Learn • Grow • Go
Four College Level Courses Including One Week of On-Site Intensive Training.
Hope Corps has partnered with Wilson University to offer fully apostolic courses that may apply towards an AA or BS degree when continuing your education at Wilson University. As part of the Hope Corps graduation requirements, students must complete four online courses and one week of onsite Intensive Training.
Biblical Principles
Theological Essentials
Leadership Formation
INTERCULTURAL STUDIES
Develop Cross-Cultural Competency and Explore Foundational Understandings of the Field of Missiology.
Intensive Training Week
ITW Locations
Domestic & International Locations are available. Register early to secure your place at ITW.
Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $95 is paid to Hope Corps at the time of application for new and returning students.
Course Fee Structure: Tuition for the 2022-2023 courses is $1240*, which may be paid in full by check or electronically or in monthly installments directly to Wilson University. For those desiring to make monthly payments, they may schedule a monthly electronic payment plan (includes fees).
*These prices are tuition only and do not include course fees.
“Wilson University empowers students to become world class leaders through spiritual formation and Christian higher education in an environment that embodies the Pentecostal ethos.” – Nathaniel J. Wilson
Biblical Principles
Course 1: Foundational Studies
This course teaches students to think critically about biblical principles and equips them to form a consistent and cohesive worldview. The course also provides an overview of the Bible with emphasis on the key events, primary figures, and principle themes.
Study Topics
• Biblical Worldview
• Significance of the Word
• Pentateuch (Law)
• Historical Books
• Poetry & Wisdom
• Prophets
• Gospels & Acts
• Epistles & Revelation
Theological Essentials
Course 2: Fundamental Doctrine Studies
In this course, students analyze, defend, and apply foundational theological topics and key doctrines of the Christian faith including salvation, the Godhead, and holiness.
Study Topics
• Salvation
• The Godhead
• Theological Topics
• Holiness
• Israel and the Church
• Apostolic Ministry
Leadership Formation
Course 3: Developing Christian Character
In this course, students examine spiritual formation as an initial and ongoing foundation for the development of their leadership capacity. Students discover their strengths and explore God’s calling in their life. Concepts include spiritual disciplines, spiritual authority, types of leadership, and passion for leadership.
Study Topics
• Leadership: What is it?
• Spirituality and Leadership
• Lifestyle of a Spiritual Leader
• Leadership Styles
• Spiritual Authority
• Church Governance
• Leading vs. Managing
• Leading with Purpose and Passion
Intercultural Studies
Course 4: Local & Foreign Missions
In order to develop a basic level of cross-cultural competency, this course will challenge students to learn about the way people from various cultural backgrounds think, behave, and communicate. The students will also explore foundational understandings of the field of missiology.
Study Topics
• Introduction to Culture
• Cross Culture Evangelism
• A Broader Look at Culture
• Evangelizing Asian Cultures
• Evangelizing African Cultures
• Evangelizing North American Cultures
• Evangelizing Latin American Cultures
• Cultural Theory & Intercultural Evangelism
Biblical Principles
Course 1: Foundational Studies
This course teaches students to think critically about biblical principles and equips them to form a consistent and cohesive worldview. The course also provides an overview of the Bible with emphasis on the key events, primary figures, and principle themes.
Study Topics
• Biblical Worldview
• Significance of the Word
• Pentateuch (Law)
• Historical Books
• Poetry & Wisdom
• Prophets
• Gospels & Acts
• Epistles & Revelation
Theological Essentials
Course 2: Fundamental Doctrine Studies
In this course, students analyze, defend, apply, and teach foundational theological topics and key doctrines of the Christian faith including salvation, the Godhead, and holiness.
Study Topics
• Salvation
• The Godhead
• Theological Topics
• Holiness
• Israel and the Church
• Apostolic Ministry
Leadership Formation
Course 3: Developing Christian Character
In this course, students examine spiritual formation as an initial and ongoing foundation for the development of their leadership capacity. Students discover their strengths and explore God’s calling in their life. Concepts include spiritual disciplines, spiritual authority, types of leadership, and passion for leadership.
Study Topics
• Leadership: What is it?
• Spirituality and Leadership
• Lifestyle of a Spiritual Leader
• Leadership Styles
• Spiritual Authority
• Church Governance
• Leading vs. Managing
• Leading with Purpose and Passion
Intercultural Studies
Course 4: Local & Foreign Missions (Intensive option available with ITW)
In order to develop a basic level of cross-cultural competency, this course will challenge students to learn about the way people from various cultural backgrounds think, behave, and communicate. The students will also explore foundational understandings of the field of missiology.
Study Topics
• Introduction to Culture
• Cross Culture Evangelism
• A Broader Look at Culture
• Evangelizing Asian Cultures
• Evangelizing African Cultures
• Evangelizing North American Cultures
• Evangelizing Latin American Cultures
• Cultural Theory & Intercultural Evangelism
Fall Semester
Biblical Principles
Aug 15, 2022 – Sep 26, 2022
Theological Essentials
Sep 26, 2022 – Nov 7, 2022
Leadership Formation
Nov 7, 2022 – Dec 19, 2022
Enrollment Deadline
Jul 25, 2022 to begin courses on Aug 15, 2022
Oct 17, 2022 to begin courses on Nov 7, 2022
Spring Semester
Intercultural Studies
Jan 2, 2023 – Feb 13, 2023
Biblical Principles
Feb 13, 2023 – Mar 27, 2023
Theological Essentials
Apr 3, 2023 – May 15, 2023
Enrollment Deadline
Students must be enrolled by Oct 17, 2022 to complete courses and be eligible for ITW.