CHRISTIAN EDUCATIONKINGDOM LEARNINGChurch Foundations & Membership Studies
HSM Department of Christian Education · HSM Bible Institute · HSM Training Institute
Foundation Program
Church Foundations & Membership Studies
Biblical foundations, HSM doctrine, Church Covenant, Apostles’ Creed, Christian conduct, church government, stewardship, spiritual gifts, ministry placement, and faithful church membership.
Next Academic Term
2026-2027Fall 2026 Semester
Registration: May 1, 2026 – August 23, 2026
Classes: August 31, 2026 – December 18, 2026
Program Curriculum
Genesis — Book Survey
A complete survey of Genesis, including authorship, setting, structure, major events, doctrine, Christ-centered themes, and ministry application.
3 credits · 12 lessons
Individual tuition: $249.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Matthew — Book Survey
A complete survey of Matthew, including authorship, setting, structure, major events, doctrine, Christ-centered themes, and ministry application.
3 credits · 12 lessons
Individual tuition: $249.00
Included in this program package tuition.
New Convert Foundations
The official HSM new-convert curriculum with progressive Bible study, stories, discussions, quizzes, practical assignments, and a completion interview.
3 credits · 16 lessons
Individual tuition: $79.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Christian Conduct and Church Order
Biblical character, integrity, accountability, respect, confidentiality, discipline, and orderly service.
3 credits · 6 lessons
Individual tuition: $79.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Teaching Ministry and Lesson Planning
Learning objectives, lesson plans, teaching methods, questions, assessment, and age-appropriate instruction.
3 credits · 6 lessons
Individual tuition: $79.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Pulpit Etiquette, Ministry Attire, and Service Leadership
Pulpit entry and exit, acknowledgments, Scripture reading, microphones, timing, posture, platform behavior, ministerial attire, robes, grooming, confidentiality, altar response, and emergency adjustments.
3 credits · 8 lessons
Individual tuition: $79.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Biblical Stewardship and Ministry Finance
Tithes, offerings, designated gifts, donor records, receipts, internal controls, budgets, reconciliation, and accountability.
3 credits · 6 lessons
Individual tuition: $79.00
Included in this program package tuition.
Instruction
Approved lessons, readings, instructor checkpoints, discussions, assignments, and assessments.
Formation
Prayer, Christian character, church participation, supervised ministry practice, and service learning.
Credential
Official transcript and HSM credential after all academic and ministry requirements are approved.