Carlstrom Deaf Studies - Programs
The Carlstrom Deaf Studies department offers a choice of five emphases within the major. Two of the emphases are designed specifically for Deaf and hard of hearing students preparing for the ministry. Three emphases focus on Deaf culture studies for hearing students majoring in Deaf-related disciplines.
Deaf Leadership Training Program
- Deaf Pastoral Studies: A balanced curriculum in biblical and theological studies and practical ministry training.
- Deaf Interdisciplinary Studies major: A program of pastoral studies with a segment of requirements open for the stu- Carlstrom Deaf Studies Dept. dent to complete a trade/certificate program from another institute.
Cross Cultural Training Program
- Deaf Cultural Studies: A program of Deaf culture and language studies with a segment of requirements open for the student to explore designated support programs.
- The Deaf Culture Ministries: A cross-cultural pastoral ministries/ missions focus.
- The ASL/English Interpreter Preparation emphasis: A focus on a career in interpreting.
Deaf Culture Ministries Major:
An effective Deaf Culture Ministries major should have developed skills in the following areas:
- pastoral ministries and professional skills, enabling the major to preach and teach the Bible with contextual cross cultural accuracy as they actively participate in establishing national leaders and indigenous churches.
- proficient American Sign Language skills with the ability to process diplomacy and the social skills necessary to be an advocate and/or a linking pin between the Deaf and hearing communities.
- cross cultural communication skills possessing a teachable heart and attitude whereby the major will be able to minister biculturally.
- cultivating ongoing spiritual and professional development.
All students must complete the General Education Core and Biblical Studies Core. Total credit hours to complete the Deaf Culture Ministries major must be equal to at least 131 credit hours.