethics and Critical Thinking | 3 | None GEN 108 | Research Methods | 3 | None GEN 109 | Leadership and Team Development | 3 | None THE 201 | Introduction to Theology | 3 | None THE 201 | Introduction to Theology | 3 | None THL 201 | Introduction to Theology | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites THE 202 | Christian Ethics and Moral Philosophy | 3 | None THEO 202 Old Testament survey | Old Testament Survey | 3 | None THE 203 | Systematic Theology | 3 | None THL 203 | New Testament Survey | 3 | None THE 204 | Biblical Theology and Hermeneutics | 3 | None THL 204 | Systematic Theology | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites THE 205 | Church History and Theology | 3 | None THL 205 | Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 | None THL 206 | Church History | 3 | None THE 207 | Christian Social Justice and Ethics | 3 | None THL 207 | Christian Ethics and Moral Theology | 3 | None THL 208 | Comparative Religion and Interfaith Dialogue | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites THL 209 | Apologetics and Christian Doctrine | 3 | None THL 210 | Pastoral Counseling and Ministry | 3 | None THL 211 | Homiletics and Sermon Preparation | 3 | None THL 211 | Homiletics and Sermon Preparation | 3 | None THL 212 | Spiritual Formation and Discipleship | 3 | None THL 213 | Christian Missions and Evangelism | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites THL 214 | Theology of Worship and Liturgy | 3 | None THL 215 | Theology and Contemporary Issues | 3 | None ELEC 301 | Theology of Mission and Evangelism | 3 | None THL 301 | Biblical Archaeology and Historical Studies | 3 | None THL 302 | Christian Leadership and Church Administration | 3 | None THL 303 | Theology of Social Justice and Community Development | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites THL 304 | Women in Ministry and Biblical Leadership | 3 | None THL 305 | The Role of Faith in Mental Health and Counseling | 3 | None EDU 401 | Foundations of Christian Education | 3 | None EDU 402 | Curriculum Development for Faith-Based Schools | 3 | None TEDU 403 | Teaching Strategies for Biblical Studies | 3 | None EDU 404 | Faith-Based Classroom Management | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites EDU 405 | Ethics in Christian Education | 3 | None fault | Cross-Cultural Communication | 3 | None