This course will introduce the student primarily to the history and theology of the religion of Islam. Special emphasis will be given to topics such as the life of Mohammad, the Qur’an and how the “Golden Age of Islam” (10th-13th centuries). The course will also include introductory information on Christian apologetics to Muslims.

A comprehensive introduction to the Old Testament, emphasizing its contents, major theological and ethical teachings, structure, and historical settings.

A comprehensive introduction to the New Testament, emphasizing its contents, major theological and ethical teachings, structure, and historical settings.  A survey of the inter-testamental period and history will also be reviewed.

The Old Testament Survey will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of each Old Testament book within God’s progressive revelation. It provides an introduction to the authorship and contents and major themes of each Old Testament  book. This course provides learners with a comprehensive survey of the Old Testament (part one), emphasizing its contents, major theological and ethical teaching, structure, and historical  settings. In addition, students will listen to selected audio studies on the Old Testament by Pastor and teacher Chuck Smith, the founder of the Calvary Chapel Movement.

This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of each Old Testament book in the Poetical and Prophetic divisions within God’s progressive revelation. It provides an introduction to the authorship and contents and major themes of each covered Old Testament book. Special attention will be given to important persons, places and events of the Old Testament. In addition to an introduction and overview of each Old Testament book, selected passages will be examined for systematic exegesis and application(s). 

The New Testament Survey course examines the historical background, cultural context, and theological contributions of the Gospels, Acts, and Pauline epistles within God’s progressive revelation. It introduces the timelines, authorship, contents, and major themes of each New Testament book. The course begins with the biography of Jesus as presented in the four Gospels, then follows the birth and growth of the early church in the book of Acts—from a small gathering of faithful followers in an upper room in Jerusalem to established churches throughout the Roman Empire. Alongside this expansion, students will explore the epistles written to instruct local congregations in both orthodoxy and orthopraxy.

The New Testament Survey will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contributions of the General Epistles and Revelation within God’s progressive revelation. It provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents, and major themes of each of these New Testament books.

Knowing God and viewing others as His children encourages healthy and successful relationships with family, employer/employees, fellow workers, and others. This course is designed to examine the important relationships that humans develop throughout their lives. Learners are introduced to principles that foster godly interpersonal relationships and are equipped to make an impact for Christ in their families, workplaces, and upon their culture.

What is science? What do scientists do? How is science done? What do scientists think? These questions, and many more, are practically unknown by Christians; but yet, many Christians add their voices to this debate without knowing what the debate is really about. Evolution. Creationism. Creation Science. Fundamentalism. Traditionalism. Naturalism. Darwinism. Faith. Religion. Worldviews. My hope with this course is that you will learn about what science is and how it interacts with the Christian faith.

This course is designed to help the administrator examine his or her own personal strengths and weaknesses as a leader. The student is exposed to the fundamental concepts of process, organization, communication, and decision making.

This course acquaints the student with concepts and application of technology in the education setting. A primary emphasis will be on the uses of new software applications in the educational institution with a focus on using technology in the classroom setting.

This course will expose the student to the principles and reasoning behind the design of the elementary school curriculum. The student will become familiar with the components of backward design. Determining what is worthy of understanding and identifying essential questions is at the core of this course.

In this course learners will be presented with various issues influencing current thought and practice in elementary and secondary education. The issues will be examined in light of their philosophical roots and their impact on traditional Christian education.

In this course learners are introduced to a brief overview of the historical and philosophical events and ideas that contributed to the development of present-day American education. The course also examines the present religious state of public education and the Christian school as the right alternative.

This course will examine and analyze current research and theories concerning the nature of culture and its relationship to the language development, cognition, learning, and academic achievement of the diverse student population in many of today’s schools.

This course discusses the foundations of the science of reading providing a scientifically-based foundation in the cognitive, socio-cultural, linguistic, and motivational influences on literacy and language development. The course presents the key scientifically-based reading research foundations needed to understand how reading develops and effective methods and strategies used to teach literacy skills to young children through young adults. Topics include understanding reading research, cognitive psychology’s contributions to understanding the reading process, language development, the sequence of learning to read, the essential components of reading instruction, and an introduction to the most effective approaches to teaching reading across the grades.  Within this course, teachers will learn how to integrate biblical understanding into the reading selections. 

This course is designed to expose the Christian educator to a variety of theories and theorists in educational studies. Students will gain a background in theories and will provide practical application to the theories that are meaningful in Christian education. 

A variety of methods will be used to assist students in the understanding and development of successful classroom management techniques. Instruction will be geared toward the specific subject areas taught by the students. A vital part of the course will be the practical application of classroom management techniques.

Elementary Science Instruction acquaints students with the concepts and teaching methods involved instructing elementary students. The key concepts highlighted in this course are: Biblical worldview, philosophy of science instruction, instructional methodology and project-based learning.

