Guidelines
Satellite campuses are an extension of Beth Rapha Christian College and Theological Seminary (BRCC) located in Tampa Fla. (hereby known as the “home site”). They should be pursued by churches and ministries desiring to create a full culture of quality biblical study and academic excellence! We strongly encourage such places to explore the potential of their own vision by creating a unique, highly structured place of biblical study and spiritual advancement for its members. Guidelines for satellite campuses are designed to provide specific expectations regarding the initial establishment, fee requirements, program components / expectations, and administrative services you can expect from the home site.
It is our hope that you will be encouraged to create a site that embraces the culture and vision of your church; while, simultaneously, incorporating an academic climate of sound doctrine and biblical study based upon the Reformed Theology we embrace at BRCC. It is our sincere desire that these guidelines will serve as a catalyst for further development and refinement of program areas of study within your church community.
Our first satellite campus–Beth Rapha Bible Institute (BRBI)–is located in Pomona N.Y. and is just 20 minutes from New York City!  At the BRBI campus, students are afforded the opportunity to receive onsite instructions under the direct tutelage of Rev. Dr. Jacqueline E. McCullough. The BRBI campus is easily accessed from the Tappan Zee or the George Washington Bridges.  It is located off exit 13 on the Palisades Parkway and provide students from all over the Hudson Valley and New York Metropolitan areas the opportunity to matriculate in residence or through the conveniently structured online education program!
Goals
We have established goals we believe should be consistent throughout all satellite campuses associated with our vision for excellence. As an extension of these goals, we commit to providing all students with diversified programs of theological study deeply embedded in spiritual enrichment and practical application.
These programs have been designed to meet spiritual and academic goals; to advance the gospel of Jesus Christ around the world; and to increase the believer’s faith in and commitment to the immutable nature of God’s Word. We believe once students have immersed into these challenging and rewarding programs, they will be equipped with the:
- science and art of biblical interpretation;
- scriptural foundation for religious doctrine;
- biblical basis for the defense of the Christian faith;
- purpose and divine plan of the Old and New Testaments (covenants); and
- ultimate transformation of the believer through Christian character, conduct, and service!
All satellite campuses are encouraged to fully embrace these goals and the various programs of study associated with them. As a result, we believe you will come to enjoy the fruit that will evolve from this strategic work already prepared to usher clergy and laity into the fullness of knowledge in Christ!
Establishment Requirements
Prospective satellite campus must be created under a legally authorized 501c3 Christian church, ministry and /or organization (hereby known as “Applicantâ€).
Complete an application in its entirety along with the required non-refundable application fee. Submit to Beth Rapha Christian College and Theological SeminaryInc., 6616 Chelsea Street, Tampa, FL 33610.
Identify a Dean of Programs to serve as the initial contact person for the ministry.
- Deans must submit a resume and biography of their professional / ministerial background.
- Deans will be screened by a team from the home site. The screening will consist of a verbal dialogue as well as a written vision for the satellite campus to be submitted by the dean.  This vision should be submitted with the initial application and must include: vision statement, goals of the satellite campus, desired curriculum programs, schedule for program operation, plan for instructional delivery, instructor evaluation mechanisms and program evaluation strategies.
- Dean will be required to meet at the home campus a minimum of twice annually to discuss the overall status of their campus, providing recommendations for revisions and improvement in services, and for required fellowship with the seminary staff and satellite campus deans throughout the country!
Each applicant will be notified within four weeks following the receipt of the application package of their respective acceptance status into the program.
Curriculum
BRCC is responsible for preparing, editing, revising, and evaluating all curricular for satellite campuses. This provides a systematic means of oversight as well as consistency in course preparation expectations. All deans should work directly with the home site in this regard.
BRCCÂ will prepare all syllabi, but each satellite campus instructor will be responsible for developing their own teacher notes from these syllabi to allow for individual creativity and alignment with the mission of the respective church or ministry and satellite campus.
Instructor Requirements
Instructors are an integral part of the success of any educational institution. The following requirements must be met:
- Bachelor’s Studies – Master’s degree in the subject area
- Master’s Studies – Master’s and/or Doctoral degree preferred
- Doctoral Studies – Doctoral degree in the subject area
*Ministry Life Experience for instructors may be considered in lieu of formal degree requirements for the bachelor’s and master’s level of study. Appointments of all instructors must be approved by the deans or his/her designee prior to their official assignment.
Any exceptions to the requirements outlined above must be approved by the BRCC vice president of Academic Affairs.
For more information on fees and requirements for establishing satellite campuses, please contact Vice President for Satellite Campuses, Dr. S. Elvin Proctor (sproctor@bethraphaseminary.org).
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