The Master of Divinity in Counseling is designed for those who desire to be involved primarily in a counseling ministry, but who also want a solid biblical and theological foundation upon which to build their perspectives and practices of counseling. This 93-hour degree program is intended especially for those who desire to minister through counseling under the auspices of the local church.

Core Curriculum for the Master of Divinity: 63 hours

Theology Core: 15 hours

Systematic Theology I
Systematic Theology II
Old Testament Theology
New Testament Theology
History of Doctrine

Biblical Interpretation Core: 15 hours

Hermeneutics
Bible Exposition I
Old Testament Introduction
New Testament Introduction
Expository Preaching and Teaching

Biblical Languages Core: 18 hours

New Testament Greek I
New Testament Greek II
Greek Exegesis I
Biblical Hebrew I
Biblical Hebrew II
Hebrew Exegesis I

Cultural Context Core: 3 hours

Intercultural Ministry

Spiritual Formation Core: 6 hours

Spiritual Formation
Principles and Practice of Prayer

Public Ministry and Leadership Core: 6 hours

Leadership in the Local Church
Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Management

Counseling Concentration: 18 hours

Theological Foundations of Counseling
Marriage and Family Counseling
Counseling Skills
Ethical and Legal Issues
Counseling the Abused
Practicum

Recommended electives: 12 hours

Gender and Sexuality
Human Growth and Development
Group Counseling
Social and Cultural Issues in Counseling
Addictions Counseling