Your Success is Our Mission!
We blend compassionate guidance with Biblical wisdom to support your spiritual and intellectual growth.
The Briner Academic Center at Central Christian College offers affordable, Christ-centered undergraduate and master’s success resources. Our team provides online libraries and personalized tutoring, inspiring meaningful impact in God’s world.
Resources and Links
The Briner Academic Center partners with campus offices to equip you with everything needed for success in remote or on-campus learning, all grounded in a faith community that values your growth.
Library Catalog:
Explore our vast catalog of faith-integrated materials and 50+ databases for academic and spiritual discovery.
Tutoring:
Beyond our center, connect with Tutor.com for expert guidance honoring your God-given plan.
Writing Center:
Struggling? Collaborate with our Writing Center for encouragement and tips to create powerful expressions.
Office 365:
CCCK students get free Microsoft tools—technology for connection and productivity.
Student Portal:
Your essential gateway for faith and learning.
Spiritual Nourishment:
Nourish your soul with God's Word for holistic growth of heart, mind, and spirit.
Disability Services
At Central Christian College, we embrace every student as a cherished part of God’s family, including those with documented disabilities.
We offer Christ-centered, compassionate, and reasonable accommodations for equal access and full campus participation. Involvement is your choice. Each semester, we’ll discuss your needs and prepare a Confidential Information Sheet (CIS) to verify accommodations.
Additional Services
Career Exploration & Preparation
Unlock your God-given potential with the Success Center’s tools. We provide faith-inspired guidance to align your interests, strengths, and dreams with meaningful careers.
Career Exploration Involves:
Reflecting on your personality, values, and aspirations
Identifying occupations that fit your unique calling
Crafting a plan with goal-setting and decision-making rooted in prayerful wisdom
Career Preparation equips you with:
Resumes, cover letters, and interview tips that showcase your transformative story.
Networking, internships, and job shadowing opportunities in a supportive community.
Need Personalized Career Counseling?
We’re here to inspire choices that honor your faith journey and lead to lifelong fulfillment. Get help with:
- Effective cover letters and resumes
- Letters of recommendation strategies
- Informational interviewing and networking
- Internship success tips
- Graduate school essentials
Computer-Based Assessments
Dive into free self-exploration tools that reveal career paths aligned with your spiritual gifts:
Available In Our Office:
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: Uncover preferences for career and learning styles.
StrengthsQuest: Identify strengths to guide your academic and professional calling.
Our Hours
We’re flexible to fit your life – join us during:
Our Staff
Meet our compassionate team, dedicated to nurturing your growth like family in Christ’s kingdom.
Mrs. Carla Smalley
Mrs. Luz Hernandez
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a database?
A treasure trove of scholarly articles for your research, like EBSCO’s collections in academics, business, psychology, and more – ensuring credible, faith-aligned insights.
What is a journal article?
Expert-written pieces in academic journals, reviewed by professionals – perfect for strengthening your papers with trustworthy knowledge.
How can I access the library databases?
Visit Briner Library Online, log in with your first.last name and “userpass” (change it first time). Check our guide or tutorial for help – or reach out via Request Help.
I can’t access the library catalog. What should I do?
Watch our tutorial, then contact us at 620-241-0723 ext. 117 or use Request Help – we’re here to resolve it with care.
Why can’t I use Wikipedia?
For accuracy and depth, rely on our databases. Evaluate sources with our Briner Library Databases vs. Web guide to honor truthful, Biblical learning.
Can you help me write my paper?
Absolutely! Drop by 8 am – 5 pm, submit via Request Help, or explore our Writing Center and Tutor.com – we’re excited to empower your voice.
How do I cite an article?
Use Purdue OWL or our Writing Center guides for formats that reflect clear, professional communication.