Learner Experience

Here’s what actual CMUO learners are saying about their online learning experience with CMUO:

Online learning is really the way to go for me. I have taken one Berean course in the recent past and I felt so disconnected – without the support I now get here at CMUO. The conversation and feedback is so valuable to me as a learner and the information is more relevant than Berean. – Kelly N., Westerville, OH USA

This is a great learning experience for someone who has been in the ministry and for a person just starting out. - Lisa R., Birmingham, AL USA

I’m enjoying the course. I’m finding it stimulating, equipping, challenging and doable. I’m a little surprised that I find the course so easy to sit down and do as I am so group motivated that I wondered how I would go doing an online course. It’s going well. I’m finding that it is not only equipping me but also giving me things to pass on to my team. – Sandy J., Hastings, New Zealand

I love the books. They are so powerful, outfront, and HONEST! They tell you what the ministry is like and how it is going to be. The books also get me excited to see what God is going to bring me in the future. The presentations are also amazing. I like it a lot better than a class setting. Yes, I am a HUG people person, but maybe that is why I learn more just doing my classes in my bedroom at home. I get more out of my classes online than in class. I am loving everything about CMUO. – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

As an online student, I can more easily focus on the lessons. And I love being able to pause and rewind during the teaching… you can’t do that in a live setting! – Amy H., Highlands Ranch, CO USA

I am loving this course! I have been given a lot to think and pray about. There have been a lot of suggestions that should be implemented, but it won’t happen over night. I don’t know everything about children’s ministry. I want to grow and learn. I appreciate the opportunity to do so. – Susie D., Joseph, OR USA

My plans are to take all the classes CMUO offers. I am excited to finish the two classes I am taking now to go on to new ones! I was a little nervous at first and sometimes I still am. I don’t know what is ahead and I don’t know what God has for me ahead…..it is exciting though! – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

As I reflect on the class so far, it is impossible to say that I have had one experience that stands out from the rest. This class has been an encouragement to me that I have been heading the right direction in my ministry involvement and ministry leadership. After only six units, I feel empowered to be a better teacher to the kids in my classes and to more effectively train the workers in my ministry. In addition, I have a renewed passion for children and children’s ministry. I look forward to the rest of this class and to future classes. – Amy H., Highlands Ranch, CO USA

I have enjoyed this course so far. Great tool and resource for anyone involved in CM anywhere in the world. It’s simple and yet thought provoking. Keeps you on your toes. Too many times we think we know it all, but then something in the presentation or book gives a little tap on the shoulder. – David R., Salem, OR USA

My overall course experience has been very positive. I am enjoying the readings and am receiving good information in the online presentations. – Amy H., Highlands Ranch, CO USA

I have learned so much that I want to implmant in our ministry that I have to prioritize and decide what to do first! I have never taken any course (in H.S. or college) that I was applying the information learned as soon as I could. – Allison P., McHenry, IL USA

So far I have LOVED my courses. I was a little nervous at first, but now I am all into it. Being that I am newly married and work a lot…I was afraid on how this class would affect my daily life. I love it! My husband is still in college going for his Pastoral and when he does his homework I can do mine. It helps us both be motivated. The first 6 units have been amazing. I really enjoy everything about it so far. I am so happy that I found out about CMUO. – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

My plans are to keep on going as far as CMUO’s classes go. I am planning on finishing all 30 credits and if CMUO comes out with more then taking those. I love the interacting you can have with the Professors. I know PG from going to VFCC last year and he is honestly and true and real person. I have never met Jason, but he seems great. When I have needed his help he was right there…just like if we were in a class setting. I really am excited about continuing with my CMUO courses. – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

I truly appreciate the hard work and preparation that the instructor(s) of this study have given. This program will be a blessing to those in ministry and their parishioners for generations to come. Thank you for this learning experience. – Janie G., Culpepper, GA USA

So far, the course has been pretty self-explanatory. It was helpful to have Jason’s intro presentation to get to know the navigation and expectations for the class. – Amy H., Highlands Ranch, CO USA

The online process is very well layed out and progressing rapidly through it. – Scot P., Glen Burnie, MD USA

