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Prairie College is a private, interdenominational Christian college in Three Hills, Alberta. With a commitment to academic excellence, career clarity, and spiritual discipleship, combined with a genuine and welcoming community, the school EQUIPPING PROFESSIONALS offers a formative life-changing experience. #ONMISSION

LOCAL: 403.443.5511 Box 4000, 350 5th Ave NE TOLL FREE: 1.800.661.2425 Three Hills, AB T0M 2N0 [email protected] WELCOME TO CONTENTS

PRAIRIE COLLEGE! 2 WHERE IS PRAIRIE? 3 STUDENT SUPPORT findWHAT STUDENTS SAY 4 Welcome 6 INVESTING IN YOU 8 WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU? 10 THREE WAYS TO STUDY We’re a community of Jesus- 12 I’M READY TO APPLY Prairie College is the only lovers from all corners of the world. higher education institution 14 AVIATION (Diploma) We’re committed to knowing the in North America that offers BIBLE & THEOLOGY living Christ—allowing Him into our coverage of the WHOLE Bible 16 at an undergraduate level. • Biblical Studies (Certificate & Diploma) learning and our work— so that we • Theology (Bachelors) Graduates of all programs • Humanities (Bachelors) can change the world in the ways will have a comprehensive that move us and matter the most to knowledge of the Bible upon 18 BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT completion of their education. • Outdoor Leadership (Certificate, Diploma & Bachelors) our generation. • Business Administration (Bachelors -Double Major with Divinity) • Workplace Ministry (Bachelors)

20 SPORTS & LEADERSHIP • Sport Management (Diploma & Bachelors)

22 CREATIVE ARTS HAVE A QUESTION? • Digital Media (Diploma) • Musicianship (Certificate) There are a variety of ways to connect with the admissions team to get support as you learn more • Song Writing & Recording (Diploma) about Prairie College. • Worship Leading & Music (Bachelors) 24 CHURCH LEADERSHIP • Youth Ministry (Diploma & Bachelors) • Pastoral Ministry (Diploma & Bachelors) OfferedPREVIEW virtually DAYS this year, Preview Days give you a complete overview of life at the College including sample classes, current student discussions, chapel sessions, and more. Offered monthly 26 INTERCULTURAL STUDIES from November to May. Register at prairie.edu/visit. • Intercultural Studies (Certificate & Bachelors) • Global Social Justice (Bachelors)

28 MEDICAL & SOCIAL SUPPORT VisitCAMPUS us in person TOURS or virtually and get a first-hand look at all Prairie has to offer. If you’re coming in • Primary Care Paramedic (Certificate) with Professional Medical Associates person, we’ll pick you up from the airport and provide a personalized Prairie experience according • Practical Nursing (Diploma) with Bow Valley College • Christian Formation & Counselling (Diploma & Bachelors) with Urban to your interests. Book your tour at prairie.edu/visit. Sanctuary

View our campus and the Three Hills area at prairie.edu/tour. 30 ACCELERATED PROGRAMS / MASTERS PROGRAM • Master of Leadership - Global Christian Education • Integrated Bachelor of Arts in Ministry – Pastoral + Master of Divinity (Carey) • Integrated Bachelor of Arts in Ministry – Pastoral + Master of Divinity (Taylor)

[email protected] | 403.443.5511 @PrairieColleges 32 BECOME JOB & LIFE READY 33 THE LAUNCH TRIANGLE 1 WHERE IS STUDENT SUPPORT PRAIRIE COLLEGE? FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE locateSituated in the stunning Alberta prairies, just two hours east of the Rockies, Prairie is within easy driving distance to three major urban centers and one hour north of the Calgary International connect Orientation Airport. Prairie is the perfect destination to get closer to God while advancing your purpose in Freshman Retreat this world. EDMONTON HEALTH & SPIRITUAL WELLNESS

Christian Counselling Accessibility Support Campus Security Spiritual Direction Intercessory Prayer Team

ACADEMIC SUPPORTS

VANCOUVER Student Success Lab RED DEER English Essentials Courses ROCKY MOUNTAINS Library Hy-Flex Learning Modality CALGARY TORONTO Academic Advising Prairie Online Databases College 16-Bed Hospital Lab STUDENT UNION @prairieSU Student Union offers an opportunity FINANCIAL SUPPORTS to lead within the student body while enriching student quality of life: CAMPUS AMENITIES CAMPUS ATHLETIC FACILITIES Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards Prairie offers well-equipped classrooms, The Rick Down Athletic Centre (RDAC) multi-purpose • Seasonal Events Online Tuition Payment labs, a library, student lounges, cafes, facility is the home of Prairie Pilots Athletics, our • Movie Events dining hall, auditorium, gymnasium, and intramural program and our health and wellness • Theology Club a fitness centre. facilities. It includes a centre feature court as well CAREER PLANNING • Sport and Recreational Activities as three individual courts that can be configured for • Coffee Cafes basketball, volleyball, futsal (indoor soccer), racquet Job & Ministry Fairs • Fancy Friday HOUSING sports, and a variety of other court-based sports. The On-Campus Job Opportunities • Concerts Our five-story residence provides RDAC also includes flexible seating for 1000 spectators, Leadership Training • Shopping Trips comfortable and basic living amenities. pop-up concession, and full change room facilities. • Open Mic Night All first-year students are required to OTHER SUPPORTS • Walking Club live in student housing (with some Other facilities: • Worship Nights exceptions). Mature students and families • Full Gymnasium Off-Campus Housing • Academic Advocate can apply to live in Davidson Apartments, • Cardio Machines • Rock Climbing Ombudsman a short walk away from campus. • Free Weights & Machines • Change Rooms Student Discount Programs 2 3 PRAIRIE TRADITIONS GLOBAL CONNECTIONS WHAT STUDENTS SAY CONFERENCE CHRISTIAN LIFE WEEK One-part missions conference, A full week of events that one-part networking event, this are focused on spiritual annual conference brings together renewal and challenging PRAIRIE CHANGES LIVES... students, staff, faculty and guests students, faculty and Discover“Going to Prairie was the best decision I to learn more about what God is staff to grow in their have made so far. The time I spent there is “I would doing in missions around the world. relationship with the Lord. irreplaceable. I have met friends to keep in recommend it to touch for life there and learned many valuable anyone, I’m so 1 2 “... All of you have changed lessons. Keep on rocking, Prairie. 10/10 would sold on it…” my life, enriched my life. recommend.” - Laura, Aviation Grad I cried when I heard that “I went for one year and the students and staff pray “At Prairie you get to meet the stayed for three. Loved for us on a regular basis… I God who is much more powerful, the community, loved how have friendships now that more loving than you would have seriously the professors I never imagined possible. ever imagined...” took my education and All of you have, in some loved the opportunities I ““way, helped revitalize took part in, ones I would my relationship with my have had nowhere else. If children, (all) who have you’re serious about a life in seen a positive change in ministry I can’t recommend me… Having God in my it enough!” - Sarah, life has opened doors Intercultural Studies Grad that I never thought to be possible. I have all of you in my life. God made that happen.” - Prison “It’s been incredible, just Encounter Program Student so much fun...“

