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1 On-Line Student Handbook ( ) Cathy C. Porterfield (Founder and Chancellor) On-Line Institute Campus Address: Contact Number: Address:

2 Table of Contents Heading Page No Mission and Vision 3 The Basics 3 Admission and Enrollment Policy 4 Technical Support 4 Successful Internet Interaction Tips & Effective Online Note Taking 4 Orientation 5 Academic Calendar 5 Tuition and Payment Plans 5 Refund, Non-Transferrable Credit & Withdrawal Policy 6 Scholarships 6 Program Transfer 6 Notification of Acceptance Procedure 6 Textbooks 6 Grading System 7 Code of Ethics 7 Successful Tips 7 Program Completion 7 Certificates Curriculum 8 Divinity Diploma Curriculum 9 Pastoral Diploma Curriculum 10 General Ministry Curriculum 11 Course Descriptions 12 2

3 Gift of LLC On-Line Bible Institute Student Handbook ( School Years ) Mission and Vision Gift of Life LLC On-Line Bible Institute was born with the mission to spread the Gospel around the world through teaching of the Written, Spoken and Revealed Word of God. Our mission is to prepare students for success in expounding on the fivefold ministry of God, equipping them to have the mind of Christ and effectively work as ambassadors for the Kingdom of God. They will be reapers ready to win souls and save lives through covenant relationship with God and man. Let s Start at the Basics What is On Line Learning or Distance Learning? Online learning, sometimes referred to an e-learning is a form of distance education. Online courses are delivered over the Internet and can be accessed from a computer with a Web browser (ex. Internet Explorer). What To Expect Our online courses can provide you with the opportunity to be Kingdom Prepared from the leisure of participating in classes from the comfort of your home. Students are expected to participate in on-line discussions and activities on a regular basis. Your group classmates on an assignment may be from anywhere around the globe, e.g., China, Europe, India, or America. Online courses are not easier or less work than face-to-face classes. Each student will be responsible for their own learning. Basis Computer Skills Needed For On Line Learning Navigate and search the Internet Use Attach document files in an Download and save files Use word processing software (Basic Microsoft Word) Many students may need to refresh their basic computer skills or learn basic computer skills to be successful. Many local libraries offer free basic computer courses. Courses are usually short-termed, ranging from 2 to 4 hours and many can be repeated multiple times. 3

4 Do online courses meet at a set time? Generally, no. There isn't a designated time for students to be online, as long as they meet the participation and due date guidelines for the specific course. The following is an example of what a syllabus may say regarding student presence: "For participation credit, students must present in the discussion forum four days each week and respond to four peers for each discussion question. Student s post must be meaningful contributions. Your viewpoint must be explained before it s counted toward participation credit. Quizzes are due on Fridays at 11:59p.m. and written assignments are due on Sundays at 11:59p.m." Under these guidelines, students can go into the classroom and discussion forum, anytime they choose, as long as the deadlines are met. The days and times are up to the student. What kind of Internet access do I need for an online course? You must have regular, reliable high-speed Internet access if you are to succeed in an online course. Make sure you have a back-up plan (use of a campus, library, work, or a friend s system). You may experience problems with your own computer or your Internet Service Provider. Can I get technical help with my online course if I need it? Yes, you can. If you run into technical problems or error messages using our Blackboard classroom, student , or passwords, us at giftoflifeministries@gmail.com. In your , please be very descriptive in detailing your problem(s). Do I need a web cam and microphone for my online course? Yes, most computers or laptops have webcams and microphones capabilities. Many online courses require you to create video responses to assignments. In Gift of Life Ministries Bible Institute, we will be using AnyMeeting. We will be using this system for video conferencing. Website Information for Successful Internet Interaction The website below offers eleven helpful hints for how to properly sit at a computer during your classroom or study time. Please review often. Website Information on Successful Note Taking Strategies for Online Students Admissions Policy for New Students (Enrollment) 4

