Students in the Deaf Ministry Program — both Deaf and hearing — complete more than 40 courses and eight preaching/teaching labs to earn the Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree. The program typically spans three years and is offered tuition‑free, with only a $20 technology fee per course.

Courses are taught in American Sign Language (ASL), with interpretation provided when needed. For those unable to relocate to Lubbock, classes are also available through Zoom, making the program accessible worldwide.

Below is the full list of courses included in the Deaf Ministry Training Core Curriculum.

DEAF MINISTRY TRAINING CORE CURRICULUM/COURSES

DEAF TRACK

  • This course is taught in ASL to Deaf students and those hearing who may want to work with the Deaf. In this course, we focus on the Pentateuch (Genesis - Deuteronomy).

  • Continuation of the study through the Old Testament — places, men, women, and promises from God. In this course, we focus on the books of Joshua - II Samuel.

  • Continuation of the study through the Old Testament — places, men, women, and promises from God. In this course, we focus on the books of I Kings - Esther.

  • An overview of the books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs

  • Textual study of the book of Isaiah

  • Textual study of the book of Jeremiah

  • Textual study of the book of Daniel

  • Textual study of the book of Ezekiel

  • This course is designed to help Deaf students and hearing students who work with the Deaf to see what God said to the people through these twelve prophets

OLD TESTAMENT

  • Scope of the gospel of Matthew with special emphasis on the Sermon on the Mount

  • A study of the life and teachings of Jesus through the gospel of Luke

  • Textual study of the gospel of John

  • Textual study of the book of Acts

  • Textual study of the book of Romans

  • Textual study of the book of I Corinthians

  • Textual study of the book of II Corinthians

  • Textual study of the book of Galatians

  • Textual study of the books of Ephesians and Colossians

  • Textual study of the books of Philippians and Thessalonians

  • Textual study of the books of I & II Timothy and Titus

  • Textual study of the book of Hebrews

  • Textual study of the books of I & II Peter and James

  • Textual study of the books of I, II, and III John

  • Textual study of the book of Revelation

NEW TESTAMENT

EVANGELISM

  • How to teach a friend about Jesus from the gospel of Mark

  • Presentation of various methods and techniques of teaching small groups and individuals

GROWTH

  • The study and the application of various biblical teachings that will ensure the spiritual growth of the individual

  • The study of marital maturity, values, insights, and skills which includes communication, financial management, sexual harmony, and parenting

  • How to study the Bible using the book of Jude. Study skills are taught which develop research and study habits.

  • Development of the ability to think logically and recognize false concepts

  • Basic non-clinical counseling skills and insights relevant to the people-helping tasks of ministry

HISTORY / EVIDENCES

  • Study of historical proof of Biblical people, places, and events

  • Survey of church history from the pre-Christian background through the Reformation and Restoration Movements to today

  • A practical approach to confident, bold, enthusiastic, and sincere speaking by use of short, personal topics

  • A practical approach to reading scriptures effectively

  • Research and presentation of select topics from scriptures

  • A practical approach to speaking compellingly in a classroom setting

  • Development and presentation of sermons from the Old Testament. Emphasis on narrative approach and using O.T. text to a N.T. reference for authoritative Christian use.

  • Emphasis is placed on preaching from a short text and a series of sermons from one of the Epistles, striving for the proper balance between Biblical exegesis and practical application

  • Development and presentation of sermons for weddings and funerals, and instructor assistance in ministering at such times

PREACHING

DOCTRINAL

  • A theological, doctrinal, and historical study of the Messianic seed prophecies from Genesis to the ascension

  • A study of the Old Testament worship based on the Law of Moses and the concepts of sacrifice and atonement

  • A study of the pattern of the New Testament church

DEAF TRACK

  • A study on how to effectively communicate God's word in ASL

  • A continuation of our study on how to effectively communicate God's word in ASL

  • A look at the daily life of the preacher and his work with the local congregation, the elders, and his personal responsibilities

  • A practical look at starting a Deaf Ministry both domestic and foreign