“Prairie has been a place of joy for me...” “The Explore Program at Prairie has been transformational for me, to “If you’re looking at expanding your say the least…Some of the skills/ understanding of God and your place in His lessons I’ve learned at Prairie that I creation, have gifts you’d like to serve God believe will be beneficial for the rest DAY OF PRAYER CANDY BOWL with, or are just looking at doing something of my life are conflict management, Did you know that there are over Candy Bowl is an annual exciting, you can expect that God will meet understanding my performance 10 types of prayer? A tradition freshmen vs. upperclassmen you there. Prairie is being used by God in is not equivalent to my worth or first initiated by students, this football game that happens at great ways, and I am truly thankful to be value, and that failure is not final.” once-per-semester all-day event the start of each school year. among the alumni.” - Phil, Songwriting & - Molly, Outdoor Leadership Student gets students, staff and faculty The Candy Bowl is put on by Recording Grad together to practice and discover the Student Union, and derives ” 3the many facets of prayer. A time 4 its name from the tradition ” of refreshment, reflection and of filling the bowl or cup of Watch the testimonial VIDEO: http://go.prairie.edu/whatstudentssay intimacy, Day of Prayer is a bi- the trophy with candy for the annual highlight. winning team. 4 5 INVESTING IN YOU 10 WAYS TO PAY FOR YOUR *CostBUDGETING per year (two FOR semesters) YOUR FIRST YEAR Your Prairie education is fully accredited and recognized by the Province of Alberta and the US EDUCATION Department of Education. Graduates have gone on to Trinity Western University, Regent College, A Prairie education is an investment that will University of Toronto, University of Nottingham, Yale Divinity School, University of Chicago and Apply for SCHOLARSHIPS provide a return for the rest of your life. Tuition investmany others. and BURSARIES. compares favourably to other private, accredited Christian colleges in North America. Here you’ll get COST PER YEAR FEE an accredited, academic college experience on the (Two Semesters) Be a STUDENT LEADER in your bedrock of biblical values. TUITION second, third or fourth year. (AVERAGE PROGRAM IS 15 $330 per credit $9,900 CREDITS PER SEMESTER) $60 per credit $1800 Get a federal or provincial FEES NOW ONLY $30 per credit! NOW ONLY $900! STUDENT LOAN. $9,900+ ROOM $345 per month $2,766 DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL TUITION (Yes, it's the same!) Get a PART-TIME JOB during MEAL PLAN $547 per month $4,378 the school year. PROGRAM EXPENSES Fees for programs vary. See full schedule for details. ++ Find a SPONSOR. For a full-time on-campus student taking 30 credits per year this is a savings of $900, which amounts to a 7.7% decrease in the overall cost of tuition. The more credits a $7,250+ student takes, the more they save. RECRUIT another student and LIVING COSTS get a $500 credit applied to your (Includes room and board for 8 months.) student account (they’ll get $500 Prairie’s financial aid team can help with bursaries, student loans, and budgeting for too!). your education. View the full fee schedule at: prairie.edu/future-students/fees-and-financial-aid + Get a CHURCH MATCHING + If you have any questions about fees, scholarships or applying for aid, contact us: bursary (Prairie will match your Toll Free: 1.800.661.2425 church’s donation up to $1000). Local Phone: 403.443.3042 $2,000+ Email: [email protected] OTHER EDUCATIONAL COSTS Use your RESPs. SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES __ WORK full-time in the summer. Each year we distribute over The deadline to $200,000 APPLY is Know a Prairie ALUM? Ask them FUNDING & INCOME $600,000 to refer you, and you’ll get in SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS June 1 Including bursaries, scholarships, loans, etc. in SCHOLARSHIPS is designated for NEW STUDENTS $1000 off your first year. & BURSARIES (every year)

6 7 WHICH PROGRAM decide IS RIGHT FOR YOU? What greatest need in the world do you feel most passionately about?

I want to make the I want to help/serve others I want to break down I want to create, I want to bring I want to lead world a more equitable experiencing crisis or barriers between people ideate and bring Christianity to the I don’t know! others place difficult times and cultures beauty to the world next generation

Do you sing in Do you want to work Do you want to work That was easy! Does the sight of Were you born blood gross you out? to travel? the shower? in a church? with people or ideas?

GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE

NO, I am NO, I want NO, I YES, pass the NO YES I prefer YES People Ideas We’ve got you smelling salts to stay better with to lead prefer closer to technology but offices an office home make me setting Are you okay with Are you okay with break out YES working outside? working outside? in hives

DIGITAL BIBLE & SPORTS BUSINESS YES NO YES NO MEDIA THEOLOGY

CHRISTIAN PRACTICAL INTERCULTURAL MUSIC & OUTDOOR YOUTH MINISTRY AVIATION PCP FORMATION NURSING STUDIES WORSHIP LEADERSHIP PASTORAL

8 9 THREE WAYS TO STUDY

Over the last number of years, we have worked hard to provide a range of learning ONLINE PROGRAMS modalities so that you can learn according to your personalized needs. Certificate & Diploma in Bible choose Bachelor of Theology Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies Bachelor of Divinity in Business Administration Bachelor of Arts in Ministry • Pastoral • Youth ON CAMPUS HY-FLEX FULLY ONLINE • Accelerated Master of Divinity While nothing can replace Master of Leadership in Global Christian Education face-to-face study, Hy-Flex is a more personable option than traditional at-your-own-pace study that will allow real-time [email protected] access to your classmates Phone: 403.443.3036 and professors in a blended Toll Free: 1.800.785.4226 classroom environment. www.prairie.edu/online You’ll attend classes on a schedule. Ask questions and get immediate answers from your professors. You FLEXIBLE will participate in classroom group work. We hope this will All of these programs are fully help you stay more engaged online and you can start anytime. in your coursework and feel more connected to your Prairie AFFORDABLE community. Our multiple course scholarship gives you every 4th course FREE!

PERSONAL A RIGOROUS, TRANSFERABLE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE STEEPED IN SCRIPTURE Your Prairie education is fully accredited and recognized by the Province of Alberta and the US Our faculty and online community Department of Education. Alumni are able to continue their education at seminaries and other equip you to succeed academically institutions of higher education. Graduates have been accepted at such schools as Regent and grow spiritually. College, Tyndale Seminary, University of Toronto, University of Nottingham, Yale Divinity School, University of Chicago, Providence Seminary, and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Trinity International University). As in any educational context, the extent of transferable credit depends on factors such as grades achieved as well as the particular course of studies being pursued. 10 11 I’M READY TO APPLY

STUDENT TYPE BASIC REQUIREMENTS A Christian testimony (300-500 words) ALLapply APPLICANTS 1 faith-relevant reference (2 for ministry programs) 60% average in five Grade 12 subjects (one of which must be English)

English language proficiency demonstrated through IELTS, TOEFL, INTERNATIONAL Cambridge, Duolingo (other equivalencies will be considered). A study permit (student visa) from a Canadian Consulate or Embassy

You are older than 21 at the time of your application. We accept MATURE applications from learners who do not meet basic entrance requirements START CLASSES IN START CLASSES IN but have significant life and/or professional experience. SEPTEMBER JANUARY (Fall Semester) (Winter Semester) Provincial/state examined senior course results or other evaluation HOMESCHOOL methods. You must be a minimum of 17 years of age to apply. OCTOBER 1 FEBRUARY 1 Applications Open Applications Open

Comparable courses can be transferred if you earned a grade of C or JUNE 1 JUNE 1 TRANSFER better. Email transcripts to [email protected] for evaluation. Scholarship & Financial Aid Application Scholarship & Financial Aid Deadline Deadline DECEMBER 20 AUGUST 20 Application Deadline (After December Application Deadline (After August 20, 20, late fees apply.) prairie.edu/admissions | email: [email protected] | 403.443.5511 late fees apply.)

