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1 Go Deeper, Go Further, Reach ALL NATIONS MAIN OFFICE IFCA Bible College Chardon Road Cleveland, OH (216)

2 Our Purpose Our Mission & Purpose Our Mission Is to develop and provide ministry educational programs to individuals whom God has called into His service as full-time, bi-vocational, or lay- servants; to seek such programs on the cutting edge of ministry and technology; and to deliver the curriculum to the students in a way that equips leaders to be instruments of blessing in their churches and communities. To consistently develop and distribute high quality Bible courses for the teaching and training of Christian leaders throughout the world. To provide training to workers throughout the world who, for various reasons, are limited in their ability to attend a traditional Bible School. To empower churches to become centers of ministry training, community development training and outreach. To help plant churches nationally; internationally; and partner with pastors, churches, and organizations. To enrich our fellowship among the IFCA and affiliated ministries throughout the world. IFCA Bible College is designed to be accessible wherever you are: whether you are a new Christian, or you have grown up in the church; whether you have never completed high-school, or you have completed a degree; whether you are in the city, or in the far corners of the earth. We believe IFCA BC can offer every student an educational program that will give him or her the equipping needed to make them fruitful ministers of the gospel.

3 What is IFCA Bible College? IFCA-BC is a State of the Art Bible College that utilizes Online, Live-stream, and Video based curriculum. We are offering certificates as well as two and four year degrees in Biblical Studies, Theology, and Ministry. Our aim is to help train those who, for various reasons, are limited in their ability to attend a traditional, residential, training school. Students can enroll in either IFCA-BC Online seminar courses, On-site seminar courses or through our DVD curriculum. We strongly believe that the growing church needs strong, capable, and Christ-like leaders. We include numerous courses which focus on all aspects of Biblical leadership and development. Who Are We? Our IFCA-BC teachers are accomplished, educated leaders throughout the country who are leaders among the IFCA denomination or who have been endorsed by the movement. They are all evangelical and Spirit-filled men and woman with extensive experience outside of the classroom and in it. The IFCA-BC curriculum is taught by people who have also been missionaries, pastors, and organizational leaders; who have planted churches and affected countless lives. In their teaching, our Professors bring their extensive personal experience, as well as their wealth of knowledge and wisdom, in an effort to pass it on to the next generation of Christian leaders and workers. What DEGREES do we offer?

4 DEGREES Associates of Ministry 2 YEAR DEGREE (60 CREDITS) A two-year program (60 credits) designed to prepare those called to serve the body of Christ in a support capacity. B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God T103 Introduction to Apologetics M202 Holy Spirit Lead Ethics M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts M405 The Usher s Ministry M308 Evangelism from a Biblical Perspective M108 The Offices of the Church s 3 Courses

5 Associates of Ministry Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red s 1 st Year B101 O.T. Survey B102 N.T. Survey H101 IFCA M102 Marriage History, and the Family Constitution & T102 Holy Spirit Doctrine Theology T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ Associate 2 Year Degree B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M103 Prayer: M104 Fivefold Leadership Ministry Gifts Available to God M405 The Usher s T103 Introduction Ministry to Apologetics M202 Holy Spirit Lead Ethics M308 Evangelism from a Biblical Perspective M108 Offices of the Church

6 DEGREES Associates of Church Administration and Finance 2 YEAR DEGREE (60 CREDITS) A two-year program (60 credits) designed to prepare those called to aid in the management of the church s office environment and its financial bookkeeping. B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God T103 Introduction to Apologetics M202 Holy Spirit Lead Ethics M301 Ministers Finances M305 Church Business Administration M404 Church Policies & Procedures M309 Bookkeeping M310 Office Organization and Management s 2 Courses

7 Associates of Church Administration and Finance Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red s 1 st Year B101 O.T. Survey B102 N.T. Survey H101 IFCA M102 Marriage History, and the Family Constitution & T102 Holy Spirit Doctrine Theology T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ Associate 2 Year Degree B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M103 Prayer: M301 Ministers Leadership Finances Available to God M305 Church T103 Introduction Business to Apologetics Administration M202 Holy Spirit Lead Ethics M404 Church Policies & Procedures M309 Bookkeeping M310 Office Organization & Management

8 DEGREES Bachelor of Arts BIBLICAL STUDIES 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts B105 Corinthian Correspondence L201 Greek I T103 Introduction to Apologetics T201 Systematic Theology I M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God H103 Church History T104 Introduction to Homiletics B202 Hebrews & General Epistles T301 Hebrew I B203 The Books of Moses B204 Prison Epistles B301 Historical Books of the O.T. T202 Systematic Theology II T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics B302 Major Prophets B303 Minor Prophets B403 The Book of Psalms T401 Research & Writing Project 12 ELECTIVES

