Overview
As a Christian counselor, you do more than just help people work through their problems – you help people recognize their spiritual needs and connect with God’s healing grace.
Whether you need a Biblical counseling degree to further your current ministry or want to branch out into Christian counseling as your primary ministry role, the online M.A. in Pastoral Counseling will provide a flexible and affordable path to the skills and knowledge you need. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary’s online seminary, partnered with the School of Behavioral Sciences to develop an online master’s in pastoral counseling program that is both a study of human psychology and a Biblically-based ministry practice degree.
Potential Career Options with Your Degree in Pastoral Counseling
- Church Counselor
- Ministry Worker
- Pastor
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- New Testament Literature and Theology
- Wealth and Poverty in the Bible
- Pastoral Epistles
- Old Testament Literature and Theology
- Systematic Theology
- Christian Apologetics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology View 671 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Valid Passport
- For EAP: High School Diploma or its equivalent (must provide certified English translation)
- I-20 Request Form
- Working in the USA Form
- Proof of Financial Support
- Application fee ($75.00)
Tuition Fee
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International
6840 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 285 USD per credit during 18 months. -
National
6840 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 285 USD per credit during 18 months.
Living costs for Florida City
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.