COURSE WORK
The Golden Valley Bible College degrees cater to an Apostolic education. With emphasis on Bible knowledge and the Great Commission, we pursue most all our efforts in that direction. Continuing spiritual growth and ongoing ministerial skill development are critical both for “set-aside deacons,” ladies, and young people involved in the mission of the church. The Northern Golden Valley District Apostolic Bible College currently offers two-degree programs to meet a range of needs: preparation for ministry or further education; personal or spiritual enrichment; and everything in between.
COURSE WORK POLICY
It is the Golden Valley Apostolic Bible College’s policy that all fees are due and payable at the time the student registers for courses. Unpaid classes will be counted as null and void if not paid. I.A.B.C. accepts cash, checks, credit – debit cards and also accepts payments through the Zelle which can be found on your personal mobile banking app.
STOCKTON CAMPUS – ZOOM
At our Stockton Campus, courses will be presented via Zoom this semester. Each class meets on Monday night at 7 pm and is four weeks in length. Each night, a “first” & “second” year class as well as a “third” & “fourth” year class. A total of ten courses are taught each academic year.
Requirements
- All Students must follow the guidelines and instructions of the Instructor
- Zoom attendance is crucial to pass the course
- It is the student’s responsibility to complete the course by the deadline given by the teacher
- Unpaid classes will be counted as null and void if not paid.
NEVADA/RENO – In-Person
Classes offered at our Nevada satellite are “in-person” and are offered on a Saturday, from 9 am to 3 pm, one weekend per month. Nevada Campus courses are offered in Spanish.
Requirements
- All Students must follow the guidelines and instructions of the Instructor
- Classes are intensive – one day
- Attendance is required to pass the subject.
- It is the student’s responsibility to complete the course by the deadline given by the teacher.
- Unpaid classes will be counted as null and void if not paid.
ONLINE – INDEPENDENT STUDY
NGVD is delighted to offer it’s fourth year of online instruction. Online courses are for those who desire to dig deeper into the word of God by studying via a computer, tablet, or some other device for their learning at their own pace. Utilizing the internet and our curriculum, students will be able to investigate the subject matter by accessing online information and communicate their findings with their instructor and collaborate with other students enrolled in the class. Students may be enrolled in an Onsite class and Online simultaneously. Online courses must be completed thoroughly and thoughtfully according to the guidelines set by the instructor; the course fee of $115.00. Please email Director Ortiz for more information: goldenvalleyabc@gmail.com
The Associate’s Degree
The Associate degree is an undergraduate degree awarded upon completion of a course of study lasting two years. The Associate degree is composed of basic biblical studies which prepare the student for ministry. Twenty courses are needed for this diploma.
First & Second Year Courses
Apostolic Doctrine-1
Apostolic Doctrine-2
Apostolic Doctrine-3
The Book os Acts
Apostolic Worship
The Ministry of Teaching
History of the Apostolic Assembly
Elective: The Tabernacle
Contemporary Religious Movements
First & Second Year Courses
Church Growth
Introduction to Homiletics
Constitution of the Apostolic Assembly
Spiritual Authority
Spiritual Disciplines
Introduction to Hermeneutics
The Bachelor’s Degree
Third & Fourth Year
Exegetical Methods (Advanced Hermeneutics)
Introduction to the History of Israel
Symposium on the Word
Christian Ethics
History of the Christian Church-1
History of the Christian Church-2
Elective: Spiritual Warfare
Third & Fourth Year
Ministry of Counseling
Building Strong Families
Elective: Bible Prophecy
The Master’s Degree
Students who are graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology may continue studying for the Master’s Degree of Arts in Religion or the Master’s Degree in Divinity in the following accredited programs: Fuller Theological Seminary; McCormick Theological Seminary; Urshan Graduate School of Theology
2022-23 Graduation Ceremony, June 10, 2023
The NGVD Bible Commencement Ceremony will be at 12 PM on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the First Apostolic Church of Modesto