9 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year B101 O.T. Survey B102 N.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, M102 Marriage Constitution & and the Family Doctrine T102 Holy Spirit T101 Introduction Theology to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year B105 Corinthian T201 Systematic Correspondence Theology I L201 Greek I M103 Prayer: T103 Introduction Leadership to Apologetics Available to God Associate/ Bachelors H103 Church History T104 Introduction to Homiletics 3 rd Year B202 Hebrews & General Epistles M201 Hebrew I Bachelor/Three Diploma Bachelors B203 The Books of Moses B204 Prison Epistles B301 Historical Books of the O.T. T202 Systematic Theology II T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics 4 th Year B302 Major B403 The Book T401 Research & Prophets of Psalms Writing Project B303 Minor Prophets

10 DEGREES Bachelor of Arts PASTORAL MINISTIRES 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M201 Growth, Church Planting, & Evangelism T103 Introduction to Apologetics M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling M106 Biblical Role & Function of the Pastor B202 Hebrews & General Epistles B203 The Books of Moses T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics H103 Church History B204 Prison Epistles M308 Evangelism from A Biblical Perspective M402 Developing Pastoral Skills M403 Group Dynamics B302 Major Prophets T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

11 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M201 Growth, M103 Prayer: Church Planting, & Leadership Evangelism Available to God T103 Introduction M104 Fivefold to Apologetics Ministry Gifts Associate/ Bachelors T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling M106 Biblical Role & Function of the Pastor 3 rd Year B202 Hebrews & H103 Church General Epistles History B203 Books of B204 Prison Moses Epistles T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics Bachelor/Three Diploma M308 Evangelism From A Biblical Perspective 4 th Year Bachelors M402 Developing Pastoral Skills M403 Group Dynamics B302 Major Prophets T401 Research & Writing Project

12 DEGREES Bachelor of Theology THEOLOGY 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology B102 N.T. Survey T102 Holy Spirit Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M102 Marriage and the Family T201 Systematic Theology I M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God T103 Introduction to Apologetics B202 Hebrews & General Epistles T204 Introduction to Philosophy H103 Church History H104 Pentecostal/Charismatic Movement T203 Christian Apologetics and Non- Theistic Worldviews (and our culture) T301 Systematic Theology II B203 The Books of Moses B204 Prison Epistles T302 Theology of the Early Church T303 Major World Philosophies (Worldview) B301 Historical Books of the O.T. B302 Major Prophets T402 Advanced Christian Apologetics T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

13 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS Associate/ Bachelors B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Intro. to Theology B102 N.T. Survey T102 Holy Spirit Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M102 Marriage and the Family 2 nd Year T201 B202 Hebrews Systematic & General Theology I Epistles M103 Prayer: T204 Intro. to Leadership Philosophy Available to God T103 Intro. to Apologetics Bachelor/Three Diploma H103 Church History H104 Pentecostal/Charismatic Movement 3 rd Year T203 T301 Christian Systematic Apologetics and Theology II Non-Theistic B203 The Worldviews Books of Moses (and Our B204 Prison Culture) Epistles T302 Theology of the Early Church T303 Major World Philosophies (Worldview) 4 th Year Bachelors B301 Historical Books of the O.T. B302 Major Prophets T402 Advanced Christian Apologetics T401 Research & Writing Project

14 DEGREES Bachelors of Arts BIBILCIAL COUNSELING 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts T103 Introduction to Apologetics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling C102 Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling I M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God B203 The Books of Moses C103 Marriage and Family Counseling C202 General Psychology C201 Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling II C203 Personality Development B204 Prison Epistles C204 Introduction to Ethics in Counseling B301 Historical Books of the O.T. C303 Methodologies C304 Grief and Trauma Counseling C307 Sociology B403 The Book of Psalms T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

15 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS Associate/ Bachelors B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year T103 C102 Introduction to Fundamentals of Apologetics Biblical C101 Counseling I Introduction to M103 Prayer: Biblical Leadership Counseling Available to God Bachelor/Three Diploma B203 The Books of Moses C103 Marriage and Family Counseling C202 General Psychology 3 rd Year C201 B204 Prison Fundamentals of Epistles Biblical C204 Counseling II Introduction to C203 Ethics in Personality Counseling Development B301 Historical Books of the O.T. C303 Methodologies 4 th Year Bachelors C304 Grief and Trauma Counseling C307 Sociology B403 The Book of Psalms T401 Research & Writing Project

16 DEGREES Bachelor of Arts YOUTH MINISTIRES 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M201 Growth, Church Planting, & Evangelism T103 Introduction to Apologetics M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling M106 Biblical Role & Function of the Pastor B202 Hebrews & General Epistles M204 Children s Ministry T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics H103 Church History B204 Prison Epistles M205 Youth Ministry Foundation M402 Developing Pastoral Skills M403 Group Dynamics M302 Youth Ministry Management T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

17 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS Associate/ Bachelors B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Intro. to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M201 Growth, M103 Prayer: Church Planting, Leadership & Evangelism Available to God T103 Intro. to M104 Fivefold Apologetics Ministry Gifts Bachelor/Three Diploma T104 Intro. to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling M106 Biblical Role & Function of the Pastor 3 rd Year B202 Hebrews & H103 Church General Epistles History M204 Children s B204 Prison Ministry Epistles T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics M205 Youth Ministry Foundation 4 th Year Bachelors M402 Developing Pastoral Skills M403 Group Dynamics M302 Youth Ministry Management T401 Research & Writing Project

