Graduate Programs

Integrates faith and business by blending rigorous education with ethical leadership, strategic thinking, and real-world application. Develops skills to lead with purpose.

Program Highlights

• 30 credits, fully online
• Completed in as little as one year of full-time study
• Part-time enrollment options available for working professionals
• Emphasizes ethical leadership and service
• Focuses on integrative thinking and strategic problem solving for real-world application
• Designed to increase earning potential and pave the way for meaningful impact
• Open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any field
• Students without a business background may need to complete up to 6 credits of prerequisite coursework 

The Doctor of Nursing Practice/Master of Business Adminitration in Healthcare Administration (DNP/MBA) dual degree program prepares experienced nurses for advanced leadership roles by integrating doctoral-level nursing practice with business and healthcare administration. Grounded in a Christ-centered approach, equips graduates to lead healthcare organizations with vision, ethical leadership, and strategic expertise.

Program Highlights

• 53 credits, fully online dual degree
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Part-time enrollment options available for working professionals
• Interdisciplinary curriculum combining nursing leadership, business strategy, and healthcare administration
• Offered through a collaborative partnership between the School of Nursing and the School of Business
• Designed for working professionals with flexible enrollment options
• Prepares graduates to influence healthcare policy and lead complex healthcare systems
• Nursing courses held on Tuesdays. Business courses are typically delivered in the evenings on weekdays.

The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Adminitration in Healthcare Adminitration dual degree program integrates advanced nursing education with business leadership and management training to prepare nurses for leadership roles in healthcare organizations. With an emphasis on Christian principles, equips graduates to influence healthcare policy, advance nursing practice, and lead with compassion and strategic insight.

Program Highlights

• 50 credits, fully online dual degree
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Part-time enrollment options available for working professionals
• Integrates nursing practice, business administration, and leadership development
• Offered through a collaborative partnership between the School of Nursing and the School of Business
• Designed for working professionals seeking career advancement
• Nursing courses held on Tuesdays. Business courses are typically delivered in the evenings on weekdays.

The Master of Social Work/Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration dual degree program combines professional social work education with advanced business and leadership training to prepare graduates for leadership roles in social services, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations. Emphasizes ethical leadership, organizational management, and policy influence, equipping graduates who model Christ to make a meaningful impact across diverse communities and systems.

Program Highlights

• • 56 credits, fully online dual degree
  • Typically completed in two years of full-time study
  • Part-time enrollment options available for working professionals
  • Integrates social work practice with business and organizational leadership
  • Offered through a collaborative partnership between the School of Social Work and the School of Business
  • Designed for working professionals with flexible enrollment options
  • Social work courses held on Sundays twice per month. Business courses are typically delivered in the evenings on weekdays.

Southern Adventist University’s Master of Science in Professional Counseling is a CACREP-accredited program designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in counseling. Grounded in a Christ-centered approach, the program equips graduates to support clients from diverse backgrounds facing trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other challenges with skill, confidence, and compassion. Students may choose from emphases in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, or a dual specialty, providing flexibility to pursue state licensure and careers that align with their passions. Flexible course scheduling affords balance with career and personal life.

Program Highlights

• 60-66 credits, fully online or in a hybrid format
• Completed in approximately two and a half years of full-time study
• Designed for working professionals with full-time and part-time enrollment options
• CACREP Accredited for professional counseling licensure
• Emphases available in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, or a Dual Specialty
• Prepares graduates to serve diverse populations in schools, clinics, and mental health settings
• The Dual-Specialty option allows qualification for two state licenses (Professional Counselor and School Counselor)

Additional Information

Certificates are designed to meet licensure requirements and are available in both Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling for students with a previously earned master’s degree in Counseling.

Courses are taken in an interactive, online format and are not campus-based.

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Prepares educators and outdoor professionals to teach and lead effectively in nature-based learning environments. Designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree in any field. Focuses on maximizing the potential of the outdoor classroom to accommodate diverse learning styles and foster real-world problem-solving skills in children and adolescents. Grounded in a Christ-centered philosophy with practical and instructional tools to inspire learning through God’s book of nature.