1 ADMISSIONS ROAD MAP 4 5 7 2 8 APPLY 3 ACCEPTED 6 ONLINE DEPOSIT PACK YOUR ORIENTATION COMMUNICATE WE'LL BAGS WITH ADMISSIONS REVIEW REGISTER FOR CLASSES 12 13 AVIATION

Fly ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN AVIATION

See list of tuition and fees for the whole program at prairie.edu/aviation Two-Year Diploma Fall & Winter Start Dates

Prairie Aviation Training Centre (PATC) will help you pursue an exciting, fast-paced career as a commercial pilot, while learning in a supportive ALUMNI SAY Christian environment. PATC grads are working across the world as “It never feels like you’re ‘time mission pilots, bush pilots, crop dusters, charter pilots, ramp workers, building’...The commercial license administrative staff and airline pilots. With a unique focus on training pilots OUR FLEET program at Prairie is very intentional for the mission field, the program will also equip you for any career in PATC strives to provide truly excellent flight training. To do so PATC utilizes a diverse fleet of modern aircraft that and professional, squeezing every aviation. prepares you for all types of flying, no matter where your career path leads you. PATC currently flies 3 Cessna 172s, opportunity to hone and expand your 2 Citabria taildraggers, 1 Cessna R182, 1 Cessna 210, and 1 Multi-engine Senecca II. skills throughout your flight training PATC graduates have used the experience that they acquired while training hours. Flight training costs are the at PATC in many avenues of life, whether dispatching for a company in OUR TEAM same no matter where you go. Northern BC, piloting an airliner across North America, or flying for a Our 2020 instructor team has a combined experience of 50,000 flight hours and over 120 years in the aviation Therefore, the best value is found in mission organization in Africa. industry in Canada, Africa, Asia and Asia-Pacific. the most comprehensive instruction and that, I have found, is what PATC PATC’s two-year aviation program is composed of flight training and aims to provide.” Bible classes at Prairie College. The flight program is designed to help you - James Roeleveld, First Officer, become a proficient pilot as well as a dynamic follower of Christ. Ground Latitude Air Ambulance school courses include Theology, Leadership, Biblical Studies, Aircraft Systems, Introduction to Flight Line Operations, and more. As a graduate you will earn an Associate of Arts in Mission Aviation, a Commercial Pilot License with a multi-engine instrument rating and an average of 230 logged flight hours.

OUR FLIGHT TRAINING INCLUDES: • Private Pilot License • Night Rating • Complex Aircraft Experience • Tailwheel Aircraft Experience • Mountain Flying • Instrument Flight Rules Rating (IFR) • Commercial Pilot License • Upset Recovery Training • Instructor Rating (optional) • Multi-engine Rating • Cross-country Hour Building • Extensive Simulator Training

LEARN MORE prairie.edu/aviation Come for a tour of the airport or book an introductory flight. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Watch: go.prairie.edu/aviation 14 15 studyBIBLE & THEOLOGY CERTIFICATE IN BIBLE DIPLOMA IN BIBLE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY - HUMANITIES BUILD A BIBLICAL One-Year Certificate Two-Year Diploma Four-Year Degree FOUNDATION FOR Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates Four-Year Degree Fall & Winter Start Dates Also Available Online Also Available Online Fall & Winter Start Dates Also Available Online YOUR LIFE From award-winning professors, For students seeking deep immersion in Along with an immersion in biblical and theological In our increasingly pluralistic world, the Church needs learn how to read biblical texts, Christian thought and comprehensive studies, the Humanities program draws on the disciplines Christians who can think well and in a distinctively ALUMNI SAY think theologically, and grow as biblical literacy. This program covers of history, philosophy and the social sciences to help Christian way. The Bachelor of Theology is ideal I have really grown in finding a Christian, while acquiring basic the whole Bible in two years (the only students live as people fully engaged in this world and for students who want a deep immersion in biblical joy in the Lord despite my thinking, research, and writing skills undergraduate program in North America finding authentic human identity as image-bearers of teaching and Christian thought. Learn from a broadly circumstances, and I’m being for college-level studies. to do so) along with foundations of Jesus Christ. evangelical faculty that represents one of the most grounded in the truth of the leadership and psychology. denominationally diverse post-secondary institutions in living and active work of God PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. regardless of what I feel. A Grow in knowledge of the basic PROGRAM OUTCOMES VERSATILE, EMPLOYER-FRIENDLY SKILLS highlight has been the classes storyline of Scripture and the Competently interpret both testaments With a cultural and biblical grounding, combined with PROGRAM OUTCOMES and the teachers. Being able doctrinal distinctives of Christianity. of Scripture in their literary, historical, advanced writing, interpersonal and reasoning skills, Learn to competently interpret both testaments of to study the Bible freely is an Grow in maturity as a disciple of and theological contexts. Develop you’ll be equipped to take on a role in practically any Scripture in their literary, historical and theological absolute honour and having Christ - make your faith your own - theological discernment grounded in industry whether you choose to focus on a vocation or contexts. Learn the Bible’s relevance for contemporary professors who desire to walk and understand the relevance of the Scripture. Hone maturity as a disciple in a ministry. faith. Establish theological discernment grounded alongside me to help me grow Bible for contemporary Christian life. of Christ in community. Understand the in Scripture and conversant with Christian thought. and succeed is an incredible relevance of the Bible in contemporary Humanities graduates are some of the most in-demand Learn how to respond intelligently and graciously to bonus. ADMISSION faith and practice. professionals because the competencies developed over challenges to the Christian faith. Develop research -Shaelyn, Encounter Grad Applicants must fulfill basic entrance the course of a liberal arts education — like harnessing and writing skills appropriate to theological and biblical requirements. ADMISSION creativity, doing research, translating the abstract to the studies through academic and practical study in both a Applicants must fulfill basic entrance concrete, and honing interpersonal skills. three-credit practicum and a written thesis project. TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. Prairie graduates have been able to ADMISSION ADMISSION CAREER continue their studies with transfer TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements. Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements. credit or degree recognition at many Prairie graduates have been able to OPPORTUNITIES seminaries, colleges, and universities continue their studies with transfer TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES • Technical/Creative Writer in North America and overseas. As credit or degree recognition at many Prairie graduates have been able to continue their This program offers advanced credit to study with • Pastor in all post-secondary studies, the seminaries, colleges, and universities in studies with transfer credit or degree recognition at Canada Institute of Linguistics at Trinity Western • Chaplain decision to grant transfer rests with North America and overseas. As in all many seminaries, colleges, and universities in North University, and provides an excellent foundation for • Spiritual Director the receiving institution. post-secondary studies, the decision to America and overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, graduate study. Prairie graduates have been able to • Entrepreneur grant transfer rests with the receiving the decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving continue their studies with transfer credit or degree • Administrative Assistant TRAVEL institution. institution. recognition at many seminaries, colleges, and • Office Manager Certificate in Bible students are universities in North America and overseas. • Church Director of eligible to join our Bible faculty on a TRAVEL TRAVEL Education 2-week study tour of Israel. Diploma in Bible students are eligible to Students can embark on a history study tour in Europe TRAVEL • Professor join our Bible faculty on a 2-week study and will have the opportunity to participate in a study Theology students are eligible to join our Bible faculty • Missionary Teacher prairie.edu/encounter tour of Israel. abroad program offered in 9 locations. on a 2-week study tour of Israel, and go on GlobeTREK, • Graduate Studies/Seminary our 8-month travel internship. prairie.edu/diploma-bible prairie.edu/humanities prairie.edu/theology

