Field Practicum 1 is required of all students in MM and MDiv degree programs and serves as a structured and significantly enhanced learning experience that takes place in a church or approved Christian ministry venue under the supervision of a qualified professional practitioner. The Practicum comprises an integral part of a complete graduate competency-based curriculum and offers opportunities to apply course content within a ministry context that enhances further development of ministry skills, knowledge, and experience. The Practicum is taken during the final year of academic degree program studies. (Semester Long Course)