College of Adult & Professional Studies

Leadership Education for Adult Professionals Adult Education Extended Education

Just one night a week and you can change the rest of your life.

You’ve always wanted to pursue your undergraduate degree. But with all of your committments, it hasn’t seemed possible. Our program is designed to serve busy adult professionals—men and women with jobs, families, and hobbies. In other words, people who live in the real world. People like you.

We recognize the need to balance the demands of your life with your desire to learn. Our adult-friendly format allows you to pursue your undergraduate degree by attending (entirely online or in class on our campus) one night a week from approximately 6:00 - 10:00pm, with an occasional Saturday.

By completeing one class every five weeks, you’re able to focus your time and energy on one discipline at a time. You can dig in. Learn a ton.

And then move on.

Our approach works for busy adults. We have hundreds of graduates that prove it. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be one of them.

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You and your classmates become a “cohort.”

Once you begin the courses in your respective major, you’ll take classes alonside other students who share the same major. This cohort model allows you to connect with other like-minded individuals—people with similar passions and goals. Our hope is to create a learning environment where you’ll not only be challenged and encouraged by your professors, but by your peers as well.

To help facilitate meaningful class engagement and interaction, your courses are kept intentionally small and will have no more than 25 students.

You’ll learn together. You’ll laugh together. And—before you know it— there’s a goood chance you’ll graduate together.

Bachelor of Arts and Certificate Programs At Northwest University, we believe the Bachelor of Arts degree is a foundation for a lifetime of learning. You can specialize in your subsequent learning and in your specific vocational efforts.

A Your B.A. degree should give you a solid—and thus wide-ranging—foundation.

We offer the following degrees: a B.A. in Business Management for those who plan to work in a large variety of organizations, a B.A. in Pastoral Ministries for those who plan to work in a church or a parachurch, a B.A. in Psychology for those who plan on working in human resources or social services, a B.A. in Elementary Education and the Humanities for those who plan on working with children in a formal or informal classroom environment, and a B.A. in General Studies for those that desire to work in a variety of contexts.

All of these degrees also function as a credential. They can open doors to new career opportunities, and they also can open doors to further education, if you choose to pursue a graduate degree.

In addition to Bachelor of Arts degrees, we also offer Associate of Arts and Certificate programs to help advance your career.

Associate of Arts Program Even if you have little or no previous college credit, you can earn an Associate of Arts degree in as little as one night a week. You can then take the next step and earn your B.A.

Certificate in Ministry Leadership Online certificate which provides the educational requirements for each level of credentialing for ministers in the Assemblies of God: Certified, Licensed, and Ordained.

Certificate in Christian Faith and Practice A concentrated program for students of all education levels looking to enhance their biblical and theological knowledge.

Certificate in Project Management Prepares individuals for professional and industry certification as a project management professional.

For more information about all of the programs, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit: northwestu.edu/adult/evening.

B.A. in General Studies The Bachelor of Arts in General Studies is an individually designed major option for students who wish to complete their undergraduate degree, work in a variety of professional environments, or potentially pursue graduate studies. Students combine selected courses from two or more concentrations and are required to identify a central organizing theme and design it under the guidance and supervision of a General Studies Advisor.

For more information about the B.A. in General Studies,, major course requirements, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit northwestu.edu/adult/evening.

B.A. in Business Management The Bachelor of Arts in Business Management is designed to provide students with the essential learning to pursue and develop effective business practices. The course of study is comprehensiveas and provides students the capacity to develop foundational hard skills in accounting, finance, project management, and marketing, but also pursue ethical and effective ways of doing business as a manager and leader.

The Business Management major is designed to assist individuals who are in a broad variety of professional arenas by ensuring that program graduates can: • Demonstrate the elements of effective communication in a variety of interpersonal and organizational settings.

• Demonstrate understanding of ways that individuals and groups influence organizational behavior.

• Understand and demonstrate management theories, principles, processes, and skills.