Program Highlights

• 60 credits, fully online
• Designed for working professionals
• Completed in approximately two and a half to three years
• Part-time options available
• Focus on innovation, leadership, organizational change, and learning science
• Core competencies include leadership, communication, innovation, and research methods
• Customizable electives aligned with professional interests and career goals
• Prepares leaders to serve across K–12, higher education, nonprofit, business, ministry, and public sectors
• Doctoral project centered on an authentic problem of practice within student’s professional setting
• Instruction and mentorship from experienced faculty across education, business, healthcare, and ministry

Designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree in any field who feel called to the teaching profession and want to become licensed educators. Integrates practical classroom training with Christian values through mentorship, hands-on experience, and a relationship-centered approach. Graduates are prepared to teach with competence, compassion, and integrity in elementary or secondary education settings while building a fulfilling career in teaching.

Program Highlights

• 32-47 credits, fully online
• Completed in approximately two to two and a half years of full-time study
• Part-time options available for working professionals
• Open to professionals with a bachelor’s degree in any field
• Graduate teacher education program leading to teacher licensure
• Emphases available in Elementary Education and Secondary Education
• Combines practical classroom training, mentorship, and Christian values

Equips practicing educators with advanced strategies in teaching, administration, and learning facilitation through a Christ-centered framework. Designed to support professional growth and leadership development. Prepares graduates to serve as servant leaders in schools and communities while increasing marketability and recognition among peers and employers. Emphases in Instructional Leadership for roles such as school principals and superintendents and Literacy Education to strengthen student communication, reading, writing, and critical-thinking skills.

Program Highlights

• 33 credits, fully online
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Part-time options available for working professionals
• Emphasizes Christian-based leadership, current learning trends, and instructional excellence
• Prepares graduates for administrative and leadership roles
• Emphases in Instructional Leadership and Literacy Education
• Experienced faculty with backgrounds in public and private education
• Integrates educational technology and real-world application

Pprepares educators and outdoor professionals to teach and lead effectively in nature-based learning environments. Designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree in any field. Focuses on maximizing the potential of the outdoor classroom to accommodate diverse learning styles and foster real-world problem-solving skills in children and adolescents. Grounded in a Christ-centered philosophy with practical and instructional tools to inspire learning through God’s book of nature.

Program Highlights

• 33 credits,  in-person, two-week summer field school intensives, online coursework
• Completed over three consecutive summers with a fall practicum
• Open to professionals with a bachelor’s degree in any field
• Emphasizes experiential, nature-based education and outdoor leadership
• Prepares graduates to work as educators, youth leaders, and outdoor professionals

Designed for registered nurses to progress seamlessly to a doctoral degree without completing a separate Master of Science in Nursing degree. Prepares advanced practice nurses for leadership, clinical excellence, and innovation in healthcare while offering flexible pathways tailored to professional goals.

Program Highlights

• 77 credits, fully online or in a hybrid format
• Completed in approximately three years of full-time study
• Allows BSN graduates to bypass MSN degree
• Designed for nurses with a minimum of two years (4,000 hours) of nursing experience prior to beginning practicum courses
• Offers flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options

Delivery Format

• Acute Care and Primary Care emphases, except Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, include face-to-face courses and some coursework offered online.
• Lifestyle Medicine, Nurse Educator, and Primary Care––Psychiatric Mental Health emphases are fully online.
• All students must attend the annual DNP seminar, which alternates yearly between on-campus and online formats.

DNP Emphases

Students select a primary emphasis and either a secondary emphasis or elective hours to complete degree requirements:

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Lifestyle Medicine (fully online)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)* (fully online)
• Dual Emphasis: Acute Care + Family Nurse Practitioner

*Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis available to United States residents only

Clinical Placement Requirements

Students planning to complete clinical experiences outside the State of Tennessee must verify that the state is a member of the the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) and obtain approval from the appropriate State Board of Nursing. Clinical placements in some states may not be available due to state-specific nursing regulations.

Prepares registered nurses and advanced practice nurses to expand scope of practice through advanced clinical training, applied research, and evaluation of healthcare delivery models. Grounded in a Christ-centered philosophy. Emphasizes practical coursework and relevant clinical experiences designed to enhance leadership, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice.

Program Highlights

• 42–50 credits depending on emphasis selected, fully online or in a hybrid format
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Post-master’s doctorate for registered nurses and advanced practice nurses
• Focus on advanced clinical practice, applied research, and care-delivery evaluation
• Designed for working professionals with full-time and part-time enrollment options

Delivery Format

• Campus-based nurse practitioner emphases and fully online options are available.
• Fully online options include Lifestyle Medicine, Nurse Educator, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and General DNP .
• All students must attend the annual DNP seminar, which alternates yearly between on-campus and online formats.

DNP Emphases

Students may choose from the following emphases:

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)*
• Lifestyle Medicine (fully online)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)
• General DNP (no emphasis, fully online)

*Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis available to United States residents only.

