Bachelor of Applied Theology in Riverside United States | California Baptist University

Tailored mainly for individuals pursuing pastoral roles or church planting, the BAT program merges theological understanding with hands-on skills. Participants study biblical Greek and Hebrew while undertaking a two-year church internship that covers over 80 ministry aspects—ranging from sermon delivery to tech operations, from funeral assistance to guiding non-believers. A key advantage of the BAT program is its balanced focus on both scriptural wisdom and real-world application. We firmly believe theological insights must be lived out within church communities. BAT courses follow a structured four-year sequence, delivered in intimate cohort-style classrooms.
BAT students will exhibit scriptural proficiency, including historical, contextual, and interpretive frameworks.
BAT students will comprehend and synthesize foundational Christian doctrines.
BAT students will value the figures, milestones, and concepts that have influenced Christian tradition.
BAT students will grasp core elements of the Christian perspective.
BAT students will recognize how devotion to Christ shapes personal growth, societal involvement, and communal duties through biblically-aligned living.
BAT students will implement their learning through servant leadership in local and global church settings.