5 HOW DO I GET STARTED? After prayerfully reviewing the fields of study and the description of courses, select your field of choice prior to the start date. Open enrollment is available one month prior to the start date to allow for processing and to provide students their usernames and passwords. You may complete the application online or by downloading and completing the PDF application. (A photo is required with your application). Your application will not be processed until the $25.00 non-refundable admissions fee is received. If you choose to download the application and pay by money order or cashier s check, make payable to: Gift of Life Ministries. The mailing address is: Gift of Life Ministries, P. O. Box 94771, Birmingham, AL (Personal checks will not be accepted). Orientation A brief orientation will be held with a tour around the campus. The date will be announced. For NetMeeting accessibility, please insure before orientation that your computer or laptop has the following recommended requirements: Windows 7 and higher / Mac OSX 10.7 and higher** Newest version of Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Chrome or Safari Web Browser Wired (not WiFi) Broadband internet connection with an upload speed of 1 Mbps or more Most recent version of Adobe Flash player: Turn pop up blocker off or put in your allowed list **Attendees may additionally join a meeting using ipad, Android tablet or iphone using the AnyMeeting app found in the app store for your mobile device. If more information is needed about the AnyMeeting application, please visit their website: Academic Calendar Fall Semester September 1 November 31 Winter Semester December 1 February 28 Spring Semester March 1 May 31 Summer Semester June 1 August 31 Christmas Holidays To be Announced Late Enrollment Late enrollment is opened one week after each semester start. 5

6 TUITION Certificate Programs $ Diploma Programs $ Payment Plans To assist with student s tuition, if needed, payments can be made in intervals. Please see the payment plans below: Certificate Programs - Each student is required to submit a down payment of $ toward their financial responsibility upon enrollment and pay the duration within a four week time interval after the start date. Students should submit their proposed written payment plan, if needed, with their application upon enrolling. Diploma Programs Each student is required to submit a down payment of $ toward their financial responsibility upon enrollment and pay the duration within a six week time interval. Students should submit their proposed written payment plan, if needed, with their application upon enrolling. If 100% payment in not paid in full within the specified time frame, the student s account will be deactivated and they will be notified by . If payment is paid in full after deactivation within two days after notification, the account will be activated and the student will be informed to continue studies. Refund Policy If the student withdraw within two weeks after enrollment in the semester in which the student start classes, the tuition paid by the student will be refunded. For example, if only the down payment was paid, the down payment will be refunded. We have refund / withdrawal forms and will be provided for students upon request by . NON-TRANFERRABLE CREDIT AND WITHDRAWAL POLICY Our institute realize that circumstances may occur that may cause the student to withdraw and continue studies at a later date. If 100% tuition is paid within the specified time frame and the refund period has ended, a non-transferrable credit will be applied to the student s account if the student has to withdraw. The student should notify the institute in writing on the withdrawal / return form requested by the student by and the account will be deactivated and activated, respectively. Tuition will not be refunded after the specific time frame and the tuition credit cannot be transferred to another student s account. If the student has to withdraw while working on a payment plan, the credit will be applied to the student s account and a repayment plan will be initialed upon the student s re turn, if needed. Scholarships Scholarships will be offered in the future upon availability! Details on how to apply will be posted in the campus News s Section. 6

7 Program Transfer After enrollment, if students desire to change their field of study, it can only be changed within their community within four weeks of enrollment. For instance, if the student is enrolled in the Certificate Program, your change can only be in the Certificate Program. If the student is enrolled in the Diploma Program, the change can only be in the Diploma Program. At this time, students are not allowed to transfer from the Certificate Program to the Diploma Program nor vice versa. Upon request by , forms will be provided to the student. Notification of Acceptance Procedure Students will be notified in writing of their enrollment and detailing other important information (user name, password, student ID No, etc) verifying their acceptance into our Bible Institute. Text Books 98% of the course material is online, embedded in our institute. The course material should be studied online. Copying, downloading and forwarding is prohibited.*** A few text books are required and some are included for supplemental reading for enhancement and growth. The ISBN numbers and authors are provided with all text books. The supplemental reading material can be ordered at the student s leisure, if desired. Please review description of courses thoroughly to purchase in advance. They can be ordered and paid directly on line by the student from If there is a problem, please the staff at giftoflifeministries@gmail.com. Our Grading System A B C Incomplete 59 - below Incomplete All of our students are destined for greatness. Students will be given confidential progress reports by if grades fall in the incomplete area above. We, as instructors, will pre -arrange help with tutorials on line in the area(s) needed. We are confident that this arrangement will be short-lived. Code of Ethics A detailed Code of Ethics is provided on the online application as well as the PDF download version. Please read thoroughly before signing the application electronically or by hand. Our students are expected to adhere to its guidelines at all times. 7