16 17 leadBUSINESS & MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE IN OUTDOOR DIPLOMA IN OUTDOOR BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY BACHELOR OF DIVINITY IN BUSINESS BACHELOR IN WORKPLACE LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP - OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP ADMINISTRATION MINISTRY

One-Year Certificate Two-Year Diploma Four-Year Degree Four-Year Degree 2+ 2 Four-Year Degree Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates Also Available Online Spend 14 weeks in the mountains Building off of their first year Join this leadership incubator in the This program is designed for degree-seeking at Frontier Lodge developing experience, second year students Canadian Rockies that emphasizes Develop as a Christ-follower to use business, both students who have already completed, or plan backcountry and leadership skills have the opportunity to dive deeper student leadership, experiential education, internationally and domestically, to better the world. to complete, a diploma program with one of our like communication, decision into their understanding of who God and Bible integrated with real life. The This program will equip you with highly relevant and partner schools. Along with your vocational training making, problem-solving, and is by expanding their own leadership program is structured with 28 weeks in practical skills for any industry, organization or career you’ll study the Bible intensively (the full canon conflict management, and spend capacity, biblical study skills, and the mountains at Frontier Lodge honing path. Graduate with job options, support and access of Scripture) and learn how to be Christ-centred, 14 weeks on main campus focused advancing in their own outdoor backcountry and leadership skills like to Prairie’s global network of transformation-minded theologically astute and globally aware in all of your on the Bible. skills with an emphasis on becoming communication, decision making, problem people. workplace dealings. “excellent, Kingdom-focused outdoor solving and conflict management. Spend PROGRAM OUTCOMES instructors.” the shoulder seasons on Prairie College PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OPTIONS (List Not Exhaustive) Receive expert coaching in campus where you will expand your Learn how to effectively lead both people and processes. 6 different outdoor sports PROGRAM OUTCOMES knowledge and discernment of the Bible, Build high performance teams and organizations. Solve Bow Valley College: including backpacking, rock and Students take significant responsibility participate in classic on-campus life, and real world problems. Know your strengths, interests and • Pharmacy Technician ice climbing, mountain biking, in the planning, execution and participate in on-campus leadership. abilities. Live up to biblical principles and contribute to • Legal Assistant whitewater canoeing, and winter facilitation of outdoor experiences, missional goals in secular settings. • Aboriginal Addiction Counselling survival. Graduate certified in which include numerous outdoor PROGRAM OUTCOMES • Early Learning Childcare Search & Rescue, Adventure focused teaching practicums. Develop a comprehensive understanding ADMISSION Medicine, and Field Leading. Graduates will also be equipped to of leadership and apply it to your own Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements. Olds College: take Association of Mountain Guides experiences in the real world including • Animal Health Technology ADMISSION exams. how to learn from failure, decision making, TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES • Land Agent Applicants must fulfill basic risk management, and curriculum design. Prairie graduates have been able to continue their • Land and Water Resources entrance requirements. ADMISSION Learn technical backcountry and adventure studies with transfer credit or degree recognition at • Environmental Stewardship Applicants must fulfill basic entrance skills. Plan, lead and teach educational many seminaries, colleges, and universities in North • Apparel Technology TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. experiences for others. Complete a vetted, America and overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, Prairie graduates have been able to personalized internship suited to your the decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving ADMISSION continue their studies with transfer TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES goals and interests. Internship placements institution. Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements at credit or degree recognition at The diploma transfers into the range from locations in Canada to overseas Prairie and at the partner institution. many seminaries, colleges, and four-year Business program with locations such as New Zealand, Swaziland or China. MINORS AVAILABLE universities in North America and an Outdoor Leadership minor and Digital Media TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES overseas. Graduates have gone on Business major. Sports Management Prairie graduates have been able to continue their to work as recreation managers, ADMISSION Intercultural Studies studies with transfer credit or degree recognition at activities coordinators, professional TRAVEL Applicants must fulfill basic entrance Outdoor Leadership many seminaries, colleges, and universities in North mountain guides, camp directors The program culminates in a 21-day requirements. America and overseas. As in all post-secondary and various other roles in a variety backpacking trip in Death Valley, TRAVEL studies, the decision to grant transfer rests with the of industries. California. TRAVEL Students will participate in a 6-month international or receiving institution. Students can participate in an optional trip domestic immersive team based internship. prairie.edu/explore prairie.edu/outdoor-diploma to the Tibetian China Himalayas and/or a prairie.edu/workplace-ministry 21-day backpacking expedition to Death Valley National Park, California, USA. prairie.edu/business-administration

prairie.edu/outdoor-leadership

18 19 SPORTS & LEADERSHIP

DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT BACHELOR OF DIVINITY IN team SPORTS MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

TURN YOUR PASSION FOR Two-Year Diploma Four-Year Degree SPORT INTO ACTIVE LEADERSHIP Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates

This program is for people who have a passion for sport and a heart Students in this program will develop leadership, entrepreneurial, and for serving their communities. Complete this program with a solid coaching skills while acquiring the knowledge and experience they need to introduction into Bible and theology, and a specialization in sports become Christ-like leaders in the sport, recreation, and leisure industries. CAREER topics ranging from theological foundations of sport to the role of Study all 66 books of the Bible during the four years. OPPORTUNITIES sport in society, and more. Students wishing to continue in Sports PROGRAM OUTCOMES Ministry may step into chaplaincy roles PROGRAM OUTCOMES Learn how to delineate the intersection of sports and faith by studying within teams or organizations like Athletes Learn how to articulate your faith in a sports context. Develop and the relationship with broader social, political, economic and demographic in Action. There is an ever-expanding implement sports programming that integrates Scripture and Christian dynamics. You’ll learn the technical skills to develop and implement policies range of leisure and recreation jobs with principles. Learn how to lead and mentor others in a Christ-like and programming according to industry standards. Complete an internship local government, NGOs, international manner within a sports environment. with a varsity level sports team. development agencies, and others. Graduates of our program will be ADMISSION ADMISSION positioned to take advantage of these Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements. Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements. opportunities: • Sports Chaplains TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES • Recreation Managers Prairie graduates have been able to continue their studies with transfer Prairie graduates have been able to continue their studies with transfer • Recreation Operators credit or degree recognition at many seminaries, colleges, and credit or degree recognition at many seminaries, colleges, and universities • Coaches universities in North America and overseas. As in all post-secondary in North America and overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, the • Fitness/Recreation Entrepreneurs studies, the decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving institution. • Youth Ministers institution. MINORS AVAILABLE Business prairie.edu/sports-diploma prairie.edu/sports-management

HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETICS @prairiepilots Prairie is a member of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC).

