Worship Arts

The Worship Arts Program at VBCI is built with one goal in mind: to fuse together Christian artists, media and technology, and the message of the Gospel in a contemporary, relevant package that will reach society. Students will receive combined training in Biblical Studies and Theology, Music, the Arts, Media and Technology, as well as Ministry Preparation. Opportunities abound for skilled musicians, trained dramatic arts / acting specialists; and others in various fields regarding the arts, media and new technology, both in a Christian and secular setting. If we are to be "salt and light," then we believe that some of the most important areas to affect are music, the arts, drama, media and technology. Here at VCBI, we recognize that preaching the Gospel can occur in many different ways. It’s our vision to train artists to be contributing partners in the church.

Program Objectives:

To teach, equip, and place Christians at the highest industry levels in the arts, music, and multimedia,
To allow quality, affordable and practical hands-on training in a cutting edge facility,
To train students in a Christian setting, providing them with the skills necessary to work as a worship leader, musician, church production staff, producer, director, graphic artist, editor, stage manager, screen writer, etc.
To have a proactive approach to communicate God's Word to the masses via the arts, music, television, print, the Internet, and other multimedia formats.

The Worship Arts Program takes students through all aspects of music, worship, and multimedia production at the highest level and within current industry standards. With our 50,000 square foot modern complex, complete with a worship sanctuary, television production studio, and computer lab, we believe that VBCI produces graduates ready for ministry and secular vocations in the 21st century!

Worship Arts students can also direct the credits earned in the Worship Arts program towards a Theology or Christian Counselling degree.

Worship Arts Certificate (1 Year)

Program Requirements

45 Credits

The Certificate in Worship Arts is a full one-year program of studies designed to provide the student with the opportunity to survey the Christian arts, while also participating in the 1st year Biblical Studies program at VBCI. Students will receive combined training in Biblical Studies, theology, and ministry preparation, as well as in creative ministries such as music, worship, drama, dance and multimedia.

Certificate In Worship Arts - 45 credits:
Course	Credits
Creative Ministry I	2
Bible Doctrines	3
Discipleship Training Course	3
Holy Spirit	2
Knowing God Intimately	2
New Testament Survey	3
Practicum - Semester 1	0.5
Practicum - Semester 2	0.5
Biblical Worship	2
Christian Stewardship	2
Faith	3
Hermeneutics	3
Leadership I	3
Dramatic Arts	2
Worship Band I	2
Worship Band II	2
Worship Leadership I	2
Live Sound I	2
Music Theory I	2
Voice In Worship	2
Spiritual Authority	2
Total Credits	45

Worship Arts Diploma (2 Years)

Program Requirements:

45 Credits

Prerequisite:

Certificate In Worship Arts, or its equivalent as determined by VBCI Faculty

Once students have successfully completed the Certificate In Worship Arts, they will have the opportunity to further their skills through the 2nd year Worship Arts Diploma Program.

The 2nd year consists of further training in:

Biblical Studies and Theology
One of two different elements (Majors) of the arts.

The student will receive a Diploma of Christian Ministry with a Worship Arts Major. The Diploma program is designed for the student wishing to enter into vocational ministry as a Musician, Worship Leader or Pastor, Creative Director, Actor, Television Producer or Arts and Media Pastor, etc. The VBCI Worship Arts Major is the program of choice for those wishing to pursue excellence in the arts as well as having the opportunity to receive further training in Biblical Studies.

Biblical Studies - 22 Credits:
Course	Credits
Life and Teachings of Christ	3
Church Planting I	3
Pastoral Care I	2
Contemporary Evangelism	2
Church History	3
Counselling I	3
Apologetics	3
Leadership II	3
Total Credits	22

Worship Arts Major - 18 Credits:

Students have the option of choosing one of the following two (2) focuses to complete the Diploma In Christian Ministry.

Focus 1: Major In Music/Production Studies
Course	Credits
Creative Ministry II	2
Live Sound II	2
Worship/Vocal Band IV	2
Songwriting and Production	1
Digital Studio Production Techniques	3
Music Theory III	2
Worship/Vocal Band III	2
Worship Leadership II	2
Private Instruction	2
Total Credits	18

Focus 2: Major In Drama/Multimedia Studies
Course	Credits
Acting Techniques	2
Marketing and Publicity	2
Drama and Christian Ministry	1
Plays and Scene Development	2
Screen Writing and Development	2
Business of Acting	2
The Business Of Multimedia	2
Theatre Production	1
Acting for Film and Television	2
Set Design	2
Total Credits	18

Electives - Five (5) elective credits are required:
Course	Credits
Advanced Voice	2
Intro to MIDI	1
Dance and Creative Movement II	2
Fashion and Wardrobe	1
Computers	2
Photography and Lighting	2
Auditions and Support	1
Multimedia	2
Marketing and Publicity	1
Make-up and Hair	1
Video Production	2