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Master of Biblical Counseling

Total Credit Hours
33.00
Average Completion Time
1 year

The Biblical Counseling concentration is a 33 credit-hour program designed to develop one’s ability to counsel from a strong biblical foundation. This program will develop a student’s grasp of core biblical truths and how they apply to every day counseling situations. Emphasis will be given to application in local church ministry. The student who graduates from this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theological foundations relevant to counseling practices
  2. Evaluate counseling frameworks and procedures effective for facilitating growth in various counseling issues
  3. Exhibit an understanding of legal and ethical principles with regard to the practice of biblical counseling

Interesting Courses

Course ID
BC 501
Credit Hours
3

This course explores the process of change in the life of a person. Human development is expressed through cognitive, emotional, psychological, social, sexual, and spiritual elements of humanity. Special emphasis is given to how the innate image of God in every human should drive our understanding of these developments. Prerequisite: EN 501

Course ID
BC 512
Credit Hours
3

Students will be grounded in a biblical theology of marriage and the family. This course will equip students to effectively address issues in counseling setting that include married couples, pre-marital counseling, and family issues. Prerequisite: EN 501

Course ID
BC 502
Credit Hours
3

This course examines theories and practices for supporting individuals experiencing crisis or trauma. Students will explore biblical foundations for interventions, strategies, and ethical considerations. Students will gain skills to assess, intervene, and facility recovery in a diverse spectrum of distress and trauma. Prerequisite: EN 501

Degree Plan