37 courses with the subject MAPT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MAPT 601Integrative Pastoral Psychotherapy 3 SH
This course is an introduction to the biological-psychological-systemic-spiritual model of pastoral psychotherapy. Counseling theory, techniques, and clinical use of self are ad- dressed through a collaborative perspective which integrates the literature of psychotherapy, medicine, body energy, cybernetics, systems, theology, and spirituality. The teaching team is drawn from psychotherapy supervision, medicine (psychiatry, sleep medicine, and collaborative family medicine) as well as Healing Touch. This course is designed to meet specific academic requirements of these disciplines: American Association of Pastoral Counselors - Area i. Core Clinical Theory 1.a. Counseling and Psychotherapy: Theory and Techniques as applicable to Fee-Based Practicing. Pastoral Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor - Category A.
3 SH Students survey the Christian movement beginning with the first century through the medieval period and the Protestant reformation to the enlightenment.
MAPT 603Pastoral Theological Method in Pastoral Psychotherapy 3 SH
This course is an introduction to methods for integrating theological reflection and pastoral psychotherapy. Participants survey the historical and theological foundations for pastoral psychotherapy, its grounding and contextualization in congregational and specialized ministry, and its critical relationship to behavior and other sciences. Students will approach methodological issues historically and relate various methods to contemporary and inter-cultural contexts. Methods for critical reflection and decision making will be applied to case studies and psychotherapy to foster the student’s own theological method. This course is designed to meet the AAPC Fellow Body of Knowledge Area II. A.3. Pastoral Theological Method as well as the Licensed Professional Counselor academic area social and Cultural diversity.
MAPT 604Pastoral Diagnosis in Pastoral Psychotherapy 3 SH
The purpose of this course is to assist students in their ability to assess persons and systems synthesizing a theological lens with other perspectives such as learning style, developmental theory, systems, cybernetics, resiliency, and psychopathology as described in the DSM-IV- TR. Treatment strategies will be applied through case studies to religious understandings of persons, functional theological norms, and pastoral roles and tasks. This course is designed to meet the AAPC Fellow Body of Knowledge Area II. A.3. Pastoral Diagnosis as well as the Licensed Professional Counselor academic area Appraisal.
MAPT 605Christian Missions and Globalization in an Interfaith World
3 SH This course will offer an overview of biblical models of mission as well as ways that the church has practiced cross-cultural missions from the past to the present, especially as it has related to people of other faith traditions. The course will address challenges and opportunities for Christian missions in the 21st century, namely issues around globalization, the growing gap between rich and poor, immigration and theology of religions in an increasingly diverse world.
MAPT 606Evangelism in the Contemporary Church & World
3 SH Students engage theological foundations of Christian evangelism in today’s global context. Students explore various models of theological praxis from the early to the contemporary church. Particular emphasis is given to contemporary strategies for evangelism and theological criteria for critical evaluation. This course fulfills the evangelism requirement for election to probationary membership and commissioning in The United Methodist Church as specified in The Book of Discipline and fulfills a requirement for certification in Evangelism by the United Methodist Church.
MAPT 608Teaching/Learning: Foundations for Christian education
3 SH This course surveys historical, theological, and philosophical bases of Christian Education with attention to ways that people learn. It includes how to facilitate learning, what to teach, choosing and creating appropriate curriculum resources. It is the foundational course for anyone engaged in educational ministries. This course meets the requirements for certification in Christian Education for The United Methodist Church and Children’s Ministry.
An introduction to the administrative and educational ministries of the Church. This course involves an examination of leadership styles, church organizational structures, group processes, recruitment and training as both professional and lay persons join together in the Christian Educational ministry of the Church. May be taken by non-degree students for undergraduate credit. This course fulfills one of the requirements for certification in the United Methodist Church.
3 SH This course assists Christian religious educators with their ministries with children and families. Students learn prevalent developmental theories and philosophies about accompanying children, parents, siblings and other significant mentors on their spiritual journeys. They examine resources, programs, weekday education, policies, supervision, and methodologies for effective ways that the church can meet the needs of contemporary families. This course fulfills one of the requirements for certification in the United Methodist Church.
3 SH A course designed to develop an understanding of youth in today’s world. Attention will be given to the personal, moral, social and religious development of youth and how these factors impact the educational ministry with youth. This course fulfills one of the requirements for certification in youth ministry through the United Methodist Church.
This course examines the development of adults as they move through the various stages of adult life. The transitions in the adult life will be the basis for surveying approaches to the Christian education with adults, including ways adults learn, faith development and resources for program planning with adults. This course fulfills a requirement for certification in Older Adult Ministries in the United Methodist Church.
MAPT 615Systematic Theology in the Contemporary World 3 SH
This course will examine the contemporary Christian theological understanding of God, sin/ evil, Jesus Christ, salvation, church and ethics. From exploration of these perspectives, students will begin to formulate and articulate their own theological beliefs.
This course is an introduction to the field of Christian Ethics. By practicing disciplined reflection on ethical issues, students will learn to use various methods in ethics, and how to employ responsibly different sources, such as Scripture, Christian traditions, social sciences/ philosophy, and experience, in ethical argument.
