Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Life Coaching and Mentorship is designed to provide students with a robust academic foundation in the behavioral sciences, interpersonal communication, and organizational leadership. The curriculum explores the theoretical frameworks of human development and goal-oriented coaching while emphasizing the principles of servant leadership and ethical stewardship within diverse community settings. By balancing rigorous academic inquiry with practical field engagement, the program equips students to facilitate personal growth and professional development through a lens of integrity and service. The program fosters critical thinking, cultural competence, and advanced communication skills, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of modern social and ministerial landscapes. Through this interdisciplinary approach, students gain a deep understanding of human behavior, relational dynamics, and the organizational structures that sustain impactful community work. The program maintains a focus on the practical application of mentorship, emphasizing the importance of ethical decision-making and sustainable practices in both professional and volunteer contexts.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship integrates a robust general education foundation with comprehensive study in the theory of life coaching, behavioral science, human development, professional ethics, and applied research. Students explore critical domains including crisis awareness, effective referral practices, program development, and the implementation of community-based support systems, preparing them to engage in purposeful service within diverse organizational settings.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Research | 3 | None
• PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• SOC101 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | None
• PHI101 | Foundations of Ethical Decision Making | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COM101 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | ENG101
• PSY102 | Lifespan Development | 3 | PSY101
• MAT201 | Applied Statistics | 3 | None
• MIN105 | Servant Leadership Foundations | 3 | THE101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU201 | Introduction to Coaching Techniques | 4 | PSY101, COM101
• CHR205 | Community Engagement Strategies | 3 | SOC101
• BUS210 | Organizational Stewardship | 3 | None
• HIS201 | World History and Cultural Values | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU210 | Mentorship Theory and Practice | 4 | COU201
• RES205 | Research Methods in Social Science | 3 | MAT201
• PSY220 | Group Dynamics and Facilitation | 3 | PSY101
• EDU215 | Educational Psychology for Mentors | 3 | PSY101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU305 | Advanced Coaching Modalities | 3 | COU201
• MGT310 | Nonprofit Administration | 3 | BUS210
• SOC305 | Social Problems and Public Policy | 3 | SOC101
• HUM320 | Global Perspectives on Service | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU315 | Conflict Resolution in Mentorship | 4 | COU210
• PSY350 | Positive Psychology | 3 | PSY101
• MIN305 | Ethical Leadership in Practice | 3 | MIN105
• CRJ310 | Ethics in Advocacy | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU405 | Professional Coaching Ethics | 4 | COU305
• MGT401 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 3 | MGT310
• SOC410 | Community Needs Assessment | 3 | RES205
• HUM405 | Contemporary Issues in Leadership | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | Completion of all core courses
• COU420 | Career Readiness for Mentors | 3 | Final Semester Standing
• MIN410 | Strategic Servant Leadership | 3 | MIN305
• SOC450 | Sociology of Work and Career Development | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

• Faith-Based Nonprofit Program Coordinator
• Community Outreach Specialist
• Organizational Mentorship Director
• Life Coaching Consultant
• Youth Ministry Director
• Volunteer Services Manager
• Social Service Case Assistant

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Life Coaching, Mentorship
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years