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Suggested Pre-Seminary Studies

The following subjects are suggested as college prerequisites for those planning to seek professional training for service in the field of Christian education. A range of several subjects should be taken in each of the four fields rather than limiting the study to any one.

  1. Physical Sciences. The student should select such studies as physics, chemistry, geology, botany and zoology. These studies will assist in gaining familiarity with the natural world and achieve some facility with the scientific method. Some laboratory experience should be included.
  2. English. The student should select such courses as composition, literature and speech. This work should help develop some of the basic skills essential for professional service in Christian education.
  3. Humanities. Under this heading are included such subjects as: philosophy, history, foreign languages, fine arts and biblical studies. These help the student acquire an understanding of the world of ideas and a sense of values.
  4. Social Sciences. Here are included such subjects as: economics, sociology, political science, personal and social psychology, education, guidance and applied religion. Through these studies, the student becomes familiar with human affairs and develops sensitivity in relationships.