Counseling

The Counseling major provides foundational preparation in counseling theory from both a professional and biblical perspective along with professional preparation in counseling laboratory and internship experience. The major is designed for those who plan to provide counseling as part of their Christian ministry (e.g., pastors, youth ministers, missionaries, evangelists, etc.) and for those who want to prepare for graduate education in counseling.

The successful student will demonstrate:

1. General academic knowledge of the integration of counseling theory with theology including the role of the church as a healing community
2. Advanced understanding and appreciation of troubled individuals and families through the study of developmental psychology, family systems theory, the grief process, and crisis intervention
3. Application of interviewing and diagnostic skills within individual, small group and family settings.

For more information on this and other degree programs, visit the College’s Academic Catalog.