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 Kentucky colleges that offer youth ministry courses.

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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Also known as SBTS, Southern Seminary

700 College Rd, Cumberland, KY

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, located in Louisville, Kentucky, is a school dedicated to providing a comprehensive education. The school maintains a Southern Baptist affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. Over two thousand students enroll at SBTS annually. Over ten different programs are offered at SBTS, including degrees as high as a Doctor's degree. The more popular programs among individuals are shown below:

• Ministry
• Theology
• Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
• Religious Education
• Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
• Religious, Sacred Music

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary also provides services for students such as career guidance for students in need of help, flexible scheduling for those with difficult working schedules, and job placement options.

The cost of tuition is close to $13,000 for graduate students and about $16,000 for undergraduate students annually. The prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for potential students. The yearly cost of housing is around $2,600. Some students at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary may be eligible for financial assistance, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. Get more information by clicking on the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Youth Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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).