8 How Can I Personally Success At This Institute? Our lesson plan, by course, is mainly divided into four parts with a few deviations. (a) Study the reading material, on-line at your own pace but in a timely manner, thoroughly. Use the guide above on taking on-line notes. (b) Answer the discussion question by inbox and submit before the dead line. Interact with your peers by inbox, as instructed. (c) Answer the True or False questions by selecting and submit. (d) A summary is required and upload before deadline. Easy summary requirements is provided in each course. Success requires participation, proofreading, patience and managing your time well. What Happens After I Complete the Diploma or Certificate Program? chafter successful completion of the training, you will receive a Certificate or Diploma from our Bible Institute based on your area of completion. Additionally, all of our graduates will be honored! Our certificate graduates will have a congratulatory letter ed to their home church from our institute. Our Diploma graduates will be given double honor! Two congratulatory letters of this achievement will be ed directly from our institute. The recipients will be the graduate's choice. Our graduates will become Gift Of Life On-line Bible Institutes Alumni and Family. You will receive newsletters periodically from our institute for continued growth and engagement. We will also be eager to know of your advancement and growth in God so it can be published in our newsletters. We will be constantly praying for all of our graduates. ***Permission granted to use training and other material. 8

9 School of the Apostles Course Curriculum (Certificate Program) GOL 101 & 202 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 901 GOL 1001 GOL 1101 GOL 1601 GOL 1801 GOL 1901 GOL 2001 Required Reading Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) God s Order Fasting Five Fold Apostolic Ministry Ministering At The Altar How To Maintain A Move Of God Impartation Of The Anointing By The Laying On Of Hands Ministry Team Building Book Entitled: The Ministry of the Apostle (By Apostle Guillermo Maldonado. ISBN No: ) (Homework: Summary of Book Typed & Up loaded) School of the Prophets Course Curriculum (Certificate Program) GOL 101 & 102 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 1001 GOL 1101 GOL 1201 GOL 1601 GOL 1801 GOL 1901 Required Reading Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) Fasting Five Fold Apostolic Ministry Prophetic Gifts Ministering At The Altar How To Maintain A Move Of God Impartation Of The Anointing By The Laying On Of Hands Book Entitled: Prophets Pitfalls & Principles God s Prophetic People Today (By Dr. Bill Hamon. ISBN No: ) (Homework: Summary of Book Typed & Up loaded) School of Deliverance Course Curriculum (Certificate Program) GOL 101 & 102 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 1001 GOL 1301 GOL 1401 & 1501 GOL 1601 GOL 1801 Required Reading Required Video Series Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) Fasting Healing Presence Of The Lord Ministering Deliverance (Part One & Two) (Book Required {Pigs In The Parlor) Ministering At The Altar How To Maintain A Move Of God Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare Manual (By Apostle John Eckhardt. ISBN No: ) (Homework: Summary of Book Typed & Up loaded) Deliverance Videos Assigned by Instructor 9

10 Divinity Diploma Course Curriculum Course No. GOL 101 & 102 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 401 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 601 GOL 901 GOL 1001 GOL 1101 GOL 1201 GOL 1301 GOL 1401 & 1501 GOL 1601 GOL 1701 GOL 1801 GOL 1901 GOL 2001 Course Title Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Praise & Worship Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) Pulpit Etiquette God s Order (God s Primary Order For The Church) Fasting Five Fold Apostolic Ministry Prophetic Gifts Healing Presence Of The Lord Ministering Deliverance (Part One & Two) Ministering At The Altar Fulfilling Your Destiny Through The Knowledge Of God How To Maintain A Move Of God Impartation Of The Anointing Ministry Team Building Final Assignment (For Divinity Diploma Only) Students should choose one of the books below. After reading the book of choice, type and upload a comprehensive summary. (The following books can be borrowed from your local library). Title Author ISBN No. What the Bible Says About Angels A. G. Gaebelein A Divine Revelation of Heaven Mary K. Baxter God Stories Jennifer Skiff The Love Languages of God Gary Chapman Simply God James D. Cantelon