18 DEGREES Bachelor of Arts MISSIONS 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M201 Growth, Church Planting, & Evangelism T103 Introduction to Apologetics M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling B202 Hebrews & General Epistles M204 Children s Ministry T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics H103 Church History B204 Prison Epistles M301 Ministers Finances M303 Missions I M304 Missions II M401 Church Planting M305 Church Business Administration T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

19 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS Associate/ Bachelors B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M201 Growth, M103 Prayer: Church Planting, Leadership & Evangelism Available to God T103 M104 Fivefold Introduction to Ministry Gifts Apologetics Bachelor/Three Diploma T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling B202 Hebrews & General Epistles 3 rd Year M204 H103 Church Children s History Ministry B204 Prison T301 Epistles Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics M301 Ministers Finances M303 Missions I 4 th Year Bachelors M304 Missions II M401 Church Planting M305 Church Business Administration T401 Research & Writing Project

20 DEGREES Bachelor of Arts Church Business Administration 4 YEAR DEGREE (120 CREDITS) B101 O.T. Survey H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine T101 Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership B102 N.T. Survey M102 Marriage and the Family T102 Holy Spirit Theology B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts M201 Growth, Church Planting, & Evangelism T103 Introduction to Apologetics M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling B202 Hebrews & General Epistles M204 Children s Ministry T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics B204 Prison Epistles M205 Youth Ministry Foundation M301 Ministers Finances M303 Missions I M305 Church Business Administration M404 Church Policies & Procedures M405 The Usher s Ministry T401 Research & Writing Project 13 ELECTIVES

21 Colored backgrounds show where courses align with curriculum model: Green Core Blue - Required Focus Red - s 1 st Year B101 O.T. Survey B102 N.T. H101 IFCA Survey History, M102 Marriage Constitution & and the Family Doctrine T102 Holy T101 Spirit Theology Introduction to Theology M101 Biblical Leadership CWC/ASSOCIATE/ DIPLOMA/ BACHELORS Associate/ Bachelors B103 The Life of Christ H102 Hebraic Roots B104 Book of Acts 2 nd Year M201 Growth, M103 Prayer: Church Planting, Leadership & Evangelism Available to God T103 M104 Fivefold Introduction to Ministry Gifts Apologetics Bachelor/Three Diploma T104 Introduction to Homiletics C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling B202 Hebrews & General Epistles 3 rd Year M204 Children s B204 Prison Ministry Epistles T301 Inspiration, M205 Youth Translation & Ministry Hermeneutics Foundation M301 Ministers Finances M303 Missions I 4 th Year Bachelors M305 Church Business Administration M404 Church Policies & Procedures M405 The Usher s Ministry T401 Research & Writing Project

22 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS BIBLE COURSES: B101 O.T. Survey This core course will give the student a topical understanding of the Old Testament; to provide a general understanding of the purpose and theme of each of those books. B102 N.T. Survey This core course is designed to provide an overview of the 27 books of the New Testament including the context of the writings, the main characters, and how each book connects with one another, as well as the Old Testament. B103 The Life of Christ This course explores the life of Christ described in the four gospels. Studying both chronological events and important themes, students will be able to recount the major aspects of Jesus life and ministry. The course will stress the redemptive work of Christ. B104 Book of Acts The book of Acts is an undergraduate level course designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the content of the Acts of the Apostles. B105 Corinthian Correspondence This course will give the student truths for teaching and preaching as well as practical assistance in dealing with issues facing today s church. The student will learn how Paul instructed the Corinthians to deal with division and difficulty. By applying these same principles, the student will be prepared to deal with the challenges of ministry in the twenty-first century. B201 Book of Romans To introduce the student to the theological themes of the book of Romans; to relate those teachings to the rest of Paul s writings and the overall context of Scripture; to examine the teachings of the book in light of the student s own doctrinal background. B202 Hebrews & General Epistles Hebrews & General Epistles is an undergraduate level course designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the content of the book of Hebrews and the general epistles. These books are guidelines for a Christian s foundation. B203 Books of Moses This course will study the first five books of the Bible, also known as the Pentateuch. The student will study creation, the formation of God s people, and the way in which God worked out His purposes in the lives of His people. B204 Prison Epistles This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the Prison Epistles. Students will learn the background to these letters in light of Paul s prison

