Secretarial Concentration | West Coast Baptist College

Secretarial Concentration

Total Credit Hours: 
64

Average Completion Time: 
2 years

This two year associates’ program is designed to prepare ladies for ministry in a church or Christian school office. This program includes mentoring by godly instructors who have served in secretarial positions as well as a capstone course entitled Office Practical. During this hands-on training, the student is able to put into practice all that has been taught in the classroom.

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Interesting Courses

Life of Christ

BI 201

Credit Hours: 3


This course is an in-depth look at the harmonizing of the Gospels. It looks at the major chronological periods in the life of our Lord. The Lord’s life and teachings will be examined with special emphasis on the crucifixion week. Prerequisite: None

Secretarial Computer 1

CS 102

Credit Hours: 2


This course is a study of the Microsoft Office 2010 software. In particular, it includes the use of Excel and Publisher. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: CS 110

Office Management

CS 201

Credit Hours: 2


This course, designed for the secretarial major, gives methods of office management, including supply purchasing, delegation of work, office machines, receptionist skills, itineraries, personal relations, personality development, work ethics, and etiquette. Prerequisite: None

Course ID Credit Hours Course
AP 402 2

Biblical Ethics

This course looks at what the Bible says regarding ethical issues in society and ministry today, as well as proper manners and etiquette. The student will be required to evaluate the teachings of Scripture with a look at various methods of ministry. Special emphasis will be placed on the character and ethical responsibilities toward church leadership, members, politics, society, and other churches. Prerequisite: EN 102; 32 credits earned

BC 101 2

Introduction to Biblical Counseling

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of basic biblical counseling, emphasizing scriptural prescriptions for man’s physical, mental, and spiritual needs. Prerequisite: None

BI 101 3

Old Testament Survey

This class will give each student an overview of the Old Testament. We will walk through each book, learn its significance, key words, key verses, key truths, and understand its broad outline and application for New Testament believers. Special emphasis is placed upon authorship, date, and purpose. Passages of particular doctrinal significance will be examined and discussed. As this is a survey, it is merely introductory in nature. Prerequisite: None

BI 102 3

New Testament Survey

This class will give each student an overview of the New Testament. Special emphasis is placed upon authorship, date, and purpose of each book. The student will develop a broad outline for each book. This course will also examine the background and content of each book. Briefly mentioned will be the intertestamental period in order to place the ministry of Jesus Christ into a historical context. Prerequisite: None

BI 110 3

Survey of Bible Doctrines

This course is a survey of the ten major doctrines of systematic theology. This course can be replaced with BI 361, BI 362, BI 363, or BI 364. Prerequisite: None

BI 201 3

Life of Christ

This course is an in-depth look at the harmonizing of the Gospels. It looks at the major chronological periods in the life of our Lord. The Lord’s life and teachings will be examined with special emphasis on the crucifixion week. Prerequisite: None

BI 231 2

Introduction to Dispensationalism

Dispensationalism is a theological system borne out of the literal, historical-grammatical interpretation. At its core, Dispensationalism understands that there is a distinction between Israel and the Church and understands the purpose of God in this earth to be doxological. This class will investigate the theological framework of this system, explaining its origins, and its developments. Additionally, it will present a case for declaring this system the most consistent hermeneutical tool in studying the Scriptures. Prerequisite: None

BI 401 3

Baptist History and Distinctives

This course will survey the history of Baptist churches throughout the past two thousand years. Special emphasis will be placed on the historical distinctives of Baptists. Prerequisite: EN 102

BU 201 3

Principles of Administration

This practical course will enable students to understand the basics of administration in the context of the local New Testament church. Topics include developing a long range strategic plan, staff relations, communications, finance and law. Prerequisite: None

CS 102 2

Secretarial Computer 1

This course is a study of the Microsoft Office 2010 software. In particular, it includes the use of Excel and Publisher. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: CS 110

CS 103 2

Secretarial Computer 2

This course is a study of the Microsoft Office 2010 software. In particular, it includes PowerPoint and Word. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: CS 110

CS 110 3

Basic Typing and Computers

This course teaches students the basics of the computer and gives them a beginning level of typing skill. The class will help them to understand what can be accomplished with a computer in the ministry. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None

CS 201 2

Office Management

This course, designed for the secretarial major, gives methods of office management, including supply purchasing, delegation of work, office machines, receptionist skills, itineraries, personal relations, personality development, work ethics, and etiquette. Prerequisite: None

CS 223 2

The Administrative Assistant

This course is designed to equip the student with hard and soft administrative skills. Lessons focusing on hard skills include time and project management, telephone and email techniques, maintaining an annual calendar, producing excellent correspondence, and processing mailings. Soft skill training includes communication and relationships in the office, professionalism, etiquette, and ethics. Prerequisite: None

CS 231 2

Business Communications

Gaining practical ministry experience, students will demonstrate mastery of grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and editing skills as they efficiently type a variety of professional communications within specific time constraints. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: CS 110 and EN 101

CS 401 3

Office Practicum

This capstone course in the Secretarial and Office Administration concentrations provides the student with mentoring in a hands-on office environment. During this training, the student will be able to put into practice what has been taught in the classroom under the supervision of office personnel in local church ministries. Prerequisite: CS 102, CS 103, CS 110, CS 201, CS 223, CS 231, EN 102

EN 101 3

Grammar and Composition 1

This course teaches English grammar and foundational writing concepts on a college level. Because clear writing is developed through good English basics, this class aids the student in development of clear writing and grammar skills that will be further developed in EN 102. Prerequisite: EN 100 or test scoring requirement met

EN 102 3

Grammar and Composition 2

This course is designed to teach the creative art of composition, along with the study and review of word usage and the action of the parts of speech in the written composition. Communicating in a clear, effective, and appropriate manner and writing a collegiate research paper are the objectives of this class. Prerequisite: EN 101

OR 101 2

Principles of Christian Living

This course is a class required for all freshmen as they enter school. It teaches students skills regarding study habits, character, library and reading skills, personal devotions, Bible memorization, and prayer. It is designed to help the student adjust from high school to college life here at West Coast. Prerequisite: None

PT 111 2

Personal Evangelism

This course is designed to help the individual student be an effective witness for the Lord. Instruction will be given on how to reach the lost with the Gospel. Students will be required to memorize key verses for bringing sinners to Christ and giving them biblical assurance of salvation. Every student must participate in the TEAM soulwinning program of Lancaster Baptist Church. Prerequisite: None

PT 307 2

Professional Training

This course is designed to prepare ministerial candidates for the practical areas of the local church ministry as it discusses professionalism as a Christian, as a leader, and as a ministry staff member. Lectures and class notes will prove to be beneficial for future use in the ministry. Prerequisite: None

PT 311 2

Christian Marriage and Home

This course provides the student with the biblical ingredients to a godly marriage and family. It will attempt to provide the student with the discernment needed to be able to provide a biblical balance in his family life and ministry. Prerequisite: None

VA 101 2

Media Foundations

This course is designed to help the students understand how a church as an organization effectively communicates both to its members and to its community in order to further the cause of Christ. The students will learn and understand the basics of creativity and communication, web development, church audio, print design, video production, and technology—all with a ministry-specific emphasis. Prerequisite: None

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Suza Rasmussen

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Dr. Dierdra Lake

Dr. Dierdra Lake

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