Master of Biblical Counseling
Master of Biblical Counseling
Departments:
Graduate SchoolEnrollment Types:
Total Credit Hours:
33Average Completion Time:
1 yearThe 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:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theological foundations relevant to counseling practices
- Evaluate counseling frameworks and procedures effective for facilitating growth in various counseling issues
- Exhibit an understanding of legal and ethical principles with regard to the practice of biblical counseling
Classes
Human Development
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 501Trauma and Crisis Counseling
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 501Marriage and Family Counseling
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 501Request More Info
Degree Plan
Course Code Course Name Credits BC 501 Human Development 3.0 BC 502 Trauma and Crisis Counseling 3.0 BC 511 Problems and Procedures 3.0 BC 512 Marriage and Family Counseling 3.0 BC 552 Counseling Practicum 3.0 BI 503 Advanced Hermeneutics 3.0 BI 511 Apologetics and Worldview 3.0 BI 521 Foundations of Biblical Counseling 3.0 EN 501 Research and Writing 3.0 PT 511 Servant Leadership 3.0 PT 512 Spiritual Formation and Discipleship 3.0 Total 11 33.0