23 confinement by the Roman government. The doctrines and practical teachings of each letter will be analyzed with a view relating to the contemporary church. B205 Poetic Books This course is an undergraduate level course designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the content of the Poetic Books of the Bible. B301 Historical Books of the O.T. This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the content of the Historical Books of the Old Testament. B302 Major Prophets This course exposes the student to the general content, meaning and purpose of the Old Testament Books classified as the Major Prophets. B303 Minor Prophets This course exposes the student to the general content, meaning and purpose of the Old Testament Books classified as the Minor Prophets. B401 Book of Genesis This course is intended to give the student a basic structure, general content, and the sweeping themes of the Book of Genesis. B402 Book of Exodus This course gives an overview of the content of the Book of Exodus. B403 Book of Psalms This course acquaints the student with the general content and themes of the Book of Psalms. B404 Book of Daniel This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the content of the Book of Daniel. B405 Book of Galatians This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the contents of the Book of Galatians. B406 Book of Isaiah This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the contents of the Book of Isaiah. B407 Book of Deuteronomy This course is designed to acquaint the student with an overview of the contents of the Book of Deuteronomy. L201 Greek I This course is designed to teach the student Koine Greek. The course concentrates, first on the alphabet and vocabulary acquisition, and will begin to study Greek forms. Parsing of verbs and other disciplines endemic to the study of Greek will be studied. L:202 Greek II Greek II is a continuation of Greek I. The student will continue to hone their skills and understanding of the structure and syntax of Greek while increasing their working vocabulary and translating skills. Prerequisite: L201

24 L301 Hebrew I This course is designed to teach the student General Hebrew. The course concentrates on the basic information about the Hebrew alphabet, vowels, and Biblical Hebrew grammar so that you can better understand the Scriptures from a Hebraic point of view. L:302 Hebrew II Hebrew II is a continuation of Hebrew I. The student will continue to hone their skills and understanding of the structure of Hebrew while increasing their working vocabulary and translating skills. Prerequisite: L201 HISTORY COURSES: H101 IFCA History, Constitution, & Doctrine This core course will study the History, Constitution, and Doctrine of IFCA movements and how it relates to the Italian Pentecostal Movement in the United States whose roots are imbedded in a larger revival movement the Pentecostal outpouring of the Holy Spirit in America at the turn of the 20 th Century. H102 Hebraic Roots This core course introduces the Hebraic roots of Christianity and searches the scriptures on God s covenant relationship with Israel. H103 Church History This course will study the six main eras of the church history, including key figures from each eras, the most important details, most important archaeological discoveries/ inventions, and key people who shaped the church. H104 History of the Pentecostal/ Charismatic Movement This course examines the precursors to the Pentecostal movement. It will also examine the Charismatic Renewal and its relationship to the Pentecostal movement. Both the Pentecostal movement and Charismatic Renewal will be studied for their impact on the history of the Church. H201 Introduction to the Patristic Era This course is a survey of history of the early Church. It will cover the events and key individuals that shaped the first seven centuries of the Church. H202 Introduction to the Protestant Reformation This course is a survey of history in the Protestant Reformation. It will cover the events that led up to the Reformation, its key figures and groups, and its effects on the Church and culture. H203 Introduction to the Modern Era This course is a survey of history of the Church in the modern era. It will cover the Church s history in the 18 th though the 20 th centuries. Important events, key figures, and groups will be highlighted for their effects on the Church and culture. H204 American History I

25 In this course the student will learn about the History of the United States to Key people and places will be highlighted to give an overall understanding of American History. H205 American History II In the course the student will learn about the History of the United States since Key people and places will be highlighted to give an overall understanding of American History. H301 Martin Luther This course examines the life of one of the most important figures in Church history. The course focuses on how events shaped his thoughts and the impact he had on the Church s history. H302 John Calvin This course will examine the life of Calvin and his role in Church history. The course will focus on how events shaped his thought and the impact he had on the Church s history. H303 John Wesley This course will examine the life of Wesley and his role in Church history. The course will focus on how events shaped his thought and the impact he had on the Church s history. H111 Cults, World Religions & New Age (Does this belong here?) This course will study the belief of the major non-christian religions of the world. Emphasis is placed on each tradition s analysis of the basic human problem and the solution that it offers to the problem. H401 Independent Study in Church History In this course the student will work with the instructor to select a focused period in Church history or an important individual to research and write about. The specifics of the course assignments will be worked out by the student with the instructor. MINISTRY COURSES: M101 Biblical Leadership This course teaches the theory of true Christian leadership by the life of Christ. Historical and current church leaders lives will be discussed as well. M102 Marriage and Family This course shows the practical challenges faced by ministers as they focus on balancing the relationship between ministry and family. This course will also help the student in discovering the call of God on their life. M103 Prayer: Leadership Available to God This course teaches the student the art of listening in prayer. Learn how to discern the voice of God. Journaling will also be taught as a method on how to record the spontaneous flow of the Lord. M104 Fivefold Ministry Gifts

