2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Electives The provision of elective choice is based upon the premise that students should have an opportunity to strengthen their major field or minor field or broaden their background by selecting courses in areas of inadequacy or interest. Elective choice also provides students with some flexibility should they decide to change major fields. Special Academic Programs Cedarville offers several special programs designed to enhance the collegiate experience and/or to help prepare for a particular career. One-Year Bible Program The University offers a concentrated program for the student who desires a formal education in Bible before pursuing a vocation at home or engaging in a field of technical study not available in a Christian school. It is designed so that a student can function as a more knowledgeable layperson at church. This curriculum is outlined in the Biblical and Theological Studies section of this catalog. College Now Program Students entering grades seven through 12 may apply to take dual credit courses in Cedarville’s College Now program. These academically rigorous courses are offered at a deeply discounted rate, and Ohio students may use College Credit Plus funding to pay for College Now courses. On-campus housing is not available to College Now students unless they are attending the Summer Studies program. High school rising juniors and seniors may apply for summer online courses (May–August) or for Summer Studies, a two- week residential program offered in June. Designed to provide the full Cedarville experience, Summer Studies allows students to complete one course while enjoying chapel, residence life, student activities, and ministry opportunities. Visit cedarville.edu/ collegenow. Preprofessional Programs Many students seek specialized training in professions after attending Cedarville University. A number of preprofessional programs are available. The preseminary curriculum, which prepares students for seminary studies and the Gospel ministry, is outlined in the Biblical and Theological Studies section of this catalog. The prelaw curriculum prepares students for law school and is explained in the history and government section of this catalog. Preprofessional curricula in dentistry, medical technology, medicine, optometry, osteopathy, physical therapy, and veterinary medicine are described in the science and mathematics section of this catalog. Other Programs • Honors • Medical Technology • ROTC – Army and Air Force • TESOL – Teaching Endorsement (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Descriptions of these programs are located in the academic departments sponsoring the programs. Continuing Education Cedarville University offers a variety of non-credit courses for lifelong learning through continuing education. Courses are open to students, faculty, staff, and adults from surrounding communities. Some courses and seminars are offered to fulfill CEU requirements for various professions. Non-credit courses do not accumulate toward a degree or certificate, but are the same high-quality programs that you expect from Cedarville University. They can be useful for career enhancement, personal improvement, or taken just for enjoyment. Typical courses include Reading Rate and Comprehension, Russian, EMT, and Advanced EMT. Visit cedarville.edu/ continuinged for current course and CEU offerings. EMT Courses and Special Credit The Cedarville University Emergency Medical Services Education program was developed by the Center for Lifelong Learning to meet the needs of the Cedarville University EMS squad, local fire departments, and local EMS departments who are providing skilled emergency medical care to the communities they serve. Courses are offered on campus each semester. After students complete and obtain state EMT certification, they will be qualified to provide emergency care in a pre-hospital setting to their level of certification. The program is based upon the National Standard Curriculum, prepared by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Cedarville University will grant credit for EMT and paramedic training. Upon receipt of bona fide copies of National Registry certificates of completion, the University will grant three semester hours of elective credit for EMT training, three additional semester hours for Advanced EMT training, and five semester hours for paramedic training. Since 2004, the University has been accredited by the State Board of Emergency Medical Services (Accreditation #387) to conduct EMS training. Reaccreditation was granted in 2010 for another five years with the addition of Advanced EMT and paramedic training. Summer Terms The University offers many courses online in the summer in addition to the session on campus. The summer sessions appeal to a variety of students. Some wish to accelerate their college programs. Students from other institutions may desire Bible courses that are not available at their institutions. Teachers find the summer terms a convenient means by which to update themselves in their disciplines. Others enjoy the advantages of smaller summer classes. Incoming international students recognize summer attendance as an excellent opportunity to become acclimated to academic pursuits before campus activities begin in the fall. Continuing students interested in attending summer school should contact the summer school office. New students should contact Admissions. Visit cedarville.edu/summerschool . Page 20 2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Academic Information Special Academic Programs