All Certification Pathways through CLC require a minimum of 6 semesters of successful completion of REL 200 (CLC Colloquium) + three semesters of specific coursework and/or internship hours as outlined below:

** First Year CLC students will engage in Vocational Discernment sessions with Debbie Bury, Director of Career Development and Internships.

Interfaith Outreach

For students who want an emphasis on multi-faith religious studies and community building. This certification area prepares students to be global citizens in an increasingly diverse world.

On-Campus Partner(s): Ms. AnneMarie Bruner Tracey
Required: REL 204 – Intro to World Religions + 2 electives
Electives:

• REL 205 – Intro to Judaism
• REL 260 – Intro to Buddhism
• REL 265 – Intro to Hinduism
• REL 280 – Intro to Islam
• TREK 351 – Study Abroad
• TREK 251-Career
• TREK 151- Community
• SOC 308 - Sociology of Religion
• PSY 355 – Prejudice & Stereotyping

Theological Studies

For students planning to attend seminary or other related graduate programs, as further preparation in a ministry-related field.

On-Campus Partner(s): *Prof of Religious Studies
Required: REL 111- Intro to Religious Studies + 2 electives
Electives:

• REL 111 – Intro to Religious Studies
• REL 230 - Intro to Christianity
• REL102- Intro to Early Christian Literature
• TREK 251-Career
• SOC 308 – Sociology of Religion
• PSY 262 – Intro to Counseling

Religious Education

For those who intend to enter a professional non-ordained lay ministry in the local church or a career teaching in religious affiliated schools. This specialization has broad potential including: Christian Education of Children, Youth Ministries, and Young Adult and General Christian Education.

On-Campus Partner(s): Dr. Terrie Johnson, *Prof of Religious Studies
Required: EDU 115 – Foundations of Learning + 2 electives
Electives:

• EDU 308 – Classroom Management
• TREK 251 - Career
• PSY 250 – Human Growth & Development
• MUS 360 or 460 - Sacred Music
• PSY 262 – Intro to Counseling
• SOC 308 – Sociology of Religion

Non-Profit Leadership

For students who wish to lead a non-profit organization, whether that be faith-based, social justice or community-based non-profits. Students pursuing this specialization will choose from service hours within non-profits plus academic courses in business management and volunteer leadership.

On-Campus Partner(s): Dr. Sarah McCall, Dr. Barbara Davis
Required: 30 hours of field experience + 2 electives
Electives:

• BUSN 328 – Leadership
• BUSN 321 – Management
• BUSN 421 – Accounting
• BUSN 335 – HR Management
• TREK 251 - Career
• TREK 151 – Community
• TREK 351- Study Abroad
• SOC 112 – Social Problems
• SOC 231 – Intro to Social Work
  
  

Individualized Pathway

Independent Study. For students who enjoy CLC and would like to enhance their CLC experience with additional coursework and/or internship hours as they explore their vocational leadership choices
On-Campus Partner(s): TBA based on areas of interest, Ms. Debbie Bury
Required: A combination of Religious Studies classes, service learning and/or internship experiences.
Electives:

• TREK 251 - Career
• TREK 151 - Community
• TREK 351- Study Abroad
• REL 111 – Intro to Religious Studies
• REL 230 – Intro to Christianity
• REL 204 – Intro to World Religions