Clinical Placement Requirements

Students planning to complete clinical experiences outside the State of Tennessee must verify that the state is a member of the the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) and obtain approval from the appropriate State Board of Nursing. Clinical placements in some states may not be available due to state-specific nursing regulations.

Designed for BSN students to bypass the Master of Science in Nursing, moving seamlessly to dual doctoral and business credentials. Prepares experienced nurses for advanced leadership roles by combining clinical expertise with business and healthcare administration skills. Equips graduates to lead with vision, influence healthcare policy, and drive innovation in nursing and healthcare organizations.

Program Highlights

• Dual-degree program combining a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Fully online, designed for working professionals
• 77 credit program
• Completed in approximately three years of full-time study
• Flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Provides interdisciplinary expertise in nursing, healthcare leadership, and business administration
• Prepares graduates to lead, influence policy, and improve healthcare systems
• Requires admission to both the School of Nursing and the School of Business*

Prepares experienced nurses for advanced leadership in healthcare by integrating clinical expertise with business and administrative skills. Rooted in a Christ-centered approach. Equips graduates to lead with vision, influence healthcare policy, and shape the future of nursing and healthcare organizations.

Program Highlights

• Dual-degree program combining a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Fully online, designed for working professionals
• 53 credit program
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Provides interdisciplinary expertise in nursing, healthcare leadership, and business administration
• Prepares graduates to lead, influence policy, and implement innovative healthcare solutions
• Requires admission to both the School of Nursing and the School of Business*

Equips nurses with advanced expertise in nursing, business, and healthcare leadership. This fully online, Christ-centered program prepares graduates to influence healthcare policy, lead organizations with compassion, and advance the future of nursing through a strong foundation in management, research, and strategic decision-making.

Program Highlights

• Dual-degree program combining a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Fully online, designed for working professionals
• 50 credit program
• MBA courses offered in eight-week accelerated modules
• Completed in approximately two years of full-time study
• Flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Provides interdisciplinary expertise in nursing, healthcare leadership, and business administration
• Prepares graduates to lead, influence policy, and implement innovative healthcare solutions
• Requires admission to both the School of Nursing and the School of Business*

Prepares registered nurses for advanced clinical practice, education, and leadership roles. Combines practical clinical experiences with a Christ-centered approach to nursing leadership and patient care. Equips for career advancement in a growing healthcare market. Graduates have a strong record of job placement and excellent certification exam pass rates.

Program Highlights

• 50-56 credits depending on emphasis selected, fully online or hybrid format
• Completed in approximately two to two and a half years of full-time study
• Classes on campus held on Tuesdays
• Flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options to accommodate working professionals
• Prepares graduates for certification exams and advanced nursing practice

MSN Emphases

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)*

*Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis available to United States residents only.

Clinical Placement Requirements

Students planning to complete clinical experiences outside the State of Tennessee must verify that the state is a member of the the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) and obtain approval from the appropriate State Board of Nursing. Clinical placements in some states may not be available due to state-specific nursing regulations.

Allows registered nurses to progress seamlessly to a Christ-centered master’s degree, bypassing a separate bachelor’s degree. Prepares nurses for advanced clinical practice, leadership, and education roles. Equips graduates to meet the growing demand for highly skilled nursing professionals.

Program Highlights

• 50–62 credits depending on emphasis and prior coursework, fully online or hybrid format
• Completed in approximately two to three years of full-time study
• Accelerated pathway combining undergraduate-level general education and nursing courses with graduate-level master’s classes
• Flexible full-time and part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Graduates prepared for certification exams and advanced nursing practice

MSN Emphases

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)* (fully online)

*Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis available to United States residents only.

Clinical Placement Requirements

Students planning to complete clinical experiences outside the State of Tennessee must verify that the state is a member of the the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) and obtain approval from the appropriate State Board of Nursing. Clinical placements in some states may not be available due to state-specific nursing regulations.

Undergraduate Requirements

RN to MSN students must complete a specific set of general-education and cognate courses prior to registering for graduate-level courses. Transfer credit options can be discussed with an academic adviser.

Designed for nurses who already hold a master’s degree and wish to expand their scope of practice in a new specialty without pursuing a doctoral degree. Grounded in a Christ-centered approach. Prepare advanced practice nurses to gain additional expertise, enhance leadership, and pursue certification in a new area of nursing practice.

