Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry
The Youth Ministry degree at Colorado Christian University enables you to articulate a biblical philosophy of youth ministry, model an appropriate lifestyle, understand contemporary youth problems, counsel adolescents in different settings, organize and administrate youth programs, and communicate biblical concepts effectively in a variety of teaching situations. During your time in the program, you'll be required to complete an internship that gives you real experience in the field. Upon graduation, you'll also be prepared for seminary or graduate school.Course Catalog
Youth Ministry at CCU
It’s a whole new ball game. Youth culture has changed — even from just 10 years ago. With the rise of postmodernism and new expectations being placed on youth pastors and workers, there has never been a more important time for serious training, and that’s what you'll find at CCU. CCU's youth ministry degree program began over 30 years ago. In fact, you might call us one of the pioneers of youth ministry. Since that time, many other schools looking to train youth workers have modeled their programs after CCU's. We're established, but not stagnant. Our curriculum is continually updated — emphasizing biblical principles, discipleship, counseling relationships, and effective communication. In addition to classroom learning and internships, opportunities exist every year to participate in local and national ministry training events through CCU's involvement in the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network.
What can you do with a degree in youth ministry?
- Youth worker
- Youth pastor
- Nonprofit work
- Ministry administration
- Domestic or international ministry
Young people need models, not critics.
– John Wooden, American basketball player and coach (1910–2010)