CBAC 35+
If you are over 35 and wish to pursue ordination with the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC), the BTh Special Track for CBAC-recommended mature students will prepare you to meet ordination requirements for certain denominations and churches.
In some cases, credits from uncompleted degree programs may be transferable to the BTh program. Get in touch with our Manager of Recruitment, Mel Evans, or BTh Director, Dr Chris Killacky, to discuss your options.
For admission requirements and tuition information, visit the Bachelor of Theology page.
Contact
Dr. Christopher Killacky
Associate Professor of Theology
PHONE: 1-902-585-2219EMAIL: christopher.killacky@acadiau.ca
Program Overview
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IDTH 2010 | Orientation(Pass/Fail) | 0 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 2033 | Journey through the Christian Scriptures 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 2043 | Journey through the Christian Scriptures 2 | 3 |
| BIBL 2053 | Introduction to the Christian Bible | 3 |
| BIBL 3063 | Interpreting the Bible | 3 |
| BIBL 3013 | Introduction to the Old Testament 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 3023 | Introduction to the Old Testament 2 | 3 |
| BIBL 3033 | Introduction to the New Testament 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 3043 | Introduction to the New Testament 2 | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 2033 | Introduction to Christian History 1 | 3 |
| CHUR 2043 | Introduction to Christian History 2 | 3 |
| CHUR 3023 | Baptist Identity | 3 |
| CHUR 3003 | Foundational Christian Beliefs | 3 |
| THEO 3013 | Introduction to Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 3023 | Introduction to Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO 3033 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| Practical Theology | ||
| DISP 3013 | Transformational Discipleship | 3 |
| EVAN 3013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| LEDR 2113 | Theology and Practice of Racial Justice | 3 |
| NXGN elective | Next Generation elective | 3 |
| PACC 3013 | Pastoral Care Strategies | 3 |
| PAST 3053 | Introduction to Preaching | 3 |
| PAST 3063 | Leading Worshiping Communities | 3 |
| SPFM 3013 | Foundational Christian Practices | 3 |
| Mentored Ministry | ||
| PAST 3011 | Ministry Integration 1-Pastoral Identity | 1 |
| PAST 3021 | Ministry Integration 2-Pastoral Identity | 1 |
| PAST 401a | Mentored Ministry 1 | 2.5 |
| PAST 402a | Mentored Ministry 2 | 2.5 |
| PAST 403a | Mentored Ministry 3 | 2.5 |
| PAST 404a | Mentored Ministry 4 | 2.5 |
| Electives3 (Arts, Professional Studies, Pure & Applied Science) | ||
| Elective | 3 |
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| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 |
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| Total Credit Hours | 90 |
1 Individuals seeking ordination within the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada should note that those under the age of 35 are required to complete a Master of Divinity degree to be approved for ordination.
2 Greek and Hebrew recommended.
3 Those seeking ordination within a Baptist context take Baptist Identity (CHUR 3023). Those seeking ordination within another denominational family should contact the Associate Dean regarding a Directed Study or alternate option for meeting denominational studies requirements within their tradition.