Program Highlights

• 17–34 credits depending on emphasis selected
• Completed in approximately one to one and a half years of full-time study
• Full-time or part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Flexible, individualized programs of study for MSN-prepared nurses based on previous coursework and professional goals

Emphases

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)*
• Lifestyle Medicine (fully online)
• MBA in Healthcare Administration (fully online)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)

Designed for nurses who already hold a doctoral degree and wish to expand their scope of practice in a new specialty area. Rooted in a Christ-centered approach. Provide advanced expertise, preparing DNP-prepared nurses to assume leadership roles and pursue additional certification in a specialized area of nursing practice.

Program Highlights

• 17–34 credits depending on emphasis selected
• Completed in approximately one to one and half years of full-time study
• Full-time or part-time enrollment options designed for working professionals
• Flexible, individualized programs of study for DNP-prepared nurses based on prior coursework and professional goals

Emphases

• Acute Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Primary Care—Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
• Lifestyle Medicine (fully online)
• Nurse Educator (fully online)
• Primary Care—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Primary Care—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (fully online)

Current pastors, Bible teachers, and lay church leaders choose from these graduate degree emphases: Church Ministry and Evangelism, Leadership and Management, Biblical Counseling, or Pastoral Studies. Courses are offered through short summer intensives that will accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals.

Program Highlights

• 36 credit graduate program
• Hybrid degree. Students will take a combination of online work and in-person summer intensives
• The intensives are offered over one to two weeks on campus during the summer, with prior reading, followed by writing assignments
• Online courses are offered during the regular Fall and Winter Semesters

Tuition

Tuition is $400 per credit hour, and a $70 general fee per semester is charged to all degree-seeking graduate students to cover computer software and technology, counseling services, and library services. Seventh-day Adventist pastors are eligible for special waivers or discounts as follows:

• Southern Union pastors: Adventist pastors in the Southern Union may be eligible to receive a tuition waiver by submitting a signed Conference Authorization form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 
• North American Division pastors and denominational employees:Pastors in Adventist division conferences and denominational employees may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate of $175 per credit hour by submitting a signed Tuition Assistance form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 

Since these courses are designed to be part-time, the schedule of the classes does not meet visa requirements for international students.

Designed to accommodate the schedule of a full-time pastor and involves a combination of both online classes and summer intensives. Also available to students with a bachelor's degree in any field.

Program Highlights

• 36 credit graduate program
• Hybrid degree. Students will take a combination of online work and in-person summer intensives
• The intensives are offered over one to two weeks on campus during the summer, with prior reading, followed by writing assignments
• Online courses are offered during the regular Fall and Winter Semesters

Tuition & Fees

Tuition is $400 per credit hour, and a $70 general fee per semester is charged to all degree-seeking graduate students to cover computer software and technology, counseling services, and library services. Seventh-day Adventist pastors are eligible for special waivers or discounts as follows:

• Southern Union pastors: Adventist pastors in the Southern Union may be eligible to receive a tuition waiver by submitting a signed Conference Authorization form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 
• North American Division pastors and denominational employees:Pastors in Adventist division conferences and denominational employees may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate of $175 per credit hour by submitting a signed Tuition Assistance form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 

Since these courses are designed to be part-time, the schedule of the classes does not meet visa requirements for international students.

A practice of the local church that empowers members to speak the truth in love, biblical counseling helps an entire congregation grow together toward spiritual maturity. This certification prepares Christians to walk alongside fellow believers while applying the Gospel to everyday life situations, allowing the practical wisdom of scripture to guide decisions, resolve conflict, heal emotional wounds, build relationships, and empower change.

Program Highlights

• 12-credit graduate certification program
• Fully online
• Can be completed in two semesters of full-time study starting in the fall
• Part-time options available for busy professionals
• Designed for those who work in a church setting, who wish to enhance their coaching and counseling skills while gaining a broad-based ministry and theological background. Does not prepare students for state licensure or to receive church credentials

Tuition
Tuition is $400 per credit hour, and a $65 general fee per semester is charged to all degree-seeking graduate students to cover computer software and technology, counseling services, and library services. Seventh-day Adventist pastors are eligible for special waivers or discounts as follows:

• Southern Union pastors: Adventist pastors in the Southern Union may be eligible to receive a tuition waiver by submitting a signed Conference Authorization form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 
• North American Division pastors and denominational employees:Pastors in Adventist division conferences and denominational employees may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate of $175 per credit hour by submitting a signed Tuition Assistance form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 

Since these courses are designed to be part-time, the schedule of the classes does not meet visa requirements for international students.

