Youth Ministry Courses

The world of Youth Ministry is an area of emphasis defined as an age-specific religious ministry that provides support, ministry, and spiritual guidance to young adults, adolescents, and children. From an academic standpoint, Youth ministry is a defined faith group or religious organization designed to minister and engage with the youth in a community and to youth that attend a specific place of worship. Get more details below including other Nebraska colleges that offer youth ministry courses.

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York College (WNCC)

1601 East 27th Street, Scottsbluff, NE

York College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in York, NE, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Churches of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. York College, with only around 480 students enrolled, provides a low student to teacher ratio and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study offered at York College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• History
• Education
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score within the range of 860 - 1100, or an ACT score in a range of 18 - 24. This school has an admissions rate of about 84% of which only 29% chose to attend.

Tuition is approximately $17,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $3,100 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The York College "Panthers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate programs designed to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, directors, religious activities and education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).