The Master of Arts in Christian Education and Formation (MACEF) is a professional degree that includes basic studies in Bible, theology, church history, and practical theology. The MACEF is designed to prepare students for the ministry of education and formation in congregational and institutional settings, and to provide training for teaching the Christian religion in church or secular schools. As such, graduates of this program will possess effective teaching and dynamic leadership skills, and garner in-depth knowledge of Christian education.
The Master of Arts in Christian Education and Formation (MACEF) is a two-year program requiring the successful completion of 52.5 credits fulfilling five primary components:
Foundation Courses (20 credits)
Departmental Gateways, Introductions, or Foundations in the following areas (18 credits)
Speech Communication in Ministry I and II (2 credits)
Additional Department Courses (6 credits)
Core Commitment Courses (6 credits)
Education and Formation Courses (16 credits)
One course from each of the following categories:
Elective course in student’s focal area of Education and Formation
Reflective Practicum (1 credit)
Field Education (4.5 credits)
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MACEF students take an Introduction to Field Education and Vocational Discernment course during their first year (.5 credit for the year). Students then engage in two field education placements: one during the summer preceding their second year (two credits) and a second during the fall and spring of the second year (two credits). Field education placements range from local to international locations.
Click below to apply for Princeton Seminary’s MACEF degree program. Visit the admissions area of our website for information about important deadlines, scheduling interviews, and more.
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