Learn more prairie.edu/pilots-athletics/#flytogether SPORTS MEN WOMEN Pilots Varsity teams are an integral part of Prairie College community life. Our athletes compete at a high level while integrating faith in their sport. FUTSAL

Our teams compete in the Alberta Colleges Athletics CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING Conference (ACAC) as an Associate Member. If you’re interested in getting more information about a Pilots INDOOR TRACK varsity team contact [email protected].

20 21 createCREATIVE ARTS DIPLOMA IN SONGWRITING & BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY CERTIFICATE IN MUSICIANSHIP DIPLOMA IN DIGITAL MEDIA RECORDING - WORSHIP LEADING & MUSIC

One-Year Certificate Two-Year Diploma Two-Year Diploma Four-Year Degree Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Fall & Winter Start Dates

Develop your skills, even if you’re just Be part of one of Canada’s most connected Digital Media grads are well-rounded, highly Develop your abilities to effectively lead others in the starting out. A year-long opportunity to and experiential music training programs. employable creatives. Learn basic to advanced worship of God through theory, practice, biblical study study music, an instrument, your voice, Interact with expert professors and techniques in photography, graphic design, and and leadership development. ALUMNI SAY and the Bible. Gain fluency in music as adjunct faculty like Brian Doerkson and videography. Find your creative voice and develop the “Uplifting, Christ-centred, you take private music lessons; learn more Matt Brouwer. Visiting artists like Brooke confidence to make an impact on the world through PROGRAM OUTCOMES and pushes you beyond about music theory and songwriting. Nicholls and Jaylene Johnson add their your craft. Leave the program with a professional In your four years, you’ll study the whole Bible and what you thought you Grow musically as you put what you learn experience each semester. Gain exposure to portfolio and a website to showcase your work. understand God’s design for worship. You’ll learn the could be.” into practice by participating in vocal and professional studios, festivals, conferences foundations of music, take music lessons, and learn how -Emily, Music & Worship instrumental ensembles. and other high production value events. PROGRAM OUTCOMES to write and weave together melodies, harmonies, and Arts Grad Upon completion of the program you will have a rhythms. You’ll learn to translate this knowledge into PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES professional web and print portfolio to solicit future writing lead sheets and charts for rhythm, vocals, strings, Increase your effectiveness and Learn to write songs as you study music in clients. You’ll become proficient in Adobe Creative and more. Students will also receive training in basic confidence as a performer. Develop the context of learning about the Christian Cloud software and a full comprehension of the audio recording with an emphasis on critical listening an understanding of the practices of faith. You will complete your diploma by advanced functions of a DSLR camera. You’ll learn and analysis from both an artistic and a Christian point of CAREER musicianship, music, and a Christian recording a professionally produced EP of how to use professional studio tools to enhance view. You will learn the use and meaning behind rituals worldview of the arts. Learn how to be original songs. photographic and video productions, and a command and symbols involved in worship. OPPORTUNITIES a productive, supportive member of a of aesthetic and design principles. • Graphic Designer musical team. ADMISSION ADMISSION • Singer/Songwriter Applicants must fulfill basic entrance ADMISSION Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements and • Music Producer ADMISSION requirements and submit audition Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements and submit two video demos. • Music Teacher Applicants must fulfill basic entrance recordings of two original songs (with PDF submit a digital portfolio. • Marketing Specialist requirements and submit one video demo: chord charts). TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES • Worship Leader a cover of a song or piece that moves you TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES Prairie graduates have been able to continue their • Photographer (with a PDF chord chart). TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES Prairie graduates have been able to continue their studies with transfer credit or degree recognition at • Videographer Prairie graduates have been able to continue studies with transfer credit or degree recognition at many seminaries, colleges, and universities in North • Sound Technicians their studies with transfer credit or degree many seminaries, colleges, and universities in North America and overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, • Private Music Tutors TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES Prairie graduates have been able to recognition at many seminaries, colleges, America and overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, the decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving continue their studies with transfer credit and universities in North America and the decision to grant transfer rests with the receiving institution. or degree recognition at many seminaries, overseas. As in all post-secondary studies, institution. colleges, and universities in North America the decision to grant transfer rests with the PRACTICUM and overseas. As in all post-secondary receiving institution. TRAVEL Students will complete one, three-credit Worship studies, the decision to grant transfer rests The program culminates with a 14-day practicum Practicum module, as well as participate in performing with the receiving institution. where you’ll be working with real clients in an ensemble. prairie.edu/songwriting-recording international context. Past groups have traveled to Tibet prairie.edu/musicianship and Ecuador. prairie.edu/worship-leading

prairie.edu/digital-media Watch: go.prairie.edu/worship See the Digital Media program in action: go.prairie.edu/digitalmedia

