NHICF Curriculum

Though NHICF’s instructors are constantly updating and revising their curriculum, the following basics will be covered:

Worldview
-      Uncovering worldview
-      African and Western worldview
-      Establishing a Biblical worldview

The Bible as Foundational
-      Old and New Testament Foundation
-      Hermeneutics and Bible Interpretation
-      Theology of the Fatherless and Widows
-      Church History (including African)

Biblical Foundations of Marriage and Family
-      The Fatherhood of God
-      Biblical View of Fatherhood and Motherhood
-      Biblical View of Family
-      Biblical View of Parenting
-      Biblical Child-Training
-      Courtship and Marriage

Biblical Counseling
-      The Heart of a Counselor
-      Counseling Others

Ministry Essentials
-      Prayer and Discipleship
-      Christ-centered Self-Sufficiency
-      Teamwork and Accountability
-      Family Group Relationships
-      Business Management
-      Christian Education

Practical Issues
-      Sponsorship Program
-      Intake Procedures
-      Community Relationships
-      Establishing a Ministry
-      Staff Training and Management

Practical Experience
-      Family Group Involvement (working with children and staff)
-      Agriculture / Ox Plowing
-      Medical training – First Aid and Health Education
-      Community work projects