Overview
6 Semesters
The PhD in Biblical Counseling program is designed to equip students with advanced research skills and knowledge in biblical counseling, preparing them for academic and professional careers
COURSE OUTLINE
Curriculum Highlights
- Advanced Biblical Counseling: In-depth study of biblical counseling principles and practices
- Research Methods: Training in academic research and writing
- Theoretical Frameworks: Exploration of theoretical frameworks in biblical counseling
- Dissertation Research: Completion of a dissertation demonstrating original research and contribution to the field
Semester 1
- Advanced Biblical Counseling
- Research Methods
- Theoretical Frameworks
Semester 2
- Biblical Foundations of Counseling
- Counseling Theories
- Elective Course
Semester 3
- Dissertation Proposal Development
- Research Presentation
- Elective Course
Semester 4
- Dissertation Research
- Dissertation Writing
- Elective Course
Semester 5
- Dissertation Writing
- Research Presentation
- Elective Course
Semester 6
- Dissertation Defense
- Graduation Preparation
Career Opportunities
- Biblical counseling roles
- Academia
- Research institutions
- Consulting and advising
Graduation Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 90 credit hours
- Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Complete a dissertation and defense
