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Counseling Major

Purpose and Objectives

Emphasis Options: Urban Ministries Electives, Marriage & Family, Social Work

Purpose:

The Davis College Counseling Program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and passion to best understand and help people in need. A strong Christian framework encompasses every aspect of the program in order for students to acquire a basic knowledge of psychology and counseling from a biblical perspective. Biblical education, research, critical thinking, supervised internships and mentoring help prepare students for graduate study and full-time employment.

Objectives:

In addition to the educational objectives of the college, the student graduating with a Counseling Concentration will be able to:

1) Demonstrate an understanding of the complexity of human behavior from a biblical viewpoint.

2) Demonstrate a knowledge of the various systems of counseling, both Christian and secular.

3) Articulate a sound philosophy of biblical counseling as a support ministry.

4) Demonstrate the ability to counsel people effectively using the Word of God.

5) Effectively use the tools, methods and techniques of biblical counseling associated with programs of the local church, parachurch ministry, community agency, or mission field.