The presentations and the reading of the books have been great! We are in the process of rewriting our vision and the teaching on this has been a tremendous help! After each unit I can’t wait to pass what I have learned on to my staff and volunteers. I am really enjoying this online class! – Lisa R., Birmingham, AL USA

This course has been absolutely incredible. I knew quite a bit about several of the programs used but to see them applied to ministry – and even more specifically for CM – it just made me want to soak up more. I’m excited to learn more and to hear the tips and suggestions of the instructor. The course is very well done, easy to use with very clear instructions. I appreciate all the time and hard work that went into this to make a great course experience. – Kelly N., Westerville, OH USA

I would put this online learning experience on par with other online learning I’ve done with work. Cisco and Juniper have various webcasts and CBTs that convey info and I’d say this is right there with them. – Paul B., Coudersport, PA USA

As a Children’s Ministry Director I have been able to incorporate much of what I’ve learned into our Children’s Church and Sunday School. I’ve also been able to pass on to my staff and my volunteer staff new ideas and fresh vision. Many of them are now considering taking these courses. – Lynnette W., Stockton, CA USA

The personal progress sheet has been helpful to keep track of where I have been and where I am headed. – Kelly N., Westerville, OH USA

I love the fact that I can work at the course at my own pace, rewinding and pausing as needed. Even the ability to take the classes in the middle of the night if need be, has been a blessing. – Michelle S., Wisconsin Rapids, WI USA

The instructor has been so helpful and encouraging. Even when a response isn’t required – he always responds to show his availability to the class. – Kelly N., Westerville, OH USA

My overall course experience has been an awesome experience. I am really glad that I took this course when I did. I am about to start an outreach at our church and this has or is teaching me effectives ways to reach the children along with their families. Overall I have learned so much out of this one course in just 6 units. It has been so helpful in other ways. I feel like I can actually go in and really have nothing to worry about. I feel good and I feel very prepared in reaching kids in our community better than I would have about one month ago. – Deanna M., Amarillo, TX USA

My overall course experience is amazing. I have learned so much and this course has confirmed many things that I am doing or thought about children and the ministry to children. I have gained a new excitement for my ministry and have helped those on my team gain a new excitement. – Charlene, H., Spokane, WA USA

I have gained a lot of helpful information so far in this course that has helped me in adding structure to our children’s church. – Jeff K., Falkville, AL USA

I have loved this format and I have really been challenged in studying the material – evaluating what I currently have been doing along with what is being taught. – Renee M., Greenfield, MN USA

I greatly appreciate the lectures and the reading content, but my kids would say I am hearing what I have tried to say in the past. This course is a good confirmation on what I feel God has been saying. – Terri R., Rensselaer, NY USA

I love CMUO! Every course I have taken I have LOVED!!!! – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

I do so appreciate having courses like this made available to me. I don’t want to become stagnate in my ministry and I have been looking for some time for a program just like this that I could do while I work full-time and care for my family. I really enjoy being able to work at my own pace. I am not a person who spends a lot of my time on a computer, since I work with one everyday. I look forward to taking more classes through this program. – Rebecca H., Chambersburg, PA USA

The material is very practical, and most of it I can start applying as soon a I learn it. The presentations are also done in an enjoyable fashion. – Allison P., McHenry, IL USA

I have learned more during this class time then I have in all the years that I served in children’s ministries. The site as been very easy to use. Plus the fact that I can work school around my full time job, full time ministry position and my family life. – Rickie T., Lancaster, OH USA

I knew that this course was going to be so good for me. I knew it was time to be stretched with the assignments. I have been finding that as I have been working through the course, I have found opportunity to implement the different course information into the ministry I am working in. It has also caused me to evaluate what our church is doing in kid’s ministry and how we can better what we do. – Marlene P., Amherst Junction, WI USA

I love these classes and the flexibility of doing them online!! – Charlene H., Spokane, WA USA

I am blessed with these on-line courses as I really need the tools to do the work the Lord has given me. Thank you!! – Kelly L., Nipomo, CA USA

Thank you so very much for creating and producing a course that addresses the practical side of children’s ministry. I never expected to learn so much about so many things in just one course, and I am not even done it yet! This course has truly been an eye-opener for me and has taught me many tips and lessons that I will not soon forget! – Katherina A., Cobourg, ON Canada

