St. Michael
THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
ASSOCIATE OF CHRISTIAN PASTORAL BIBLE
COUNSELING ECCLESIASTICAL PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE:  Student will learn the Bible and apply acquired knowledge as missionaries to use healing as a spiritual fulfillment in conjunction with secular entities to assist them to cope with various dysfunctional ailments.  Using the remedies spoken about in the Holy Bible is encouraged.  Thesis papers are due upon completion of program to demonstrate gained knowledge and are published at the student’s expense.  Prerequisite:  High School Diploma or equivalent. By regular mail

COST:  ($1,000) $15 per semester credit hour.  Total hours:  60.  Plus thesis.
               ($100) entrance fee included)

Suggested time of completion is 1 year.

COURSES OFFERED

 

Course

 Credit Hours

1.  Studies of Codependency; Toxin Control Part 1

233

8

2.  Community Mental Health Education

202

8

3.  Introduction to Mental Stress

222

6

4.  Educational Psychology- Group Dynamics Part 1

223

10

5.  Marriage & Family Therapy

203

6

6.  Theories of Spiritual Counseling Part 1

277

8

7.  Church View on Human Sexuality

212

12

8.  Principals of Counseling and Spiritual Guidance

201

4

 

 

 

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS

 

60

I.  Studies of Codependency, Toxin Control, Part 1 Course #233
Self-awareness and personal growth assessment. Building blocks of self-esteem, anger, depression. Scripture verses applied.

II.  Community Mental Health Education Course #202
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehension of scientific knowledge that applies to the application and promotion of a good mental health condition. Scripture verses applied.

III.  Introduction to Mental Health Stress Prevention: Course #222
This course is to enable students to put special emphasis upon stress management, fitness, nutrition, and the development of an effective personal life style. Scripture verses applied.

IV.  Educational Psychology, Group Dynamics Part 1 Course #223
A course designed to help students realize their potential for growth more fully, and to increase their ability to work effectively with others in a variety of situations. Scripture verses applied.

V.  Marriage and Family Therapy Course #203
This course will provide studies of growth and development of a family’s proper functioning. Scripture verses applied.

VI.  Theories of Spiritual Counseling Part 1: Course #277
This course covers issues of spirituality, including group interaction, self-disclosure, in depth examination of attitudes, and case studies. Scripture verses applied.

VII.  Church View on Human Sexuality Course #212
This course discusses sex and family planning, sexual behavior, contraception, and the importance of the counselor in the role of educator. Scripture verses applied.

VIII.  Principles of Counseling and Spiritual Guidance Course #201
This course covers the philosophy, functions, and management of a spiritual guidance, goal settings, and basic applicable spiritual intervention skills. Scripture verses applied.

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