11 Pastoral Diploma Course Curriculum Course No. GOL 101 & 102 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 401 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 601 GOL 901 GOL 1001 GOL 1101 GOL 1201 GOL 1301 GOL 1401 & 1501 GOL 1601 GOL 1701 GOL 1801 GOL 1901 GOL 2001 Course Title Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Praise & Worship Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) Pulpit Etiquette God s Order (God s Primary Order For The Church) Fasting Five Fold Apostolic Ministry Prophetic Gifts Healing Presence Of The Lord Ministering Deliverance (Part One & Two) Ministering At The Altar Fulfilling Your Destiny Through The Knowledge Of God How To Maintain A Move Of God Impartation Of The Anointing Ministry Team Building Final Assignment (For Pastoral Diploma Only) Students should choose one of the books below. After reading the book of choice, type and upload a comprehensive summary. (The following books can be borrowed from your local library). Title Author ISBN No. Pastoral Care (An Essential Guide) John Patton The Work Of The Pastor Victor D. Lehmann X Pastoral Care (In The Small Membership Church) James L. Killen, Jr The Pastor s Guide for Effective Ministry William Willimon Letters To A Young Pastor Calvin Miller

12 General Ministry Diploma Course Curriculum Course No. GOL 101 & 102 GOL 301 & 701 GOL 401 GOL 501 & 801 GOL 601 GOL 901 GOL 1001 GOL 1101 GOL 1201 GOL 1301 GOL 1401 & 1501 GOL 1601 GOL 1701 GOL 1801 GOL 1901 GOL 2001 Course Title Extensive Bible Study (Part One & Two) Prayer (Part One & Two) Praise & Worship Intercessory Prayer (Part One & Two) Pulpit Etiquette God s Order (God s Primary Order For The Church) Fasting Five Fold Apostolic Ministry Prophetic Gifts Healing Presence Of The Lord Ministering Deliverance (Part One & Two) Ministering At The Altar Fulfilling Your Destiny Through The Knowledge Of God How To Maintain A Move Of God Impartation Of The Anointing Ministry Team Building Final Assignment (For General Ministry Diploma Only) Students should choose one of the books below. After reading the book of choice, type and upload a comprehensive summary. (The following books can be borrowed from your local library). Title Author ISBN No. Called To Be God s Leader Henry Blackaby How To Be A People Helper Gary R. Collins The Book on Leadership John MacArthur Don t Know Much About Being A Leader In My Church Douglas W. Johnson Doing Church As A Team Wayne Cordeiro

13 Gift of Life LLC Bible Institute Course Curriculum GOL 101 Extensive Bible Study - (Part One) An extensive Bible Study Course which is required of all incoming students. Emphasis is placed on lesson and sermon preparation. The Principles of Literal Bible interpretation is included. This course has two extended lessons or sections. A lesson plan and worksheet is included. (The worksheet should be completed and submitted in the drop down box). GOL 202 Extensive Bible Study - (Part Two) Continuation of the Bible Study Course. GOL 301 Prayer (Part One) This prayer course has seven lessons. Emphasis is placed on understanding the Lord s Prayer in Luke 11:1, having persistence in prayer, the power of prayer, several Greek words and their meaning. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box. Please note: All writte n summaries will be graded on grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation). GOL 401 Praise and Worship This course explains the difference between praise and worship. It has 11 lessons. It explains the importance of praise, methods of praise, expressions of worship, several Hebrew words for praise, hindrances to worship, flag ministry, tambourine and banner ministry. Emphasis is also placed on spheres of congregational worship. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 501 Intercessory Prayer (Part One) This prayer course has ten lessons. Emphasis is placed on the different types of intercessors and their roles, an indepth study on the Spiritual Armor of God and its importance. The detriment of unforgiveness and bitterness is taught. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 601 Pulpit Etiquette This course has 8 lessons. It highlights setting the foundation to be in the pulpit, conducting the service, and a code of ethics for the pulpit. It also gives the protocol when invited to other ministries, etiquette practiced during hospital visits and protocol during funeral services, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 701 Prayer (Part Two) This course is a continuation of GOL 301. This course has ten lessons. Emphasis is placed on the Prayer of Faith, the power of confession and repentance, praying in the Holy Ghost, fasting and prayer, the prayers of Jesus, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box. The s tudents will be required to watch a video assigned by Instructor at the end of this course for supplemental learning). GOL 801 Intercessors - A Spiritual Checkup (Part Two) This course is Part Two or Part B of GOL 501. It has ten lessons. Emphasis is placed on understanding personal prayer and intercession, personal and corporate prayer, hearing God s voice, benefits of fasting, overcoming condemnation, and more. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 901 God s Order This course has thirteen lessons. Emphasis is placed on God s primary purpose for the Church, moving with God in what He is doing, understanding authority and order, things that oppose God s order, God s order and the enemy strategies, etc. A quiz follows. Required Reading: Killed by Friendly Fire (A Christian Guide to Overcoming Saint Abuse) by Janet R. Moore. ISBN: (Instructor will provide a hard copy of book for a minimum small fee. A quiz follows and a summary of the book is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1001 Fasting 13