• Comprehend and apply components of human resource planning, personnel selection, motivation, and evaluation as these factors affect organizations.

• Understand and analyze principal decision-making resources that leaders use in organizational management.

• Communicate an understanding of ethics and apply ethical decision-making in organizations.

• Understand and develop lifelong learning attitudes and skills.

Program Requirements MAJOR REQUIREMENTS

41 credits

Human Resource Management Business Law Group & Organizational Dynamics Accounting for Managers Survey of Economics Managerial Finance Sigma Career Strategic Management Business Ethics Managerial Marketing

3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3

Project Management I

3

Project Management II

3

Business Plan Workshop

1

Information Systems Management

3

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

58 credits

Humanities 18 Science & Mathematics 10 Social Science 15 Biblical Studies 15 GENERAL ELECTIVES

26 credits

For more information about the B.A. in Business Management, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit northwestu.edu/adult/evening.

B.A. in Elementary Education & the Humanities The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education & the Humanities is based upon the traditional Elementary Education degree and is designed to equip students with all the necessary competencies to pass the state certification tests, enter the Master in Teaching (MIT) and receive endorsements in Elementary Education and/or Middle School Humanities.

The Elementary Education & the Humanities major: • Prepares adult students in the subjects needed to teach children from kindergarten through 8th grade. (Provided they complete their MIT) • Prepares adult students in the subjects needed to teach middle school students enrollment in Social Studies and English courses. (Provided they complete their MIT) • Learn to demonstrate the elements of effective communication in a variety of interpersonal and organizational settings.

• Prepares adult students for employment a paraprofessional or nonlicensed educator.

• Learn to think critically concerning issues in education teaching philosophies and skill sets.

• Prepare and study the liberal arts, biblical literature and theology, and educational foundations: the history and philosophy of common schools in America, technology, psychology, assessment, diversity, and school culture.

Program Requirements MAJOR REQUIREMENTS

45 credits

Foundations of Education Technology in Education Assessment of Learning Mathematics for Elementary Education I Mathematics for Elementary Education II Foundations of Multicultural Education U.S. History II: 1877 to the 1970’s Elementary Health & Physical Education Children’s Literature

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Reading Theories & Strategies I

3

Structure of English

3

Pacific NW History & Government

3

Physical & Earth Science I

3

Middle School Culture & Instruction

3

Survey of Economics

3

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

61 credits

Humanities 16 Science & Mathematics 10 Social Science 20 Biblical Studies 15 GENERAL ELECTIVES

24 credits

For more information about the B.A. in Elementary Education & the Humanities, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit northwestu.edu/adult/evening

B.A. in Pastoral Ministries

Concentration in Church & Ministry Leadership The Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministries is primarily designed to serve students who desire to build their degree upon the foundation of prior ministry experience. The course study is holistic and general, with an emphasis on a thorough general education requirement coupled with two years of Bible, Theology, and Practical Ministry Courses.

The College of Ministry is dedicated to assisting students in the development of heart, soul, mind, and strength, in the service of ministry. The Pastoral Ministries major has been designed to address the challenge of continuing education for adult students in today’s fast paced, ever changing world. The graduate with this degree should be able to: • Demonstrate biblical literacy and exegetical skills.

• Present a careful reasoned, coherent Christian worldview.

• Lead a life of integrity, compassion, service, and self-sacrifice based on the Christ-centered application of biblical truth.

• Effectively communicate the gospel.

• Exhibit habits of lifelong learning, self-reflection, critical thinking, sensitivity toward diversity, and personal prayer.

• Comprehend and apply effective leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Program Requirements MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 53 credits Church Ministry 3 Pentateuch 3 Discipleship & Spiritual Formation 3 Jesus & the Synoptic Gospels 3 Biblical Studies Elective 3 Pentecostal Spirituality 3 Ministry Life & Calling 3 Systematic Theology I 3 Systematic Theology II 3 Theology of Ministry Essentials 3 Principles & Methods of Teaching 3 Pastoral Care & Counseling 3 Internship I 1 Preaching I 3 Preaching II 3 Ministry Administration 3 Ministry Leadership 3 Internship II 2 Internship III 2

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

52 credits

Humanities 18 Science & Mathematics 10 Social Science 12 Biblical Studies 12 GENERAL ELECTIVES

20 credits

For more information about the B.A. in Pastoral Ministries, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit northwestu.edu/adult/evening.

