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2023-2024 Online College Catalog 
    
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TH 405 - Practicum in Theological Studies


This course integrates theoretical knowledge and reflection with practical experience under the guidance of a field supervisor and faculty mentor.  The practicum is designed for the mature student nearing completion of the bachelor’s degree. 

Prerequisites & Notes
  1. TH 101, TH 220, and TH 335
  2. TH 405 requires a three-month pre-enrollment period for preliminary research and practicum setup before the student’s start date; therefore, the student must begin the process three months prior to the actual enrollment start date. 


Assignment Overview
Final Assessment: Final Paper

Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • Plan and execute a pastoral field experience.
  • Integrate theological knowledge and reflection with practical experience.
  • Sharpen communication skills through collaboration with the practicum supervisor, faculty mentor, and any persons involved with or affected by the field experience.
  • Deepen ones understanding of vocation.
  • Explore, with a view to discerning, a specific vocational direction.
  • Develop a Program Model that can be adapted for wider use.
  • Assess the outcomes of the practicum experience according to the objectives set forth in the Practicum Contract.


Credits: 3



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