Master of
Christian Education
The Master of Christian Education (MCEd) is a 30-credit hour program designed for those who are successfully engaged in a Christian educational ministry, and who desire advanced training on a graduate level in order to enhance their knowledge and ministry skills within the scope of Christian education.
Program Structure and Requirements
The purpose of this degree is to provide a program in academic and professional educational ministry competencies rooted in biblically integrated instructional disciplines. This program does not lead to licensure for teaching in public school systems. The 30-hour MCEd curriculum is divided between required courses and electives. Most courses are offered on a two-year rotation. See the course descriptions for rotation and prerequisite information.
MCEd Administration Specialization
Program Summary
Core Courses |
12 credits |
Specialization Core |
15 credits |
Electives |
3 credits |
Core Courses
ED 525 Current Issues in Education (3 cr.)
ED 700 Historical and Social Foundations of Education (3 cr.)
SPED 510 Introduction to Special Education (3 cr.)
ED 540 Research and Writing (3 cr.)
Total: 12 credits
Electives
MCEd electives (3 cr.)
Total: 3 credits
Administration
ED 501 Curriculum Development (3 cr.)
ED 605 Assessment in Education (3 cr.)
PT 510 Org and Admin of Church Ministry (3 cr.)
ED 620 Christian School Administration (3 cr.)
ED 535 Independent Research/Practicum in Ed. (3 cr.)
Total: 15 credits
MCEd Classroom Instruction Specialization
Program Summary
Core Courses |
12 credits |
Specialization Core |
12 credits |
Electives |
6 credits |
Core Courses
ED 525 Current Issues in Education (3 cr.)
ED 700 Historical and Social Foundations of Education (3 cr.)
SPED 510 Introduction to Special Education (3 cr.)
ED 540 Research and Writing (3 cr.)
Total: 12 credits
Electives
MCEd electives (6 cr.)
Total: 6 credits
Classroom Instruction
ED 605 Assessment in Education (3 cr.)
ED 530 Advanced Classroom Management (3 cr.)
ED 515 Instructional Strategies (3 cr.)
ED 535 Independent Research in Ed. (3 cr.)
+ MCEd electives (6 cr.)
Total: 12 credits
MCEd Special Education Specialization
Program Summary
Core Courses |
12 credits |
Specialization Core |
15 credits |
Electives |
3 credits |
Core Courses
ED 525 Current Issues in Education (3 cr.)
ED 700 Historical and Social Foundations of Education (3 cr.)
SPED 510 Introduction to Special Education (3 cr.)
ED 540 Research and Writing (3 cr.)
Total: 12 credits
Electives
MCEd electives (3 cr.)
Total: 3 credits
Special Education
SPED 610 Teaching Methods for Learning Disabilities (3 cr.)
SPED 612 Behavior Management and Social Skills Training (3 cr.)
SPED 615 Teaching Methods for Intellectual Disabilities (3 cr.)
SPED 620 Assessment and Intervention (3 cr.)
SPED 635 Special Education Internship (3 cr.)
Total: 15 credits