I am soo grateful for these online courses. This will be my 3rd, and I can say I am completely remade and fitted for God’s call. My church is growing in the number of children, God has burdened me with a passion for getting His truth to them, these courses are blessing me with the knowledge and the tools to meet the need. I can’t say enough good things about what I have learned and put into practice. – Mark M., Cape Cod, MA USA

I have really enjoyed CMUO. It is great and works well with my job and ministry work…I know anyone who takes part in CMUO courses will love it! It is just RIGHT! – Megan C., Phoenixville, PA USA

I love being able to work at my own pace and setting my own deadlines, it really helps to be able to work around the busy seasons of ministry. – Sarah S., Lively, Canada

I give this course an A++. I am taking my time completing each unit because it matters so much to me. I take the reading and audio lectures very seriously and thus do not do this just to get it done. I make sure I am fully concentrating and soaking in every nugget of wisdom that is presented to me. I am growing as a leader. I am also glad that my heart’s desire is to please the Lord and so being in service for Him is definitely a joy. – Lucero H., Newark, DE USA

I have nothing but good things to say about my online experience with this course and the others that I have taken so far. I like that it is a self-pace course. I had several things happen in my life since I’ve started my courses and it was always a blessing to know that I could log on in the wee hours of the night, or on my lunch break to view the lectures. I also like the way the lectures are presented. I love that there is voice over for each presentation. It gives each course a personal touch. – Alicia W., Newburgh, NY USA

My overall course experience to this point has been very positive. I have found the course material to be wonderfully practical and applicable to various situations and circumstances. I appreciate the fact that these courses have not been designed to test a person’s knowledge of children’s ministry but rather to inform and equip leaders and teachers in thier ministry to children. I give this course a 10 out of 10! I have no regrets of taking this course! – Katherina A., Coburg, ON Canada

I have taken other online courses with other colleges and feel that this one has been the best for working around my busy life of wife, mother, and children’s director. I have really enjoyed and I am still enjoying all that I am learning in this course! – Ashley Robertson, Indio, CA USA

I have really enjoyed this course. I like the idea that I can work at my own pace. This course is very appropriate for me right now as I have just taken a job as a children’s ministry director at a brand new church plant. I am applying what I’m learning to this new role. – Annette T., Ventura, CA USA

I have enjoyed the course and learning on CMUO. I have enjoyed it so much I already signed up for another class for next month. – Ruthie H., Helena, MT USA

Well worth the time and money invested in this course. I am learning so much and I am already thinking that when this course is over that I hope to find another course that will be just as "meaty" as this one. – Jerri F., Glenelg MD USA

My understanding of the Word and my awareness has grown conciderably! My thoughts have begun to reflect on the scripture that I have read and been taught about and I have honed so many of my oranizational/time-managment skills. – Joshua P., Regina SK Canada

Excellent content and applications. I like the extreme organization of the course every assignment and activity is meticulously laid out before us. I only wish I was as organized. – Robert K., Great Neck, NY USA

Overall, I have been very pleased with my course experience. When I have had questions, they were answered in a timely manner. The units were organized and easy to follow, presentations were easy to use, and the activities/exercises were (mostly) understandable. I have learned a lot that is directly applicable to a children’s ministry setting. – Rachel R., Rensselaer, NY USA

I have found this course to be very informative and extremely practical. – Katherina A., Cobourg, Ontario Canada

This course has exactly the content that I needed as a children leader. Up to this point, every unit has been so interesting because it considers themes that can be applied to our children’s church with great benefit. – Dayra C., Miami, FL USA

I would have to describe this course like a good book. I can’t wait to find out what I’ll be learning next and feel sad when I know this course will come to an end. It is well written and thought out. – Sharon S., Gallipolis, OH USA

This is a greaaaat way to learn!!!! I love the setup of CMUO!!! – Tony Grim, Morrow, AR USA

This course has helped me to stretch and improve teaching skills. – Leanne G., Yukon, OK USA

My overall course experience has been extremely positive and I have thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the information and practical advice provided through this course. I always appreciate the audio presentations and I love how all of this material is transferable to my ministry setting to children. – Katherina A., Cobourg, Ontario Canada