Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts
Community Christian College offers one program of instruction leading to the two-year Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts degree. We believe it is essential for Christians to have some genuine understanding of basic areas of knowledge such as history, literature, the natural sciences, psychology, theology, and sociology. These and other subjects comprise the “liberal arts.” These traditional fields of learning focus on understanding: (1) the physical world, (2) what it means to be human, and (3) what it means for humans to live together in society. [No SOC code associated with this degree.]
This program consists of required courses and possible elective courses distributed evenly through two years of study in eight quarters (four quarters per academic year). Each course is worth from 1.5 or 4.5 quarter credits, thus yielding a degree program requirement of 94.5 quarter credits. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average (i.e. average of all terms combined) for graduation.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Students learn to communicate effectively when they: (1) read, retain, and apply published ideas, (2) write clearly and accurately in a variety of contexts and formats, (3) speak clearly and coherently in both formal and informal settings, and (4) employ the vocabulary of the subject being studied.
Students develop information competency skills, when they: (1) find and interpret information from text, tables, graphs, maps, and media, (2) evaluate authority, veracity, and bias of information, (3) utilize technology to organize and present information effectively, (4) demonstrate a working knowledge of basic computer functions, software applications, and problem solving, and (5) successfully complete a well-rounded liberal arts education.
Students develop critical thinking skills when they: (1) evaluate strengths, weaknesses and fallacies of logic in arguments and information, (2) compare, contrast, and/or apply biblical principles and concepts in a diversity of fields, (3) locate, evaluate and select appropriate evidence to support or discredit an argument or position, (4) construct a persuasive argument that is based on sound reasoning and evidence, (5) apply lessons from the past or learned knowledge and skills to new and varied situations, (6) apply the principles of scientific and/or quantitative reasoning to solve problems, and (7) devise and defend a logical hypothesis to explain observed phenomena.
Students demonstrated Christian character when they: (1) reflect the life of Christ in their attitudes and actions, (2) exhibit biblical discernment and discretion in decision-making, (3) display respect and honor to all people because they are made in the image of God, (4) model godly family behavior as mothers/fathers, sons/daughters, sisters/brothers, (5) commit themselves to the work of Christ in the world through involvement in a local church, and (6) actively participate in civic, political or social responsibilities in their community.
Students learn creative expression and self-awareness when they: (1) recognize their own strengths and weaknesses and adapt appropriate, (2) recognize their own biases and values, (3) recognize their learning style and make adjustments as necessary to improve their ability to receive and process information, (4) demonstrate the ability to give and receive constructive feedback, (5) develop time-management skills, and (6) develop stress management skills and/or other skills to maintain health and wellness, (7) set goals and develop strategies for educational, personal and professional development, (8) set goals and develop strategies to create balance in their personal and professional lives, (9) evaluate diverse artistic works in varied media, and (10) demonstrate creativity in an academic, artistic, or technical field.
Students learn effective social interaction and cultural diversity skills when they: (1) demonstrate respect and appropriate social acumen both in face-to-face and written interactions and communications, (2) work effectively as a leader and/or participant in small group settings, (3) apply biblical principles for conflict resolution, (4) demonstrate knowledge of and appropriate respect for people, created in the image of God, who do not share the same race, gender, religion, age, moral values, linguistic background, or physical or intellectual abilities, and (5) demonstrate knowledge and appreciation for the impact of the Christian faith in history and culture.