An orientation to the history and practices of spiritual disciplines for personal and parish renewal, this course particularly emphasizes prayer and its relationship to worship, discernment processes, prophetic witness, and Christian servant leadership. It provides resources for personal and corporate spiritual formation. This course meets the academic requirements for certification in Spiritual Formation in The United Methodist Church.
MAPT 619Spiritual Formation - Spiritual Direction/Companionship 3 SH
Students will practice focusing attentiveness to God, listening skills, psychological awareness, personal spiritual disciplines, spiritual formation’s historical background, including formative Wesleyan spirituality, and ethical issues for fostering this supportive relationship. They acquire training in ways to offer spiritual guidance and friendship. The course emphasizes many prayer practices, spiritual guidance, personal and professional development. This course is required for Spiritual Formation Certification in the United Methodist Church.
MAPT 620United Methodist History, Doctrine and Polity 3 SH
An examination of the historical tradition, doctrine, and structure of the United Methodist Church. This course fulfills the United Methodist Studies requirement for certification in Christian education, youth, music and evangelism. This does not fulfill the requirement for those seeking ordination as Deacons. May be taken by non-degree students for undergraduate credit.
This course will examine traditional Christian doctrines through the writings and teachings of selected twentieth century theologians. Students will learn both the historical development of major doctrines and the particular meanings offered by contemporary interpreters. The course will also include the use given to these doctrines in the faith, worship, and work of the modern Church community. May be taken by non- degree students for undergraduate credit. This course fulfills the theology requirement for all certifications in the United Methodist Church.
MAPT 627Communication through Creative Arts Media 3 SH
An introduction to various ways of expressing Biblical stories, religious and theological thoughts and concepts. The course varies depending on the selection of subject matter. Some possible topics are: mime, storytelling, puppetry, and the use of media in Christian education.
A survey of the Old Testament and the issues most relevant to its academic study. Both historical and theological approaches to the text will be emphasized, as well as the integration of these approaches with the tasks of Christian education.
A survey of the New Testament and the issues most relevant to its academic study. Both historical and theological approaches to the text are emphasized, as well as the integration of these approaches with the tasks of Christian education.
3 SH An introduction to basic theories and skills related to an understanding of the human personality and the ministry of counseling in the effort to establish helping relationships in Christian Education.
MAPT 642Teaching for Biblical Faith and Spiritual Formation
Plus at least one age level course from the following: MAPT 611, MAPT 612, MAPT 613, MAPT 614, MAPT 623 b. Christian Education/Youth Ministries Specialization (18 SH)
This seminar offers an orientation to the field of Practical Theology and an overview of methodologies for doing practical theological reflection in a variety of contexts. Practical Theology is concerned with Christian action; therefore we utilize practical theological methods to help us explore the connections between our religious traditions and convictions and the way that we do ministry.
In the “Culminating experience” students demonstrate their competency in Practical Theology and integration of course work in their ministry of Practical Theology. In consultation with faculty and/or advisor, students may choose to do a research paper, field assessment, or project related to their discipline. Students will submit an extensive proposal for their Master’s Praxis to the program director by August 1st for any research segment or project segments that will be done during the upcoming academic year/ summer. The specific format for this proposal is available from the program director. Faculty will review and approve proposals and assign faculty advisors.
3 SH This course provides opportunities for observation and practice in the field of children’s ministry under the guidance of a supervisor. The purpose of this field work is to focus on children’s ministry within the context of the local church. This course is a requirement for specialization in children’s ministry.
3 SH This course provides opportunities for observation and practice in the field of youth ministry under the guidance of a supervisor. The purpose of this field work is to focus on youth ministry within the context of the local church. This course is a requirement for specialization in youth ministry.
MAPT 665Practicum in Spiritual Direction/Companionship 3 SH
The practicum provides supervised field education in spiritual guidance of individuals and groups, extending over an academic year. This includes students’ own regular engagement with a spiritual director, monthly participation in a peer supervision group, personal written reflection, and a minimum of one spiritual retreat with professor. Prerequisite:
Students may complete the degree with a combination of any additional 18 SH from the MAPT program or may choose from one of the specialization tracks below. Specialization Tracks for the MAPT Degree 1. Christian Education/Age-Level Ministries (9 SH) a. Christian Education Generalist
Courses of special interest in the Bible will be offered, such as studies on specific biblical texts, for example, the Pauline epistles, eschatological or wisdom literature.
Courses given on topical or special interests. A special title will be used in each instance and will be entered on the student’s transcript. The intention of this provision is to permit flexibility in the curriculum for the student and to provide opportunities for study of issues not contained in the curriculum. Some special topics are: Christian education and the Future, Drug Education, Christian Education, and Human Sexuality.
With the guidance of their faculty advisor, students who have completed the required foundation courses may request an independent study. The purpose of this course is to meet specific needs of the student and to provide opportunity for intense research on a topic not in the curriculum. A professor with competence in the student’s area of study will guide the course and set requirements acceptable to the MAPT Program Director and the dean of the school of religion. Teacher Education at Pfeiffer University Pfeiffer University has a long, proud history of developing educators to serve in public and independent schools locally, across the state, nationwide, and internationally. In doing this work, the Teacher Education Program has engaged a continuous improvement process to ensure that high standards are maintained so that graduates of the Pfeiffer programs in education have the content knowledge, pedagogical skills, and professional dispositions necessary to be servant leaders in professional practice who transform the lives of the children with whom they interact.