This course will expose the student to the comprehensive aspects of the reading and writing processes. The six areas of language arts: listening, talking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing will be explored. The student will become familiar with numerous teaching techniques, projects, and activities. This practical course will provide clear instruction on how to create language rich environments, implement effective authentic assessment procedures, and utilize learning tools. The overall goal of this course is to equip future educators on how to assist elementary age students develop efficiency and competency in the areas of language arts.

This course introduces future elementary educators to effective, developmentally appropriate uses of technology that enhance teaching and learning. Students explore digital tools, instructional software, and classroom technologies that support engagement, differentiation, collaboration, and assessment. Emphasis is placed on integrating technology with pedagogical best practices, promoting digital citizenship, and designing technology‑rich learning experiences aligned with elementary curriculum standards. 

Using a Christian approach to history, this course emphasizes teaching ancient history, United States history, and government to elementary students. Its specific purpose is to give necessary foundational skills for teaching history in the elementary grades.

This course develops an understanding of the foundational principles and techniques of effective instruction across subject areas taught in both elementary and secondary classroom settings. Emphasis is placed on the practical implementation of sound educational practices in lesson design, instructional methods, classroom materials, and classroom management within a traditional, Christian school environment.

This course focuses on reading, writing, and study skills applicable to content subjects taught in secondary schools. Strategies in using reading and writing for learning are covered. Pre-service teachers also learn to select and prepare reading materials consistent with skill and maturity levels of students, support English language learners, and promote recreational reading. Field component is required, relating to reading, writing, or study skills in which students can apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned.

This course will provide the student with the principles and concepts for teaching secondary English while exploring the components of a balanced, comprehensive literacy curriculum and methodology.

This course is designed to equip students with practical ideas, concepts, and strategies that will enable them to manage and instruct a quality physical education program with a distinctly Christian perspective. This course will address the purpose of physical education, various content in physical education, general misconceptions about physical education, the role of physical education in schools, what a quality physical education program is, how to develop a quality physical education program, and ways to instill godly principles into the curriculum.

Teaching history from a Biblical worldview is primary for the Christian School history teacher. This course emphasizes the creation of history lessons that incorporate a Biblical worldview as well as other primary components of a sound history lesson. The components that are covered in this course are: Biblical worldview, primary resources, literature connections, art connections, propaganda, and educational technology.

This course will present students with the best current practices and principles of assessment across the curriculum. The characteristics and uses of both formal and informal assessment instruments and procedures will be studied with emphasis on formative assessment and principles and practices for effective standards-based instruction. Students will also learn how to design, administer, and interpret a variety of assessment measures.

This course deals with epistemology as it relates to learning and exposes the student to the sequential design of the high school curriculum. The student examines from a Christian perspective the philosophy, content, structure, and sequence of curriculum within each of the disciplines.

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is consistent with the Teachers College’s Conceptual Framework, as some of the goals are to be problem-solvers, flexible, confident, adjustable decision makers applying mathematical knowledge to be good consumers and informed citizens in our global high-tech society. As a reflective decision-maker the student will make informed decisions, exhibit ethical, Christian behavior, and provide evidence of being a capable professional by documenting emergent numeracy development, developing lesson plans that demonstrate respect for the developmental characteristics of young people and needs of ELL students, and demonstrating the capability to teach and respect all young people.

Secondary Science Instruction acquaints students with the concepts and teaching methods involved in instructing middle school and high school students. The key concepts highlighted in this course are: Biblical worldview, philosophy of science instruction, instructional methodology and project-based learning.

This online course develops a strong algebra and business math foundation. Students learn and apply the following skills to a variety of algebra and business-related tasks: computation, fractions, decimals, percentages, algebra, trade/cash discounts, markup and markdowns, business statistics, payroll calculations, interest, notes and present value calculations.

If we love wisdom and search for truth, the study of philosophy is essential. This course deals with the basics of philosophy from a Christian perspective and gives many opportunities to apply biblical truth to the realities of Christian life and ministry. It deals with areas of logic, knowledge, truth, God and the supernatural, and ethics.

PRA288 Practicum provides a classroom experience in a public or Christian school school setting. Students work closely with a classroom teacher to develop a greater understanding of teaching and the skills necessary to become an effective teacher and classroom manager.

PRA388 Practicum provides classroom experience in a public or Christian school setting. Students work closely with a classroom teacher in order to develop a greater understanding of teaching and the skills necessary to become an effective teacher and classroom manager.

PRA488 Student Teaching is the culmination of four (4) years or 120 credits of preparation for teaching at Calvary Chapel University. Student teachers will apply principles of academic instruction, classroom management, and Biblical integration to a K-12 Christian school classroom setting appropriate to the endorsement area of the teacher candidate. Students in training will work closely with a classroom teacher to develop a greater understanding of the teaching profession and apply knowledge learned throughout the program to students in the K-12 classroom. An approved teaching placement may fulfill the 16-week placement requirement, but the student needs to complete the assignments for PRA488A/B.