26 This class examines each of the five gifts and the role they play in building of the Kingdom of God. M105 Divine Healing This course teaches the importance of praying for the sick. Students will learn to interview, pray and provide after care for those in need of healing. M106 Biblical Role and Function of the Pastor This course introduces the biblical role and function of the pastor in the local church. It is also designed to focus the student on the pastoral role in light of scriptural teaching so as to overcome the many erroneous and damaging philosophies of pastoring. This course also discusses pastoral development, families, and potential traps and pitfalls. M107 The Prophetic This is a study of the importance of the prophetic ministry. Students will be trained using many different types of activation exercises. The class studies prophetic etiquette as well as pitfalls to the prophetic. M108 The Offices of the Church This course will introduce students to the historic offices of the church: elder, overseer, and deacon, and will provide the practical application and role of these offices within a local church setting. The course will have an historical component that will examine how these offices have evolved over time, as well as an ecclesial component that will examine how each of these offices fit within the organizational structure of various churches/denominations. M201 Growth, Church Planting, and Evangelism This course examines the call of the local church to reach its community and the world. The study focuses on different evangelism methods. M202 Holy Spirit Led Ethics This course teaches God s Law code, the ten commandments, Solomon s ethics in the book of Proverbs; Jesus teaching on Kingdom ethics from the Sermon on the mount, and finally the ethics of Paul. Ultimately to develop Spirit led ethics. M203 Dynamic Biblical Preaching This course shows process of developing messages and lessons. The student learns the proper interpretation of the Scripture. M204 Children s Ministry This course focuses on ministering to children. The student learns how to effectively communicate to children. M205 Youth Ministry Foundations This course teaches the student to discover the essentials of youth ministry. The class focuses on submission to authority and developing personal goals. M206 Youth Culture This course studies current events of the youth culture and the need to adapt to effectively reach students. Prerequisite: M205

27 M301 Ministers Finances This course teaches the practical aspects of the minister s personal finances. Planning for today as well as the future of your family. M302 Youth Ministry Management This course will help the student better learn how to effectively manage the youth ministry; everything from time management, communication, planning, documenting, safety requirements, and people systems will be addressed. Prerequisites: M205 and M206 M303 Missions I In this course students learn the importance of mission, the mandate of missions, and the ministry of mission. Discovering practical ways in which they can plan missions and plant churches. M304 Missions II In this course students learn how to prepare for the mission field. This course teaches about real-life issues faced by a missionary. Prerequisite: M303 M305 Church Business Administration This course will study the philosophy and principles of business administration in relationship to ministry objectives and assignments. This course will study the practical responsibilities of those engaged in ministry including building a team, staff meetings, financial reporting, accountability, board meetings, business meetings, documentation of paper work, insurance policies, maintenance of facilities, and a variety of other practical materials that must be addressed regularly in ministry. M306 Worship Leadership This course introduces the student to what worship is, and how it is implemented in the local church. We will discuss the importance of communicating through worship, practical ways to lead on the platform, the role of the worship leader, and the relationship of worship leader with the church and its pastor. M307 Songwriting This course will study the basics of songwriting including song structure, the hook, melody and harmonies, style, rhymes, and the message. M308 Evangelism from a Biblical Perspective This course provides an overview of the Biblical basis for the study of evangelism. Biblical References are largely emphasized, while doctrinal foundations though not ignored, provide only the framework for Biblical evidences. M309 Bookkeeping This course will prepare students for the task of managing and tracking the finances of a church body. The course will cover general bookkeeping principles as well as the specific needs of a church (non-for-profit). M310 Office Organization and Management This course will help students to be aware of the tasks and tools needed to properly organize and manage an office environment.

28 M401 Church Planting This course will study methods and procedures for church plants. The class will help the student develop his vision for growth, maturity, and relationship. Each student will be required to lay out a plan for a new work. M402 Developing Pastoral Skills To introduce to the pastor specific skills he will need to minister to, and bring freedom to, those members of his congregation who are hurting and dysfunctional. M403 Group Dynamics This course examines the structure of small groups. Students will learn how to start groups, develop meeting formats, handle relationships issues, and raise up new leaders and groups. M404 Church Policies and Procedures The class will walk the student through the process of developing a church organization manual that will involve the following: 1.) A church constitution (or similar document); 2.) An organizational structure and personnel policy and procedures that implement the mission and purpose of the church; 3.) The administrative policy and procedures for the general administration and operation of the church. M405 The Usher s Ministry The student will learn about the importance of Usher s and Greeters Ministry; what makes a good Usher; why Ushers are important; the function of an Usher; and the responsibility of an Usher. THEOLOGY COURSES: T101 Introduction to Theology The purpose of this core course is to introduce and expose the student to a basic study of Christian doctrine within a coherent framework; to enable the student to identify and describe key doctrinal issues. T102 Holy Spirit Theology This is a study of the biblical basis for operating in spiritual gifts. This core course will help students to provide sound doctrine and theological proofs that the gifts are still valid for the church today. T103 Introduction to Christian Apologetics Understanding the Truth of the Christian Faith and its relationship to reason. This core class deals with sharing the truth of Christian Theism and the reasonableness of taking the step of faith in God and His revelation, the Bible. It deals with logical proofs for the existence of God and the Biblical connection to such proof (Heb. 11:6; Romans 1:18-20). T104 Introduction to Homiletics This course gives the basic study of the principles of Christian preaching. The course emphasizes biblical exposition and deals with practical matters such as the

