OBJECTIVES
The Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling program focuses on the use of scientific and applied behavioral science theories, methods, and techniques for the purpose of describing, preventing, and treating undesired behavior and enhancing mental health and human development. Students can work in a Christian-based organization or, should they qualify for State licensure requirements, in any mental health organization. Students may complete the program through a practicum to demonstrate mastery of the material.
THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED IN:
LEARNING OUTCOMESThe student completing the Master Degree in Clinical Counseling will be able to:
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Develop the ability to evaluate, assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and mental dysfunctions or disorders, behavioral disorders, interpersonal relationships, sexual dysfunction, alcoholism, and substance abuse by using methods of psychological nature.
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Apply psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, and sex therapy.
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Offer counseling, behavior modification, consultation, client-centered advocacy, crisis intervention, and the provision of needed information and education to clients.
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Apply methods of psychological nature to evaluate, assess, diagnose, treat, and prevent emotional and mental disorders and dysfunctions (whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral), behavioral disorders, sexual dysfunction, alcoholism, or substance abuse.
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Develop the ability to practice mental health counseling including clinical research into more effective psychotherapeutic modalities for the treatment and prevention of such conditions.
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Develop skills focused on scientific research for a deeper understanding of the program area and topic selected for the practicum.
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Develop a deeper understanding of the need for spiritual intelligence to promote a more intimate relationship with God.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
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Enrollment Agreement filled and signed.
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Bachelor’s Degree.
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A certificate of completion of a course previously taken in the language of your choice to prove fluency in that language.
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Official Transcripts of previous studies.
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Copy of official identification.
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Debit Authorization (if desired).
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Passport-type photo.
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Pastoral Ordination, if applicable.
TOTAL CREDITS: 60 (2,250 hours)
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Total credits: 51
Total credits: 9