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minister BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY ALUMNI SAY DIPLOMA IN PASTORAL MINISTRY DIPLOMA IN YOUTH MINISTRY “The pastoral program - PASTORAL - YOUTH inspired me to believe that pastoral work is worth it. Two-Year Diploma Two-Year Diploma Four-Year Degree (Three-Year Option) Three or Four-Year Degree People matter, who they are Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates in Christ matters, being a Also Available Online Also Available Online Also Available Online Also Available Online part of someone’s journey in knowing Christ more is a Learn to serve God and others by providing An innovative program that combines The more academic of the Pastoral Ministry programs, this The more academic of Youth Ministry programs, this profound privilege.” pastoral service in a variety of contexts. academic study with practical experiences degree program equips you with a sound theological and degree program equips you with a comprehensive biblical framework drawn from study of the whole Canon of theological and biblical framework to understand the -Adam, Associate Pastor, Expand your biblical literacy, learn to to address the complex issues that youth Scripture. As well, a grounding in the key competencies such as mission of God in the world over time and through the Edmonton reflect theologically on life and ministry, face today. Ideal for those seeking a shorter become conversant with a Christian theoretical and experiential framework, and interpersonal skills, resilience, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and lens of critical interpretation. This program provides a worldview and apply this knowledge into support, before launching into youth ministry. disciple-making that will assist you as you become a spiritual deeper dive into human development with emphasis CAREER pastoral ministry in a culturally relevant leader. on childhood through adolescence. manner. This diploma provides the ideal PROGRAM OUTCOMES opportunity to discern if pastoral work is an Discover the world of contemporary youth PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES •OPPORTUNITIES Pastor appropriate life calling for you. ministry; examine youth culture, various Upon completion of the program you’ll be able to respond to This program will equip you with a tested biblical • Youth Pastor models of youth ministry, and the biblical the many opposing views of the Christian faith using research, framework for your ministry. Following the academic • Church Educator and theological foundations of reaching and analysis, and prayerful debate. You’ll develop an understanding study of biblical literature, history, and human • Worship Leader PROGRAM OUTCOMES Learn how to provide leadership coaching discipling youth. You’ll learn how to design of the issues of modern society through the lens of history. development, you’ll complete an integrative seminar • Youth Worker as Jesus did. Discover the competencies curriculum for youth as well as develop You’ll be able to interpret Scripture using interpretation and and defend your research before your peers. You’ll • Camp Director essential for effective pastoral ministry, creative teaching methods. Further develop context within the key books of the Bible as tools. You’ll graduate with a complete foundation for providing • Ministry Leader both practical and academic. Learn how to an understanding of the issues facing youth develop techniques in the art and science of preaching. You’ll godly and informed counsel to the next generation. • Not-for-Profit construct a sermon, develop your personal in today’s culture as well as become better learn how to provide Godly counsel and leadership to others. Professional teaching style and your own personal equipped to speak into the lives of teens with • Residential Support ADMISSION missional philosophy for ministry. discernment and effectiveness. Worker ADMISSION Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements and Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements and submit submit two references. ADMISSION ADMISSION two references. SCHOLARSHIP Applicants must fulfill basic entrance Applicants must fulfill basic entrance TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES requirements and submit two spiritual requirements and submit two references. TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES This program can be transferred into graduate studies OPPORTUNITY! references. Prairie graduates have been able to continue their studies with practically any seminary in North America. Students intent on TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES with transfer credit or degree recognition at many seminaries, completing a four-year TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES Prairie graduates have been able to continue colleges, and universities in North America and overseas. As in INTERNSHIP Pastoral or Youth Ministry Graduates of the diploma are eligible to their studies with transfer credit or degree all post-secondary studies, the decision to grant transfer rests Students will complete a 12-credit internship at their degree may be eligible to apply for entry into degree completion recognition at many seminaries, colleges, and with the receiving institution. home church. receive up to $14,000 (45 with the Bachelor of Arts in Ministry: universities in North America and overseas. credits) through Prairie’s Pastoral program at no additional As in all post-secondary studies, the decision INTERNSHIP TRAVEL Future Leaders Fund. tuition cost. This is a 45-credit hour to grant transfer rests with the receiving Students will complete a 12-credit internship at their home Pastoral students are eligible to join our Bible faculty on This scholarship is intended scholarship offered in financial partnership institution. church and a week-long Proactive Ministry Retreat (PMR) at a 2-week study tour of Israel (planned every 2 years). to support students with a with churches. Get more details from Kerith Creek Retreat Centres, a ministry of Focus on the Family. call into ministry through a [email protected]. INTERNSHIP prairie.edu/pastoral-ministry financial partnership with Students work with the Program Director TRAVEL churches (50/50 split of INTERNSHIP to arrange a 12 credit Internship with a Pastoral students are eligible to join our Bible faculty on a the costs.) Ask Admissions Students will complete a 12-credit cooperating Christian Ministry related to their 2-week study tour of Israel (planned every 2 years). how you may qualify for Internship at their home church. field of study. this exclusive opportunity offered to a limited number prairie.edu/pastoral-diploma prairie.edu/youth-diploma prairie.edu/pastoral-ministry of students.

24 25 travelINTERCULTURAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE IN BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERCULTURAL INTERCULTURAL STUDIES INTERCULTURAL STUDIES STUDIES - GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE

ENLARGE YOUR One-Year Certificate Four-Year Degree Four-Year Degree WORLDVIEW & BRING Fall Start Date Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates LIGHT TO THE WORLD Also Available Online Increase your cultural awareness and Prepare yourself to make a difference in the world of injustice, greed competencies through immersion and A blend of on-campus and international and poverty. This program was developed in consultation with 13 the study of anthropology, theology, experiences, the degree program will equip NGOs including Compassion Canada, World Vision, International GLOBETREK ALUMNI SAY communication, and culture. Lay the you with a personalized theoretical and Justice Mission Canada, Christian Children’s Fund, Medical Mission “The GlobeTREK program foundation for a life and work in a skills framework to help you thrive and lead and more. changed my life. The cross-cultural context. in our globalized world. An eight-month, around-the- Intercultural Studies professor PROGRAM OUTCOMES world internship that spans at least warned us that once we come PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES In this program, you’ll design a cross-cultural social justice 10 countries and four continents, back we are ruined for the In addition to an enriched study of the Study the whole Bible, as well as the intervention through the application of project and performance completed in the third year of study. ordinary. And it’s true. I am Bible, this program will take you on nature of God and His mission in the management concepts. You’ll formulate a biblically-based personal ruined for the ordinary life a 6-week, cross-cultural practicum world. Hone the qualities required to thrive philosophy and perspective of violence, injustice and human rights This internship is open to all Prairie because my desire to serve in to three countries where you’ll work cross-culturally including confidence, among global cultures. You’ll hone your ability to identify, appraise College students; however, there is a different culture has been with a partner organization in the field. maturity, contentment, and advanced and analyze human injustices and social behavior to affect change. an extensive application and interview ignited and cannot be put out.” Gain an understanding of key issues communication skills. Your studies will In addition, you’ll gain a working knowledge of the Scriptures that process for acceptance into the -Kerstin D., Youth Ministry like poverty, community development, culminate in an integrative capstone allows you to provide leadership to others. GlobeTREK year. Grad health care and evangelism. project where you will focus on a topic Learn how to navigate ethnocentrism, close to your heart. Graduate with a ADMISSION The cost is dependent on internship culture shock and cultural stress. Teaching English to Speakers of Other Applicants must fulfill basic entrance requirements to be accepted choice, credits taken, travel, health Languages (TESOL) Certification. into the program. insurance rates, vaccinations and other CAREER ADMISSION expenses. Approximate cost is $15,000. Applicants must fulfill basic entrance ADMISSION TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES requirements to be accepted into the Applicants must fulfill basic entrance Prairie graduates have been able to continue their studies with • Missions or Ministry program. requirements to be accepted into the transfer credit or degree recognition at many seminaries, colleges, Professional program. and universities in North America and overseas. As in all post- • Foreign Service Officer TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES secondary studies, the decision to grant transfer rests with the • International Development Prairie graduates have been able to TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES receiving institution. Worker continue their studies with transfer Prairie graduates have been able to • Government Worker credit or degree recognition at many continue their studies with transfer credit • Community Organization TRAVEL seminaries, colleges, and universities in or degree recognition at many seminaries, Complete the GlobeTREK internship in your third year, subsequently, Director North America and overseas. As in all colleges, and universities in North America a six-month social justice internship with an NGO at a location • Humanitarian Worker post-secondary studies, the decision to and overseas. As in all post-secondary of your choice. You will work and study under the leadership of • Policy Analyst grant transfer rests with the receiving studies, the decision to grant transfer rests seasoned mentors as well as study the local language. • English Teacher institution. with the receiving institution. • Church Staff Member prairie.edu/global-social-justice • Aid Worker TRAVEL TRAVEL • Church Planter Students will complete a 6-week GlobeTREK is completed in the third year international practicum. of this program.

