The RSW program provides quality Spirit-filled biblical instruction, academic training and practical education to men and women called to be a worship leader. The worship leader program also provides instruction for those who desire to become part of a worship team.
Bachelor of Arts in Worship Ministry
The Foundational Year is where students will gain foundational values, knowledge, skills and impartation that will help equip, shape, mold and expand students to become active participants in God’s work as it relates to their calling.
The year two and three program were created as a training ground for those who sense a call into full-time music/worship ministry. Students enrolled in this program will train for positions as worship leader/pastor and develop further skills needed to minister in that vocation.
This program is designed to raise-up a new breed of worship leaders, musicians and worshippers to infiltrate our culture and the world with the presence of God.
In the third year, in conjunction with offered courses, students will receive hands-on training from all department heads at The River at Tampa Bay Church to obtain working knowledge of day-to-day operations in a church and ministry setting.
The Anointing
Authority of the Believer
Bible Doctrines
Book of Acts
Christian Foundations 1 & 2
Christian Lifestyle
English Composition
Faith 1
Gifts of the Spirit
Godly Character
The Gospels: Seeing Jesus
Heavenly Vision
Helps & the Local Churches
The Holy Spirit
Introduction to Government
Introduction to Revival Studies
Matters of the Heart
Personal Development
Prayer 1
Soul Winning 1
Stewardship 1
Submission & Authority
Worship as a Lifestyle
Music Production 1
Music Theory 1
Psalmody 1
River Worship Project 1
Song Writing 1
Vocal Lab 1
Worship Leading 1
Leadership in Worship
Music Administration & Copyright
Music Production 2
Music Theory 2
Psalmody 2
River Worship Project 2
Song Writing 2
Vocal Lab 2
Worship Team Administration
Music Lab: The Music Lab is an opportunity for RSW students to develop their skills in their area of primary gifting. The lab gives students time each week for practice and skill development using guided self-study.
Ministry of Helps: All 2nd & 3rd year students will be placed in one of the many departments the River Church has to offer where they will alternate serving for The Main Event & the Stand services.
Call Center Lab: All 1st year students will have the opportunity to help in the River Prayer & Care center once a week as it receives calls from around the world daily from people needing healing, salvation, financial breakthroughs and more.
Soul Winning Lab: Each student will experience the joy of leading others to Christ and be equipped to effectively impact the world around them with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.