29 preparation of sermons, the sources of materials, the construction of sermon components, the variety of sermon types, and the delivery of sermons. T201 Systematic Theology I The purpose of this course is to enable the student to know the importance of Biblical Theological research and to have an understanding of its benefits. Upon the successful completion of this course the student will be able to explain the truths of Systematic Theology. T202 Systematic Theology II The purpose of this course is to enable the student to know the importance of Biblical Theological research and to have an understanding of its benefits. Upon the successful completion of this course the student will be able to explain the truths of Systematic Theology. Prerequisite: T201 T203 Christian Apologetics and Non-Theistic Worldviews (and Our Culture) This class continues from the teaching in the introductory class. It explores the thinking that has shaped our current world and ungodly society. It then shows the foolishness of this world's philosophical systems of belief. T204 Introduction to Philosophy T301 Inspiration Translation & Hermeneutic The purpose of this course is to introduce and expose the student to the basic elements of biblical inspiration, translation and hermeneutics; to encourage the student to identify and describe some of the primary shortcomings in many modern English translations. T302 Theology of the Early Church This course will provide an overview of the theology of the Early Church and how their doctrines came to be established. T303 Major World Philosophies (Worldview) This course looks at seven men who have influenced the way that the world thinks. Charles Darwin, Karl Marx, Sigmund Freud and others are looked at and compared to the teaching of Jesus and the Word of God. T304 The Bible and Modern Science (Evolution vs. Creationism) If the Bible is true does it contradict science? Is Evolution the way man came to be? Is Theistic Evolution possible: i.e. did God use evolution to direct the origin of mankind? We see in this class how evolution is a false religious belief which departs from the true scientific model. T401 Research & Writing Project The purpose of this course is to present the student with an opportunity to demonstrate the ability to do research and writing at the college level in a Biblical context. T402 Advanced Christian Apologetics This course is an in-depth study of the issues related to the defense of the Christian Faith. The purpose of this class is to present the arguments against Christian / Theistic belief and then to show the folly of those arguments. The

30 course will show that "only theism is affirmable and is based on undeniable premises; all other positions are self-defeating". The course then shows the reliability of the New Testament and the inspiration and authority of the Bible. COUNSELING COURSES: C101 Introduction to Biblical Counseling This course will study biblical ways to address crisis situations that will occur in ministry and to minister to those in need in a sensitive and caring manner. C102 Fundamentals of Christian Counseling I This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of biblical counseling. The student will have the opportunity to recognize, identify and recite these concepts. C103 Marriage and Family Counseling This course will introduce the student to a biblical approach to Marriage and Family counseling so that the student will acquire the basic knowledge of the biblical conceptions of family roles and interpersonal relationships. C201 Fundamentals of Christian Counseling II The purpose of this course is to expand the student s understanding of the fundamentals of multidimensional Christian counseling. The student will have the opportunity to recognize, identify and recite these concepts. C202 General Psychology This course is designed to give an empirical approach to the study of human behavior, a knowledge of psychological principles and an acquaintance with contemporary problems, while providing a strong Christian framework to evaluate theories, techniques and beliefs. C203 Personality Development This course will introduce and expose the student to principles, theories, applications, concepts and methodologies within a distinctly Christian framework. C204 Introduction to Ethics in Counseling This course will study various responsibilities of the minister in regard to confidentiality, legal issues, drawing healthy boundaries, moral responsibilities, and ethical dilemmas that the biblical counselor will encounter. C205 Marriage Counseling This course will study the principles and techniques needed to provide counsel and healing for marriages. Topics that will be discussed include fair fighting, communication, and practical issues that face every couple. Additional helps will be given for pre-marital counseling to help couples avoid pitfalls in advance. C206 Family Counseling This course will study the most common problems facing the family including, conflict, communication, love languages/styles, forgiveness, divorce and remarriage, blended families, relocation and moving, depression, and abuse (verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual).

31 C301 Introduction to Counseling Theology To introduce the student to the broad scope of topics in the discipline of Systematic Theology and the relevance of these topics to the work of biblical counseling. C302 Conflict Resolution Students will learn how to mediate disputes and reconcile people. They will have the opportunity to practice the principles they learn in the course. C303 Methodologies This course will equip the biblical counselor with the necessary skill and techniques to be successful as a biblical counselor while helping the counselor learn how to build a biblical worldview, utilizing scripture as the basis for healing. C304 Grief and Trauma Counseling This course will address responses of people in life issues such as death, addictions, rape/sexual abuse, suicide prevention, domestic violence, and other real-life traumas that will be encountered in ministry. C305 Counseling Victims of Abuse This course will study the proper ways to minster to those who have gone through abuse; whether it is sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical. The counselor will be given information to better understand the abused and given techniques to help bring the person to a place of spiritual, emotional, and physical wholeness. C306 Counseling Abuse and Addictive Behavior This course will study the warning signs of abuse, the emotions of the abused, ways to speak to those who have been abused, the cycle of abuse, and ways to equip the abuser to end the cycle of abuse. The student will also study the various patterns of addiction, the cycle of addiction, how to break the addiction patter, tools for recovery, and teaching addicts how to stay free. C307 Sociology Students will study social and relational psychological theories. Both pathologies and correctives will be discussed. The course will stress the role of the church as a mediator of God s redemptive grace in Christ. C401 Introduction to Pregnancy Counseling This course will introduce and expose the student to the basic concepts of pro-life counseling; offer the student the opportunity to understand what the Bible says about being pro-life; and instruct the student about pregnancy and abortion so that the student will understand why a woman may choose abortion. C402 Post-Abortion Counseling The purpose of this course is to bring the student face-to-face with the literal realities concerning all of the major issues related to post-abortion trauma for both a woman and a man, and to prepare the student to become competent to counsel the post-abortive using a proven biblical approach. C403 Premarital Counseling This course will introduce the student to the importance of premarital counseling for marital preparation and the role of the church and its ministers in this process.

