Develop your professional identity and interests under the supervision of a supervisor in a profession of interest. Assignments are designed to foster inquiry and reflection on site-based work.
Students have the opportunity to learn, grow, implement, lead, and reflect within a hands-on working environment of their choice according to their passions and God's leading. Students apply course material and academic learning in a pragmatic setting. The actual application of content comes to life and real growth occurs in a tangible way.
This course is significantly important within the life of the student and greater purpose of missional work, as practical application, conceptual design, and spiritual growth, are maximized as each student works with a professor to explore and narrow their purpose within a context of their choosing.
Students align Scripture and Biblical truth with their profession of choice. They strive to implement ideas and concepts into their everyday interactions with others which represent and lead others to Christ.
Students determine specific ways to implement Christian living principles into their real-life work setting in a tangible and goal-oriented manner.
Students implement Biblically based concepts within the context of their work with sensitivity, common-sense, and appropriateness. Every environment is different, and students learn to recognize the differences and strategize as to the best means to live out their mission within each unique context.
Provides students the opportunity to put classroom learning into practice, to reflect upon the skills and characteristics they need to hone, in order to become successful at their career of interest, to receive constructive feedback from a practitioner, and to determine the future educational needs.
Practicums are rooted in the New Testament concept of "disciple" as a learner who follows the master teacher.
Students identify where God is at work among peoples in a professional community and consider how they will join in this work.
