salt

Courses and Scheduling

Current SALT Course Offerings
Hope creates SALT courses to meet the expressed needs of churches and emerging church leaders. The following courses are currently available.

BIB1400/BIB5440 Jesus and the Kingdom of God (2 units)
Students explore the purpose, structure, content, theological claims, and enduring significance of Matthew’s Gospel. Special attention is given to Matthew’s presentation of Jesus’ origin and identity, the nature and content of his Kingdom proclamation, and the facts and significance of his crucifixion and resurrection. Click here for syllabus.

BIB2105/BIB5105 Bible Study Methods & Tools (2 units)
This 5-week course develops the participants' ability to interpret the Bible with confidence and accuracy. It provides a systematic and non-technical method for studying the Bible, and teaches participants how to use easily accessible Bible tools. Click here for syllabus.

BIB2330/BIB5330 Psalms (2 units)
This course introduces students to the leading principles and forms of Hebrew poetry, as well as the structure, content, and theological emphases of various Psalm types. Students apply the Psalms in prayer, worship, and other aspects of the Christian life. Click here for syllabus.

BIB2400/BIB5450 Ephesians (2 units)
Students systematically study Paul’s Epistle to the Ephesians, one of the most profound documents of the New Testament. The course gives special attention to this letter’s background, structure, major themes, and relationship to Pauline theology. The course also encourages students to apply this epistle in their own lives and ministries. Click here for syllabus.

BIB2500/BIB5500 The Holy Spirit (2 units)
This course analyzes biblical teaching on the Holy Spirit in both the Old and New Testaments. It explores His person and ministry, giving special attention to the fruit of the Spirit, the gifts of the Spirit, and the leading of the Spirit. Students also consider some of the Church’s historical teachings concerning the Spirit. Click here for syllabus.

CHM1310/MIN6310 Developing Spiritual Disciplines (2 units)
This course introduces students to the spiritual disciplines of Scripture, prayer, fasting, silence, and solitude. It examines historical and biblical teachings on these disciplines, and explores their function and purpose for believers today. It also guides students into practical experiences of the disciplines, building a foundation for ongoing spiritual formation. Click here for syllabus.

CHM2200/MIN5300 Foundations of Pastoral Care (2 units)
This 5-week course examines both the theoretical and theological principles behind pastoral care. It also equips participants with effective foundational skills for providing pastoral care, including active listening, crisis management, visitation protocols, and pastoral prayer. Click here for syllabus.

CHM2210/MIN5310 Balancing Marriage, Family, Church, and Work (2 units)
This 5-week course guides participants to a deeper self-awareness and personal analysis of the dynamics of any imbalance in their lives. It provides resources and exercises that help them regain health and perspective in the four key areas of marriage, family, church, and work. Click here for syllabus.

CHM3320/CHM5320 Dynamics of Servant Leadership (2 units)
This 5-week course introduces the principles and practice of servant leadership. What is a servant leader? Why would we choose to be servant leaders? How does a servant leader function in the life of the church and in the world to which Christ sends us? Click here for syllabus.

ICS1100/ICS5100 Preparing for Short-Term Mission (2 units)
Short-term mission trips can be life-changing experiences for all involved. This 5-week course prepares individuals and church groups for these special ministries by offering a biblical perspective on the world’s peoples and the Lord’s call to go to the nations. Students gain practical skills for cross-cultural ministry that will benefit those who go, those whom they serve, and the host mission. Click here for syllabus.

New Course Development

Hope International University develops SALT courses only at the request of churches. In accordance with the SALT mission, courses must contribute to students’ biblical, professional, and/or personal development. They must also serve a large enough group of students to make course development cost effective.

We welcome the opportunity to dialogue with you regarding your church’s leadership training needs and how the University might partner with you to meet those needs.

To propose a new SALT course, please click here and fill out a simple proposal form.

Course Scheduling

SALT courses may be scheduled fo any or all of the following session dates:

June 6, 2011	September 10, 2012
July 25, 2011	October 29, 2012
September 12, 2011	January 21, 2013
October 31, 2011	March 24, 2013
January 23, 2012	June 3, 2013
March 26, 2012	July 22, 2013
June 4, 2012	September 9, 2013
July 23, 2012	October 28, 2013