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Youth Work

Heart & Soul

2 readings
Reading: Spiritual Formation
Reading: The Church in Mission

Mind & Worldview

3 readings
Reading: Old Testament Survey
Reading: New Testament Survey
Reading: Intro to Christian Theology

Strength & Skills

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. Love your neighbour as yourself." -Jesus

2 readings
Reading: Effective Relationships or Marriage & Family
Reading: Service Practicum I & II
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Youth Work

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About this course

Columbia’s Youth Work Diploma is for students interested in youth ministry in church and parachurch settings. In this two-year diploma, students will explore the pastoral heart of youth ministry, develop capacities for leading and shepherding ministry programs, consider their character as a ministry leader, and survey the cultural landscape that emerging generations are growing up in. The youth work diploma is perfect for any student who loves God, loves people, is oriented toward service, and has a desire to see the church thrive and grow.

Diploma in Youth Work

Columbia’s Youth Work Diploma is for students interested in youth ministry in church and parachurch settings. In this two-year diploma, students will explore the pastoral heart of youth ministry, develop capacities for leading and shepherding ministry programs, consider their character as a ministry leader, and survey the cultural landscape that emerging generations are growing up in. The youth work diploma is perfect for any student who loves God, loves people, is oriented toward service, and has a desire to see the church thrive and grow.

Bachelor of Arts in Practical Theology, Major in Church Ministry

The Church Ministry degree is for students interested in exploring a call to ministry and/or leadership within the local church. Students will develop a Christ-centered identity and will grow in both clarity and confidence regarding the unique contribution they can make as ministers and leaders. This program is built on Columbia’s core practical theology curriculum and equips students with a broad range of ministry and leadership skills. This major also includes the opportunity to add a 15-credit concentration in Youth Work, Worship Arts or Biblical Studies. The Church Ministry degree is perfect for any student who loves God, loves people, is oriented toward service, and has a desire to see the church thrive and grow.

Minors

Each degree student at Columbia has the option to select a minor in a variety of fields. Typically, minors are chosen in a student’s third year of study and will inform the type of internship placement they choose. Learn more about available minors.

 

Columbia’s Youth Work minor is for students wishing to enrich their studies through exploring the pastoral heart of youth ministry, developing capacities for leading and shepherding ministry programs, considering the character of a ministry leader, and interpreting the cultural landscape that emerging generations are growing up in.

Practical, hands-on experience is an integral part of education. That’s why Columbia requires all degree students to complete an internship in their third or fourth year. Youth Work students have the unique opportunity to participate in an intensive 10-month internship in their third year. The internship places students in a youth ministry setting where they acquire valuable hands-on experience working in vocational ministry. The internship program is designed to provide a rich learning experience with practical skill development. For more information about Columbia’s internship program, including application forms and placement options, visit Service Learning.

Supervisor Evaluations (3rd Year Internship)

Download the off-site supervisor evaluation forms for the Youth Work 3rd Year Internship:

Student Stories

Sarah T.

“Being at CBC over the past four years has been such a beautiful space of challenging growth and gentle encouragement. I think the biggest area of growth for myself has been learning to see my life as not something that I need to control but as something to be given freely into the hands of the Father to be used for his purposes, whatever and wherever those purposes may be.”

Jack M.

The most important thing I learned about the Bible at CBC is that God transforms the reader through studying it. It’s more than just a collection of letters and laws. It’s convicting, raw and beautiful. Wrestling with it is okay. Most importantly, we learn about and worship our King Jesus through it. 

 

I discovered my passion for youth and kids at Columbia! I’ve already started my first job as a youth pastor, and I am living the dream! The future of the church lies with kids and youth, and if I can have a role to play in walking alongside these kids in their everyday lives, I would argue that is the biggest privilege of any vocation. I love talking about God and life with kids, and just hanging out with them, it’s the best!”

To view the Program Objectives for both the Diploma and the Degree in Youth Work, click here.

This program does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. As such, PTIB did not review this program.

Syllabus

Prepare to impact the future as you dip into the Bible and gain solid skills for mentoring today’s youth.

Heart & Soul 0/2

2 readings
Reading: Spiritual Formation
minutes
Reading: The Church in Mission
minutes

Mind & Worldview 0/3

3 readings
Reading: Old Testament Survey
minutes
Reading: New Testament Survey
minutes
Reading: Intro to Christian Theology
minutes

Strength & Skills 0/2

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. Love your neighbour as yourself." -Jesus

2 readings
Reading: Effective Relationships or Marriage & Family
minutes
Reading: Service Practicum I & II
minutes