FAQ
What courses are available?
There are currently five courses available through the School of the Spirit: The Healing Ministry of Jesus, The Miracle Living Series, The Holy Spirit’s Work Today, The Anointing of the Holy Spirit, and What in Hell is Going On? The End of the World and How It Will Happen.
What course should I enroll in first?
Students are encouraged to read the course descriptions and select the course that is the most appealing. There is no particular sequence required by the School of the Spirit curriculum.
How do I take the classes?
All courses are available by DVD and by Internet On Demand. So, regardless of where students live, School of the Spirit courses are accessible by distance education. Students may enjoy the DVD courses by using a DVD player connected to a television or by playing the DVDs in a computer. Internet On Demand courses do require students to have access to a high speed Internet connection.
What are the minimum computer and Internet connection specifications for viewing class sessions on the Internet?
The suggested minimum computer and Internet connection specifications in order to have an enjoyable viewing experience are as follows:
- High-speed Internet minimum download of 600Kbs or 0.6Mbps. A test of your computer and your Internet connection’s download speed may be determined at http://speakeasy.net/speedtest/
- Windows 2000
- Internet Explorer 6 or Firefox 2
- Intel® Pentium® III 600MHz, or AMD Athlon® 600MHz (or faster processor)
- 500MB or RAM
- 128MB graphics memory
What is the difference between the basic certificate track and advanced certificate track?
The basic certificate track is designed for students who desire to attend class sessions but do not desire to complete reading and other course assignments. So, the basic certificate track includes 6 to 8 one and a half hour class sessions and quizzes with no additional assignments outside of the classroom lectures. Although books are not required for the basic certificate track, students will need their personal copy of the Holy Bible when attending/viewing the class sessions. The advanced certificate track includes the same 6 to 8 one and a half hour class sessions and quizzes but also includes a Study Guide and book(s) for additional study. A certificate or advanced certificate will be awarded to students once course requirements have been achieved. The basic track is not a prerequisite to the advanced. Students have the option to enroll in either the basic or advanced track each time they begin a new course of study.
How much time do I have to finish a course?
Courses are designed to be completed within 6 to 8 weeks. It is recommended that students view one class session per week and complete one quiz per week. Students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate Track will follow the weekly reading/assignment schedule from the Study Guide in addition to viewing and completing one class session and quiz per week. Students are free to schedule their own study periods each week. The DVD and Internet On Demand curriculum does not require students to study at any particular time or day of the week.
Will Dr. Roberts and Lindsay be offering any “live” courses in the future?
As schedules permit, Dr. Roberts and/or Lindsay will be offering additional live courses. Live courses are administered much the same as the DVD and Internet courses. Live courses are also made available by Internet video streaming for distance learning students. Stayed turned to our website at www.oralroberts.com for announcements about future live courses.
What will take place in the live, DVD, or Internet class sessions?
Dr. Richard Roberts or Lindsay Roberts will be teaching and also leading students in question and answer discussions. There may be times of ministry to the students according to how the Lord leads Richard and Lindsay in each session. Richard and Lindsay may have guest speakers and discussion group sessions on occasion.
How much homework will be required for the course?
Basic Certificate Track: Requires attendance/viewing of 6-8 class sessions and completing 6-8 quizzes.
Advanced Certificate Track: Requires attendance at 6-8 class sessions; completing 6-8 quizzes; a supplemental course package including book(s); a course study guide detailing seven (7) hours of required reading and/or digital media, and prayer journaling; two (2) hours of volunteer ministry outreach in the community; two (2) hours of reflection including the writing of a brief reflection paper; one (1) hour self-testing instrumentation, and one-half (0.5) hour open book final examination.
What kind of credit will I receive for taking the course?
This is a continuing education course that provides information through classroom teaching, selected readings and other learning activities resulting in the school certifying continuing education units. This course is not offered for college credit.
How much will the course cost?
The course tuition is:
Basic Certificate Track: $75 for attending live or by Internet On Demand and $95 for DVD Home Study.
Advanced Certificate Track: $159 for attending live or by Internet On Demand and $179 for DVD Home Study (includes book(s) and all other required course materials).
How do I enroll and pay for the course?
Students may enroll online with a credit card by clicking here. Students may request an information packet and enrollment form be mailed to them by clicking here. Students may print an enrollment form by clicking here. Students enrolling with a check or money order should complete and sign an enrollment form and mail to:
Oral Roberts Ministries
Richard Roberts School of the Spirit
Attn: Dr. Jeff Ogle, Dean
P.O. Box 2187
Tulsa, OK 74102-2187
ORM is happy to provide students the above mentioned enrollment options. The online enrollment and payment option is preferred and provides immediate enrollment and payment confirmation back to the student via email.
Who can I talk to if I have a question?
Questions may be emailed to jeff.ogle@oralroberts.com or made by telephone to 918-591-2150.
Is there a minimum age limit for this course?
Students as young as 15 years of age may enroll in the course.
What are the class attendance requirements in order to qualify for a Certificate of Completion for the course?
Attendance at or viewing of all class sessions is mandatory in order to receive a certificate of completion. Students attending live classes who are absent may request to make up the missed class within two weeks of the class missed. Students electing to enroll in the Advanced Certificate Track must complete additional course requirements that are outlined in the course study guide in order to receive the Advanced Certificate of Completion.
May I bring my child to a live class sessions?
Since class sessions will be videotaped for television it is requested that children not be brought to class. Child care services are not available on the premises.
