The Directed Study Program (DSP) consists of online courses designed to equip individuals for ministry.
Flexible & Affordable
The program offers a variety of courses on Bible, history, ministry, and theological topics
Along with four Core Courses, completion of twelve DSP courses (eleven required and one elective), meets the minimum educational requirement for ordination in the Brethren in Christ U.S. Each class also fulfills the lifelong-BIC-learning expectation for credentialed persons.
Schedule & Registration
DSP classes are offered each year during three 14-week terms: fall, spring, and summer. Classes are limited to 15 participants each. Courses are taught at a post-high school level and require approximately 5-8 hours of work per week during the term.
The registration fee for each course is $250 (USD); scholarships are available based on need and available funding.
Courses
Required DSP Courses
- B101r Bible Survey
- B103r Biblical Interpretation
- B201r Pentateuch
- B202r Synoptic Gospels
- H101r History of Christianity
- M100r A Study of Brethren in Christ Core Values
- M102r Evangelism
- M103r Intentional Discipleship
- M106r The World Christian Movement
- M202r Pastoral Care and Counseling
- T101r Basic Christian Doctrines