B.A. in Psychology The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology enhances our understanding of the human condition in light of a distinctive Christian worldview. Our theoretical framework synthesizes broad-based knowledge drawn from the fields of psychology, anthropology, sociology, and cultural studies to provide the student with a sound social sciences foundation. Students are challenged and equipped to become change agents, accepting the responsibility to truly make a difference in the lives of hurting individuals within a global context.

The Psychology major is designed to prepare individuals planning to enter any number of post-baccalaureate occupational, human service, or cross-cultural settings by preparing program graduates to: • Understand people biologically, psychologically, cognitively, spiritually, and culturally.

• Demonstrate competency in academic content areas that meet prerequisites for graduate work in psychology, social work, counseling, and international community care.

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate their understanding of psychological and social issues in both written and oral formats, including master of APA style.

• Think critically concerning issues relating to psychology, culture, and social justice within the context of a globalized world.

• Practice Christian faith integration in the application of psychological principles and practices.

• Be equipped at the baccalaureate level to work with diverse populations and develop a corresponding professional identity.

Program Requirements MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Cultural Psychology Counseling Psychology Marriage & Family Lifespan Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Psychological Testing & Measurement Abnormal Psychology Social Psychology Physiological Psychology Cognitive Psychology Theories of Personality History & Systems of Psychology Psychology Capstone

45 credits 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

58 credits

Humanities 18 Science & Mathematics 10 Social Science 15 Biblical Studies 15 GENERAL ELECTIVES

22 credits

For more information about the B.A. in Psychology, course descriptions, and financial aid, please visit northwestu.edu/adult/evening.

What Graduates are Saying Beth Backes Class of 2011

Amy Weller Class of 2012 Why did you choose the LEAP program at Northwest?

I chose the LEAP General Studies program with a concentration in music and business. Eventually, I want to set up my own musical business venture. I had previously attended Northwest University through the traditional program, however, my education was put on hold for a time due to financial costs. When I learned about the LEAP program, I realized I could work full-time and go to school, making it financially possible for me to complete my degree.

Do you have any advice for prospective students?

If you took a break from college because of financial reasons or any other reason and want to finish your degree, I would recommend that you look into the LEAP program. The program is designed to allow you time to work and attend school simultaneously. It also is suitable for a wide variety of ages and stages of life. Begin your journey with a LEAP counselor. They are very helpful and inspired me to finish my degree.

Describe your experience at Northwest.

Building relationships in our cohort was the best! Learning together in a small group setting challenged me to grow both intellectually and spiritually. And I made some life-long friends along the way!

How did the LEAP program prepare you for what you want to do?

The course program helped me build on my theological foundation and broadened my perspective on how to best impact the ever-changing culture we live in with the message of Jesus.

Do you have any advice for prospective students?

Go for it! It’s easy to allow time and money to become obstacles to finishing your degree. I am so glad that I pressed through those challenges and reached my goal of getting my degree. It was really a transformative experience for me.

Investing in your future We recognize the rising financial costs associated with pursuing your education. While many of our students choose to pay out of pocket for their education, you also have the ability to pursue grants, loans, and scholarships. Some of the grants don’t have to be repaid. And many of the loans are low interest and require no payment until you finish your degree. A degree is within your grasp.

And within your budget.

Financial Aid and Scholarships Northwest University offers a Bridge the Gap scholarship.

This money is provided to help you cover the cost of tuition and can be over $14,000, depending on your academic status. Bridge the Gap guarantees governmental grants, loans and institutional scholarships for students in the LEAP program who qualify during the academic year at Northwest University.

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