32 C404 Domestic Abuse Counseling To help decrease domestic abuse incidents within the church by counteracting false teachings and misappropriated scriptures about the expectation of the roles of husbands and wives, thereby helping to create a church climate where doctrine and religious teachings are sound, contextually based, and balanced. C405 Counseling Children and Adolescent Issues This course will study the issues that face children and adolescents including suicide, changes in family life, drugs and alcohol, relationship issues, sexual issues, abuse, eating disorders, and self-image. The counselor will learn how to address those in need of counseling and biblical methods for bringing healing. C406 Grief, Trauma, and Depression Counseling This course will study the cause and effects of trauma, the commonalities, the responses of those hurting, tools for healing, and the response of the counselor in the counseling setting. C407 Counseling Practicum This course will serve as the counseling program capstone for the student who has completed all of the other academic requirements for the Biblical Counseling degree program.

33 OUR CREDIBILITY Strong Bible Foundation Beyond ministerial and leadership training at its core, the IFCA-BC Curriculum is biblically focused. We believe in a strong foundation built on the Word of God using appropriate hermeneutical interpretation. We include Old and New Testament Survey courses, as well as courses focused on individual books of the Bible such as Romans, The Acts of the Apostles, The Book of Hebrews, The Synoptic Gospels, and The Four Gospels, among many others. IFCA, founded in 1927, is an affiliate member of the National Association of Evangelicals, an alliance of 70 evangelical church bodies representing more than 15 million members. IFCA Bible College, founded in 2014, is domiciled in the State of Ohio, and operates as an exempt religious institution of higher learning in accordance with exclusion OH ST Certificate of authorization. This institution is not certified by the board of regents or the state of Ohio. IFCA - BC is pursuing the application process with the following: Affiliation Membership with Association for Biblical Higher Education. Certification with the Council of Private Colleges of America. IFCA - BC is in a relationship with the following: Academic Partnership with: Berean School of the Bible Master s International School of Divinity Bridges for Peace Institute of Israel Studies, Jerusalem Israel Kilimanjaro Bible College West Coast Bible College & Seminary New England District Churches Eastern District Churches Northwestern District Churches Niagara Mohawk District Churches Great Lakes District Churches Southern District Churches West Coast District Churches

34 About Institutional Credibility Distance learning is the fastest growing edge of adult higher education, and the most widely preferred method of study for individuals serving in Christian ministry. Most schools are now offering degree programs through distance education. However, with the popularity and acceptance of distance education, there are also abuses by college degree mills and substandard programs promoting inexpensive degrees for very little work (such as reading a few popular books and writing brief reports). Therefore, many individuals and ministry leaders are skeptical of distance education schools that are not accredited. This is understandable but unfortunate. The truth is, there are high quality unaccredited schools that are of exceptionally good quality. These institutions may offer advantages that accredited schools cannot. High quality unaccredited schools are usually unaccredited for one of the following reasons: #1 They do not accept government funding and therefore do not need to be accredited; #2 They are currently working toward accreditation (which can take up to 5-10 years). #3 They wish to keep their tuition as low as possible so that they can serve a wider group of students; #4 They have objections to some of the accreditation restrictions. Of course, degree mills and substandard schools often quote the same reasons as a motive to cover unethical and even illegal money making schemes. On the other hand, high quality unaccredited schools which exercise academic excellence are often recognized by other institutions. If the school is so recognized, then prospective students, current students, graduates, and ministry leaders have good reason to be accepting and respectful of credits and degrees earned at these institutions. IFCA BC will be such a program. We ve been asked the question, Does a degree from IFCA Bible College have credibility? In short, the answer is absolutely! In assessing the credibility of any institution, we suggest that you review the experience and education of the members of the organization. A ministry degree from IFCA-BC has been recognized by many churches and ministries and we are constantly seeing new ways to gain relationships, memberships, and affiliations which will only enhance our credibility.