Specifically designed to prepare church leaders and administrators with training in the principles of business management while also equipping them with leadership-ministry training skills, this 12-credit certification is delivered through a combination of online courses in Fall and Winter semesters, and two-week on-campus Summer intensives.

Program Highlights

• 12-credit graduate certification program
• Hybrid degree. Students will take a combination of online work and in-person summer intensives
• The intensives are offered over one to two weeks on campus during the summer, with prior reading, followed by writing assignments
• Can be completed in 1½ to 2 years of study.
• Part-time options available

Tuition
Tuition is $400 per credit hour, and a $65 general fee per semester is charged to all degree-seeking graduate students to cover computer software and technology, counseling services, and library services. Seventh-day Adventist pastors are eligible for special waivers or discounts as follows:

• Southern Union pastors: Adventist pastors in the Southern Union may be eligible to receive a tuition waiver by submitting a signed Conference Authorization form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 
• North American Division pastors and denominational employees:Pastors in Adventist division conferences and denominational employees may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate of $175 per credit hour by submitting a signed Tuition Assistance form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 

Since these courses are designed to be part-time, the schedule of the classes does not meet visa requirements for international students.

Equipping Christian for Gospel outreach to the broader world, this 12-credit certification is delivered through a combination of online courses in Fall and Winter semesters, and two-week on-campus Summer intensives.

Program Highlights

• 12-credit graduate certification program
• Hybrid degree. Students will take a combination of online work and in-person summer intensives
• The intensives are offered over one to two weeks on campus during the summer, with prior reading, followed by writing assignments
• Can be completed in 1 to 2 years of study.
• Part-time options available

Tuition
Tuition is $400 per credit hour, and a $65 general fee per semester is charged to all degree-seeking graduate students to cover computer software and technology, counseling services, and library services. Seventh-day Adventist pastors are eligible for special waivers or discounts as follows:

• Southern Union pastors: Adventist pastors in the Southern Union may be eligible to receive a tuition waiver by submitting a signed Conference Authorization form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 
• North American Division pastors and denominational employees:Pastors in Adventist division conferences and denominational employees may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate of $175 per credit hour by submitting a signed Tuition Assistance form each academic year (Summer, Fall, Winter) that they are enrolled for classes. 

Since these courses are designed to be part-time, the schedule of the classes does not meet visa requirements for international students.

The Master of Divinity (MDiv) is a comprehensive professional degree with substantial prerequisites. While Southern does not confer the full MDiv, our courses equips you with a solid academic foundation for seminary studies. This track provides personalized guidance in selecting courses that fulfill prerequisites and allows a student to complete up to 36 transferable credits toward an MDiv program at another institution.

Program Highlights

• 36 transferable credits
• Hybrid graduate track. Students will take a combination of online work and in-person summer intensives
• The intensives are offered over one to two weeks on campus during the summer, with prior reading, followed by writing assignments

Equips graduates to provide client support, counseling, and advocacy through evidence-based social work practice. Grounded in a Christ-centered mission. Prepares students for leadership and professional practice in schools, hospitals, orphanages, prisons, hospice settings, government agencies, and community organizations.

The Foundation Placement option is offered for students with a bachelor’s degree in a non-social work field or a non-accredited bachelor’s in social work. Advanced Placement is for students with an accredited bachelor’s degree in social work.

Program Highlights

• Foundations Placement: 61–63 credits, approximately two years (six semesters) of full-time study
• Advanced Placement: 31–33 credits, approximately one year (three semesters) of full-time study
• Fully online, classes meet twice a month on Sundays with assignments between sessions
• Part-time enrollment options available
• Prepares graduates for advanced generalist social work practice in clinical and administrative settings
• Integrates leadership training with ethical, faith-based social work practice
• Opportunities for school social-work certification are available.

Areas of Emphasis

• Mental Health Practice in Social Work
• School Social Work
• Crisis and Emergency Management

Combines professional social work education with advanced business and leadership training to prepare graduates for leadership roles in social services, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations. Emphasizes ethical leadership modeled after Christ, organizational management, and policy influence, equipping graduates to make a meaningful impact across diverse communities and systems.

• 56 credits, fully online dual degree
• Typically completed in two years of full-time study
• Integrates social work practice with business and organizational leadership
• Offered through a collaborative partnership between the School of Social Work and the School of Business
• Flexible enrollment options, including part-time, designed for working professionals
• Social work courses held on Sundays twice per month. Business courses typically delivered in the evening on weekdays.