Counseling Foundation

15 hrs

Description

BC 301

Introduction to Biblical Counseling

3 hours

This course introduces the concept of biblical counseling and distinguishes biblical counseling from other types of counseling approaches. This course will also explain the basic tenets of biblical counseling and requirements in order to be a biblical counselor.

BC 302

Principles of Bible Study

3 hours

An explanation of the plot line of the Bible, crucial principles needed to interpret the Bible accurately, and how Bible study principles must be used to counsel with excellence.

BC 303

Theology of Biblical Counseling

3 hours

This class will evaluate theological concerns such as progressive sanctification, the Bible’s view of man/sin/fall, the importance of Christ (and the believers’ union with Christ), the church, and the role of the Holy Spirit with their impact on counseling philosophy.

BC304

Methods of Biblical Change

3 hours

This course will provide a detailed explanation of the heart, helping students explain the process of biblical change as well as helping the student identify and facilitate biblical change in the counselee.

BC305

Spiritual Formation and Self Counsel

3 hours

This course helps students develop a more meaningful relationship to God. At the same time, this course will focus on specifically applying the Word of God to areas of difficulty in the lives of the students.

Counseling Theory

12 hrs

BC401

Common Counseling Issues I

3 hours

A careful examination of common counseling problems such as anger, worry, fear, or depression showing students how to discern the ways these attitudes are expressed and how to help the counselee respond biblically.

BC402

Common Counseling Issues II

3 hours

This course addresses additional counseling issues such as pornography, eating disorders, cutting, and handling the past biblically.

BC403

Marriage and Family Counseling

3 hours

An examination of family problems including marriage, parenting, and financial issues. Attention will also be directed to pre-marital counseling.

BC404

Advanced Counseling Issues

3 hours

An examination of complex counseling subjects including those in crisis (e.g. suicide), those with mental health diagnoses, and those struggling with addictions (e.g. alcohol). Time will also be spent explaining some of the partnering opportunities between churches/counseling ministries and residential treatment facilities.

Counseling Practice

9 hrs

BC 801

Counseling Lab

3 hours

This course helps students learn counseling skills through the use of role-play and peer evaluation.

BC802

Supervised Counseling Practicum

3 hours

This course requires the student to have at least 30 hours of supervised counseling in order to demonstrate competence in a counseling setting.

BC901

Master’s Culmination Project

3 hours

There are two components to the culmination project. First, the student must develop a counseling plan for ten issues chosen by the advisor. Second will be a 1-2 hour oral examination regarding counseling practice. This oral may occur via conference call or in person depending on the particular situation.

TOTAL REQUIRED

36 hrs