Overview

The Master of Arts in Religion - Pastoral Counseling degree from Liberty University provides foundational instruction in discipleship ministry, sermon preparation, and practical ministry skills. And with the Pastoral Counseling cognate, you’ll learn the psychological theories and counseling techniques necessary for offering godly advisement. Get instruction on the integration of psychology with theology, premarital and marital therapy, and spirituality in counseling.

This programme benefits pastors and ministry leaders who seek a firm scriptural foundation for service in Christian ministry. It also lays the groundwork for potential advanced studies in a programme like the 75-hour Master of Divinity.

Explore Scripture and the essential truths of Christianity with this degree, and graduate ready to continue your education or enter the ministry.

Career Opportunities for Graduates of Our Master’s in Religion – Pastoral Counseling Degree Programme

Associate Pastor
Church Education Administrator
Lay Ministry Leader
Missionary
Teaching Pastor

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integration of Psychology and Theology
Theology and Spirituality in Counseling
Premarital and Marital Counseling
History of Christianity
Discipleship Ministries

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 25 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 746 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

Admission application

Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher

Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree

John W. Rawlings School of Divinity questionnaire

Pastoral recommender contact information

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Tuition Fees

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5700 USD / year

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5700 USD / year

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5700 USD / year

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Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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