Professional Development

Apprenticeship for the Modern Workplace

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Graduate with Experience. Not Just a Degree.

Too many college graduates leave with little workplace experience and no clear direction for what's next.

ProDev changes that.

Beginning in your first year, you'll work alongside Nashville businesses and nonprofits, building professional skills while exploring a career path that fits your gifts and calling. You'll receive mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and real-world experience before graduation—not after.

Participation in ProDev also qualifies eligible students for our largest scholarship, along with hourly wages, making a Nashville Bible College education one of the most affordable accredited Christian college experiences in the country.

What You’ll Gain

Every ProDev placement is designed to strengthen your education, expand your opportunities, and prepare you for life after graduation.

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$12,000+ Scholarship

Participating students receive one of the college's largest scholarships, significantly reducing the cost of earning a degree.

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Paid Work Experience

Get paid for every hour you work while gaining meaningful professional experience that strengthens your résumé and prepares you for what's next.

Nashville Bible College ProDev Education

Academic Credit

Professional Development is fully integrated into your education, culminating in eight academic credits that recognize your workplace learning alongside your classroom studies.

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Professional Network

Many career opportunities begin with relationships. Through ProDev, you'll build connections with Christian business leaders, nonprofits, churches, and organizations across Nashville—relationships that can open doors long after graduation.

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Workplace Mentorship

Learn from experienced professionals who model excellence, integrity, and faithful leadership in the workplace.

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Stronger Résumé

Employers value experience. Graduate with meaningful workplace accomplishments, professional references, and a résumé that reflects more than classroom learning.

How ProDev Works

Apply

After you're admitted, eligible traditional undergraduate students may apply for Professional Development. Participation is optional.

Receive your placement

We'll place you with one of our business, nonprofit, ministry, or community partners based on available opportunities and your experience. Every placement is designed to fit alongside your academic schedule while providing meaningful workplace experience.

Graduate ahead

Over four years, you'll develop professional skills, earn academic credit, receive financial support, and build relationships that prepare you for what's next.

Why ProDev?

Higher education is changing. While a college degree remains valuable, employers increasingly look for graduates who can communicate well, solve problems, work on teams, and adapt in professional environments. Research consistently shows that students who combine classroom learning with meaningful workplace experience are better prepared for the workforce.

ProDev was created to bridge that gap. Through paid apprenticeships integrated with a biblical education, students graduate with both the knowledge gained in the classroom and the practical experience employers value.

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No. Professional Development is an optional opportunity available to eligible traditional undergraduate students.
ProDev is available to eligible full-time, traditional undergraduate students. Students apply after admission and are selected based on program availability and partner needs.
Placements are made based on available opportunities, organizational needs, and each student's experience and interests. While we consider student preferences, we cannot guarantee a specific placement.
ProDev has a maximum of 20 hours per week, with schedules designed to complement their classes and other college commitments.
Placements are intended to provide consistency for both students and employer partners. Changes are considered at semester breaks when appropriate.
Yes. ProDev participants receive hourly pay for every hour worked alongside the college's largest scholarship.

FAQs

Ready to Build your Future?

Professional Development is available to eligible traditional undergraduate students after admission to Nashville Bible College. If you're looking for an education that combines biblical scholarship with meaningful workplace experience, we'd love to help you take the next step.

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