BA-CEL - Christian Education Leadership (BA) (47 units)

The Christian Education Leadership (CEL) program equips Lutheran students to serve as Directors of Christian Education (DCEs) who are passionate about the Gospel, God’s people, and Christ’s Church. Students will be prepared to serve effectively in a congregational setting in the following roles: ministry leader, Christian educator, life span minister (including youth ministry), and care minister. Upon the successful completion of the Christian education leadership major and the DCE program requirements, students will be eligible to serve a one-year internship. Upon successful completion of the internship, and upon recommendation of the faculty, a graduate receives certification as DCE in the LCMS and becomes eligible to receive a call into full-time service in the church.

Attendance: Students will be required to complete two short residencies on campus, one of which will be associated with course. Costs associated with the residencies are the student's responsibility.