35 PROFESSORS AT IFCA BIBLE COLLEGE We can confidently say that our professors are trained and equipped to teach the students of IFCA Bible College. We have provided a list of all the universities and colleges that the professors have received their credentials. American Christian College and Seminary Asbury Theological Seminary Ashland Theological Seminary Assemblies of God Theological Seminary Berean School of the Bible Capella University Central Bible College Christian Life College Community College of Air Force Eastern Michigan University Elim Bible Institute Emory University Evangel University Evangelical Theological Seminary Geneva College Gordon-Cornwell Theological Seminary Kent State University Malone College Mohawk Valley Bible Institute Masters School of Divinity National Louis University Northeastern Seminary Nyack College Oral Roberts University Regent University Rhema Bible Training Center Roberts Wesleyan College Rome Bible Institute Southeastern University Southern Illinois University Trinity Theological Seminary University of Cambridge University of Michigan Valley Forge Christian College Western Connecticut State College Western Kentucky University Youngstown State University Zion Bible College

36 IFCA Bible College Tuition & Fees For the believer, we understand that God has called us to stewardship. The truth is, we are merely stewards of God s property. He can choose to entrust us to manage as much or as little as He wills. However, in every case we are never to assume ownership because: The earth is the Lord s, and all its fullness, the world and those who dwell therein. Psalm 24:1 Consistently recognizing God s ownership can be difficult. It is easy to believe intellectually that God owns all you have but still live as if this were not true. Our society suggest an opposing view. Everything around us the media, education, even the law says that what you possess you own. Genuinely acknowledging God s ownership requires nothing less than a new way of thinking for many of us. It is with this mindset that we have come up with our philosophy for tuition for IFCA Bible College. Our goal is that you would receive a high quality education, but at the same time you would be investing in the advancement of the Kingdom of God. Being a part of IFCA BC you can be confident that you re education goals and your stewardship is glorifying God. WHY IS THE COST OF TUITION SO LOW AT IFCA BC? Our state of the art Bible College utilizes online, live-stream, and video based curriculum. This allows us to focus on educating students without having to pay for expensive buildings. With professors who believe in the mission, we re able to keep the costs low without sacrificing quality. The best thing: The student is able to pay as you go or make a one-time payment so you re not in debt for life! Registration Fee One-time Registration Fee $50 Student Tuition Per Class $125/Class One-time payment option for 2 Year DEGREE (Associate) $2000 One-time payment option for 4 Year DEGREE (Bachelor) $3500 Graduation Fee Certificate (1yr.) $75 2 Year DEGREE (Associate) $125 4 Year DEGREE (Bachelor) $225

37 Requirements for IFCA Credentials CHRISTIAN WORKER H101 IFCA History, Constitution & Doctrine B101 Old Testament Survey B102 New Testament Survey H102 Hebraic Roots M102 B103 The Life of Christ LICENSED PREACHER M101 Biblical Leadership M102 Marriage & Family T101 Introduction to Systematic Theology T102 Holy Spirit Theology T104 Introduction to Homiletics MINSTER OF THE GOSPEL T103 Introduction to Apologetics M201 Growth, Church Planting, & Evangelism B205 Book of Acts B202 Book of Romans T201 Systematic Theology I ORDAINED MINISTER B203 Books of Moses B204 Prison Epistles T301 Inspiration, Translation & Hermeneutics T302 Theology of the Early Church T202 Systematic Theology II Courses: (with permission classes may be substituted with electives)

38 3 Credit Course Mini-Seminar Pre-Seminar work to be done (Reading and Preparing for Class) Post-Seminar work to be done (Assignments, Papers, Test) Options: 1 or 2 Classes can be offered to help a student excel his/her program. Church Host Schedule: Class #1 Friday: 1:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 9:00pm Class #2 Saturday: 9:00am 12:00pm Noon (Working lunch Q&A) 1:00pm 5:00pm Host Church Requirements: - Minimum of 5 Students required to hold class - Strong Wi-Fi provided by Host Church - Large Class Room or Small Sanctuary provided by Host Church - Café or Fellowship Hall for meals provided by Host Church - Coffee & Water provided by Host Church - Host Church provides Dinner on Friday (Student is charged $5/meal) - Host Church provides Lunch on Saturday (Student is charged $5 for meal) Students may Audit class for $10 (paid to IFCA Bible College) + what the host church requires. Also Books may be purchased at Seminar for those auditing the class.

39 A Message from the President Dr. Alan James Schrader I feel honored and blessed to serve the LORD as President of IFCA Bible College. It is sobering to think that an incredible privilege has been bestowed upon all of us, the call of God to ministry. It is marvelous to consider that a sovereign God desires to use us with all our weaknesses to advance the message of the Kingdom of God and to display His power, But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the Excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us (1 Cor. 4:7). It is humbling to think we have been called for such a time as this. If you are looking for an educational institution that will passionately equip you to do the ministry work to which God has called you, then IFCA-Bible College is the place for you. IFCA-Bible College will not only provide you with a theological education that is affordable, but will also provide you with Spirit-filled, excellent academic instructions, combined with practical hands-on ministry opportunities. IFCA Bible College Main Office: Chardon Road Cleveland, Ohio office@ifcabiblecollege.com ifcabccleveland@gmail.com