14 This course has seven lessons. Emphasis is placed on what is fasting and why we should fast, some basics about fasting, types of fasts, corporate fasting and prayer. Hindrances to fasting is also included. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1101 Five Fold Apostolic Ministry This course explains the five fold Apostolic ministry in detail. It has seven lessons. Each individual gift (Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, and Teacher) is studied. Special attention is given to their office, signs, qualifications, functions and their authority. A summary is also enclosed. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1201 Prophetic Gifts This course has six lessons and focus on character, humility, brokenness, and proper relationships. Removing hindrances (unresolved anger and the roots of bitterness) is also taught. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1301 Healing Presence of the Lord This course has seven lessons. Topics include Old and New Testament Healing, Let Jesus Heal, The Healing Ministry of the Disciples, Faith and Confession, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box. A video will be assigned for students to watch for supplemental learning at the end of this course). GOL 1401 Ministering Deliverance (Part One) This course has 18 lessons. Topics include Can Christians Have Demons, Enemy Strongholds and In -Roads, Symptoms of Demonic Attachment, Secret Societies/Oaths, Deliverance, Ministering to Children, After Deliverance, etc. GOL 1501 Ministering Deliverance (Part Two) A continuation of GOL Required Reading: Pigs In The Parlor (A Practical Guide to Deliverance) By Frank & Ida Mae Hammond. ISBN: (Instructor will provide hard copy of book for a minimum fee. A quiz follows and a summary of the book is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1601 Ministering at the Altar This course has ten lessons. Emphasis is placed on different stages of spiritual growth, various types of altar ministry, the filling of the Holy Spirit and pastoral care, the anointing of the Holy Spirit, receiving anointing for ministry, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). GOL 1701 Fulfilling Your Destiny Through The Knowledge of God This course has four lessons. Topics include Removing Wrong Concepts of God, Gaining a Correct Understanding of God, Entering Into His Rest, and the Deepest Level. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). Optional Informative Reading: Sex, Lies and Alibis (Exposing The Game To Transform Relationships) By L. Dwain Boswell. ISBN: ISBN: (e-book). Instructor will provide hard copy of book for a fee or can order directly from local book store). GOL 1801 How To Maintain A Move Of God This course has five lessons. It expounds on the different types of soil (Hard Soil, Rocky Soil, Weeds, and Good Soil). Emphasis is placed on attacking and counter attacking the hidden forces of darkness. (A quiz follows and a 14

15 summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). Highly Suggested Supplemental Reading: The Believer s Authority By Kenneth E. Hagin. ISBN No: GOL 1901 Impartation Of The Anointing By The Laying On Of Hands This course has five lessons. Emphasis is placed on Healing the Sick, The Impartation of the Holy Spirit and the Anointing, the Practice of Commissioning for the Ministry, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box. Additional hand-outs will be ed to the students by the instructor at the end of this course for supplemental reading). GOL 2001 Ministry Team Building This course has 17 lessons. Topics include Practical Guidelines for Ministry Team Building, Exercising Authority, Physical Healing Praying, Other Types of Ministry Praying, etc. (A quiz follows and a summary of the course is required. Both should be submitted in the drop down box). At the end of Course 20, additional optional recommended ministry manuals are suggested. They include verbiage on conducting weddings, funerals, baptisms, etc. These books are optional, but beneficial to the student for future reference. If you are interested, please contact the staff upon graduation by . 15