prairie.edu/discover prairie.edu/intercultural-studies

26 27 MEDICAL & SOCIAL SUPPORT healCERTIFICATE IN MINISTRY DIPLOMA IN MINISTRY DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY FIRST MEDICAL RESPONDER/ PRACTICAL NURSING FORMATION CHRISTIAN FORMATION PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC & COUNSELLING Two-Year Diploma Two-Year Diploma One-Year Certificate Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Four-Year Degree Fall Start Date Fall Start Date Offered in partnership with Bow Valley College, this program The diploma program offers a In this popular and competitive program, you’ll combines Prairie’s Diploma in Ministry with a Diploma in Practical foundation for basic, discerning The degree program carves out a pathway for learn how to assess, diagnose and treat patients Nursing. Intensive and competitive, learners will train to become spiritual care for others. At the same credentialing and graduate level training in a BE THE HEALING proficient and secure Christ-followers in the fast-paced field of time, it deepens your own personal range of people-helping careers, while building in a variety of medical and trauma emergencies; AND HELPING as well as gain a biblical foundation that will medicine. transformation into the likeness of on the spiritual foundations of the diploma support your long-term success in the field. Jesus Christ. program. HANDS OF JESUS Learn at Prairie’s Three Hills campus, equipped with a 16-bed The program is offered in partnership with hospital and simulation lab, and a state-of-the-art nursing manikin PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES Professional Associates (PMA) and is accredited (lifelike patient simulator). Learn how to slow down and become Study the whole Bible and learn to integrate by Alberta College of Paramedics (ACP), allowing intentional in friendship with God. Christian theological psychology with empirical ALUMNI SAY graduates to work across Canada. The program PROGRAM OUTCOMES Cultivate a listening life through research to appraise contemporary therapies. “Knowing I could features cross-disciplinary training with PCP Develop your knowledge in anatomy and physiology, applied meditation on the Word and works of Develop an understanding of the theoretical and learn, grow, mess up, students working alongside Practical Nursing pharmacology, nursing arts, nursing foundations, health education, God. Develop a distinctly evangelical practical foundations of counselling, and develop and be totally myself students in emergency simulations. maternity, pediatric, mental health and community nursing (list theology of God and the human practical skills in becoming a “skilled helper.” in a safe, judgement- not exhaustive). Learn skills like catheterization, tracheostomy condition and learn to integrate Students will graduate with ‘level 1’ certification free community was care, wound care, injection/IV initiation and more. Your training theology and human behavior. Learn in spiritual direction from Urban Sanctuary, PROGRAM OUTCOMES everything to me. I was Develop effective communication and will equip you to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration from the wisdom of the church which includes the opportunity to learn from surrounded by godly interpersonal skills. Learn how to navigate Exam (CPNRE). Your biblical training will provide a Christ-centered through the centuries. Complete a and work with experienced evangelical Christian women that became ethical and moral dilemmas on the job. Acquire foundation for your skills. directed study project on the topic of counsellors and spiritual directors. Complete a lifelong supporters, practical skills to treat patients in emergencies. your choice. 9-credit internship. mentors, and friends.” Graduate with a First Medical Responder (FMR) ADMISSION -Madison, Practical Certification and PCP certification. Successful Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie College entrance requirements, ADMISSION ADMISSION Nursing completion of the program will provide eligibility as well as the following: Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie College to write ACP exams and register with ACP. • Min. 60% final mark in English 30-1 or 70% in English 30-2, or College entrance requirements. entrance requirements. equivalent ADMISSION • Credit in Math 20-1 or min. final mark of 60% in 20-2. OFF-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE OFF-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE (Optional) Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie College • Min. final mark of 60% in Bio 30 or 60% in Anatomy & (Optional) Spend seven weeks learning about God through CAREER entrance requirements to be accepted into the Physiology at BVC or equivalent In fall of your second year, you can the beauty of His handiwork in the Canadian Post-acceptance requirements: OPPORTUNITIES program. Upon acceptance, students must fulfill spend seven weeks learning about Rocky Mountains at Frontier Lodge. • Licensed Practical • Up-to-date immunizations further requirements to move onto the PCP God through the beauty of His Nurse • CPR Healthcare Provider certificate portion of the course: handiwork in the Canadian Rocky TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES • Health Care Aide • Police Information Check • Pass the FMR course Mountains at Frontier Lodge. This Prairie has developed a formal transfer • Contract Medic (Out of province or country equivalencies are accepted.) • Current Standard First Aid and CPR for Health experience will shape your soul, mind agreement with Briercrest that provides 12 • Emergency Care Providers and body. advanced credits into their Master of Counselling Dispatcher • Up-to-date immunizations PRACTICUM or Master of Marriage and Family Therapy • Flight Paramedic • Criminal record check Training includes three clinicals and a preceptorship. In the past, prairie.edu/christian- programs. Graduates have gone on to pursue • Addictions Worker • Fitness testing an optional international preceptorship has been offered in formation-diploma Masters training with other reputable institutions • Chaplain Mozambique. in Canada. • Graduate Studies PRACTICUM in Counselling, Students will complete a prairie.edu/practical-nursing prairie.edu/christian-formation Marriage and Family practicum from May to July. Therapy, Social Work WATCH the Patient Simulator in action: prairie.edu/paramedic go.prairie.edu/meetanne

28 29 INTEGRATED BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MINISTRY – INTEGRATED BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PASTORAL + MASTER OF DIVINITY MINISTRY – PASTORAL + MASTER OF with Carey Theological College DIVINITY with Taylor Seminary ACCELERATED PROGRAMS/ Complete in 5 Years Complete in 5 Years Fall & Winter Start Dates Fall & Winter Start Dates Delivered 100% Online Delivered Online or On-campus

MASTERS PROGRAM This innovative program shortens undergraduate and graduate This innovative program shortens undergraduate and EDucate study, getting you into ministry faster, through a partnership graduate study, getting you into ministry faster, through between Prairie College and Carey Theological College. a partnership between Prairie College and Taylor Seminary in Edmonton. MASTER OF LEADERSHIP Located in Vancouver, BC, at the University of British Columbia GLOBAL CHRISTIAN EDUCATION campus, Carey Theological College is an accredited institution PROGRAM STRUCTURE of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) in the United Prairie credits: 120 96 2 Years States and Canada. Taylor credits: 77 53 CAREER Starts in January. Total credits = 197 149 Delivered Online. PROGRAM STRUCTURE Prairie graduates will obtain 18 credits of shared credit OPPORTUNITIES Take Prairie’s Bachelor in Pastoral Ministry and then continue (advanced standing) and 6 credits of graduate transfer • School Principal This program equips Christian educators and leaders to work within the on to complete Carey’s Master of Divinity. The partnership credit for Church History taken at Prairie. • School Administrator changing environment of global education. Using advanced technology, reduces the amount of credits: • Educational Director learn how to create and shape a Kingdom-centric culture in your own Prairie credits: 120 96 PROGRAM LENGTH • Pastor educational spaces and beyond. Delivered in 11, seven-week courses with Carey credits: 72 57 The program can be completed in approximately five • Spiritual Director a one week break in between. Total credits = 192 153 years of full-time study. • Professor Save the cost of 39 credits (approximately $20,000). • Executive Director PROGRAM OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES • Entrepreneur Lead and teach from a global Christian perspective. Engage in practical PROGRAM LENGTH Along with the outcomes of Prairie’s pastoral program, intercultural communication for collaborative purposes. Plan and The program can be completed in five years of full-time study, the M.Div. program at Taylor is a context-based course execute strategies to operationalize education as missions. Demonstrate which is a reduction of approximately two years. of study preparing people for pastoral leadership and proficiency in current research methodology. Integrate biblical principles ordination in most denominations. Bible, theology, and EDUCATIONAL and teachings in the classroom. Develop proficiency in instructional design PROGRAM OUTCOMES ministry are at the core of the program. Students develop and coaching. Leverage instructional technology to empower learners You’ll gain a deeper and broader theological education with personal resources as well as the knowledge and skills PARTNERS to further the Kingdom. Develop biblically based principles and fiduciary less duplication between levels of education, and graduate necessary to become spiritual leaders. Graduates are practices to be good stewards of Christian school resources. with a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree. Carey’s Master equipped for a variety of pastoral ministries: chaplaincy, of Divinity program is designed with the conviction that military chaplaincy, church planting, missions, youth Graduates of the program qualify for Association of Christian Schools preparation for ministry is most effective when located in ministry, and other church staff ministries as well as for International (ACSI) Principal Certification. the local church. Students will remain rooted in their primary participation in the kingdom mission. The program also community throughout their studies, continuing to grow and prepares capable persons for doctoral studies. ADMISSION learn in their place of life and ministry. Masters specializations: Applicants must meet basic entrance requirements as well as present an Preaching, Spiritual Formation, Bible Study and Teaching, North ADMISSION undergraduate degree from a recognized college or university and have American Chinese Church Ministries, and Campus/College Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie College entrance achieved a GPA of 2.7 or equivalent, as well as: Student Ministries. requirements, and provide an additional spiritual • A video submission detailing your educational experience and interest reference. Further aptitude and calling evaluations in the program. ADMISSION will be completed during the undergraduate program. • Applicants without an undergraduate degree with significant life and Applicants must fulfill basic Prairie College entrance Prospective M.Div. students will be evaluated for entry work experience may be evaluated for flexible admission into the requirements, and provide an additional spiritual reference. into the Taylor portion of the program near the end program. Carey grants admission to qualified students in the integrated of the first year of Prairie study. Qualified students in Bible co-requisite: To graduate with this credential, learners must have program after 96 Prairie credits are successfully completed. the integrated program will begin to transition after 96 completed nine credits of eligible biblical study, either before or during Prairie credits are completed. their Masters study. Courses can be taken through Prairie College at a PRACTICUM reduced rate. Bachelor’s students will complete a 12-credit internship at PRACTICUM their home church and a week-long Proactive Ministry Retreat Bachelor’s students will complete a 12-credit internship PRACTICUM (PMR) at Kerith Creek Retreat Centres, a ministry of Focus on at their home church and a week-long Proactive Ministry The program wraps up with a three-credit international practicum. the Family. Retreat (PMR) at Kerith Creek Retreat Centres, a ministry of Focus on the Family. prairie.edu/masters-leadership-online prairie.edu/pastoral-master-carey prairie.edu/pastoral-master 30 31 BECOME THE LAUNCH TRIANGLE

JOB & LIFE READY A FORMULA FOR CAREER This year, Prairie College rolled CLARITY, LIFE DIRECTION out its new framework for launch& MOMENTUM career and life readiness. Your time at Prairie will give you the Established in 1922, Prairie College (formerlyready known as Prairie Bible Institute) is approaching 100 JOB SEARCH/ Through this framework, brain space, the environment ACQUISITION years as an institution. For most of the twentieth century, Prairie was the largest missionary training we are helping students and the support to level up in SKILLS centre in Canada and the second largest in the continent, sending 20 to 60% of its graduates to discover their identity, your spiritual and career life. foreign mission fields. calling and purpose in God. Today, our paradigm has changed but the heartbeat of the school remains the same: JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS To Know Christ, and Make Him Known. The school now represents one of the most denominationally diversified faculties in Christian INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE higher education in Canada. The world and the workplace are changing at a rapid pace. vocational PROFESSIONALISM & The mission field is all around us, as much as it is abroad. General Work Place Competencies readiness Whether you are pursuing a vocation on the airstrip, in a boardroom, behind a pulpit, a computer INTELLECTUAL FORMATION or a camera we will train you to be market- and life-ready to meet the greatest needs of the world. - Academic Competencies Foundational We think this vision is as important as it ever has been. CHARACTER - Personal Effectiveness Competencies DEvElopment Career Clarity, life direction and momentum SPIRITUAL FORMATION

WE ARE WORKING TOWARDS AN AUDACIOUS GOAL- that in five years EVERY GRADUATE of Prairie College would leave with TWO JOB OFFERS. THE BRICKS OF THE LAUNCH TRIANGLE LIFE PATH COACHING PARTNERS MENTORSHIP Envision your future and combine With over 80 partners in a variety of We facilitate mentorship If you are a Jesus-lover with a growth mindset looking for a rare a growing understanding of your industries, we advocate for internships connections between alumni and community, then Prairie College may be the place for you. We strengths and skills with God’s leading and job placements for our students new grads in the field. hope you will join the next generation of Prairie alumni as we in your life. Offered by life coaches and graduates, striving for two job embark on the next 100 years. each year. offers for each graduate. REAL WORLD ACCELERATED LEARN FROM THE INTERNATIONAL CAREER EXPERIENCE PROGRAMS TESTED AND THE BEST TRAVEL WITH Prairie partners with We provide accelerated Our faculty stand out with GLOBETREK President Mark Maxwell other post-secondary programs with other reputable academic credentials and real Get exposure to different institutions and Christian seminaries, creating world experience in some of the cultures in a variety organizations to deepen advanced standing that world’s most demanding business of international travel DEVELOPING PROFESSIONALS #ONMISSION the practical experiences translates into higher levels environments. With low faculty- opportunities, from six of our students in secular of training. Complete your to-student ratios, you’ll benefit weeks to nine months long, environments. education faster with a from hands-on advice and build offered every year. reduced financial investment. your network while you study. 32 33