Online Christian Counseling Degree :: Accredited Universities

Many prospective students seek out Crown’s online Christian-based programs because their calling is to help others from a faith perspective. For this reason, whether they’re recent high school graduates or adult learners, students choose one of Crown’s most popular programs: the Psychology/Counseling B.S. Crown’s is one of the few undergraduate psychology degrees in the U.S. that’s completely online and Christ-oriented.

Most psychology programs are more theoretical than skills based. Crown’s Psychology/Counseling B.S. includes a solid foundation in psychological theory. But the degree program is distinctive for offering a concentration in counseling from a faith perspective. The focused learning students acquire through the counseling concentration provides graduates with skills applicable to almost any career.

Coursework focuses on human behavior and development, listening and assessment techniques, counseling theory and skill building. Moreover, the curriculum encompasses principles and learning that students in other schools may not receive until the Master’s level.

Graduates of Crown’s online Psychology/Counseling B.S. are prepared to work in any field that requires an understanding of human thought and behavior with a Christian perspective, from business to ministry to social work. The program also prepares graduates for the rigors of a Master’s program, whether an M.A. or M.S.W.

Crown’s B.S. students are free to add the Psychology/Counseling B.S. or any other Bachelor’s offerings as a minor. In many cases, the minor does not add any additional courses to their B.S. program.

Faculty with credentials in academic excellence, and with significant ministry and mission experience, lead the courses in Crown’s dynamic online learning environment. The Psychology/Counseling B.S. reflects Crown’s academic integrity as one of the "Top 10 Online Christian Colleges of 2013."

Crown’s easy-to-use online learning environment allows you the freedom and flexibility to complete coursework at your convenience. Tuition is priced competitively lower than at similar accredited institutions.

Other Fees

Application Fees $20.00

Technology Fee $100 per semester

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GCU‛s transformative Christian Counseling programs create an opportunity to integrate Christian principles within a professional counseling practice. The Master of Science in Christian Counseling prepares graduates to serve clients who are searching for counseling services with Christian faith elements integrated.

The program offers a strong foundation in biblical knowledge and theological wisdom, which can be applied in a client-driven counseling setting. This includes an exploration of spiritual health, growth and character development for the counselor in life and practice. Learners develop a deep understanding of the gospel to discuss relevant issues from a Christian perspective.

The program meets the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Learners are provided with comprehensive training to achieve national certification and licensure in Arizona as a counselor.

Graduates from other states may have the academic preparation to begin the process of seeking certification and licensure in their respective states. A master's degree in counseling is needed to become licensed as a counselor in 48 states, including Arizona. But, additional requirements may vary from state to state.

Graduates of this degree program will be prepared to treat individuals who suffer from social, psychological and emotional disabilities. Learners can focus their counseling careers on a variety of disorders such as behavior, mental health, substance abuse, and marriage and family.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to university graduate programs may be accepted for admission by meeting one of the criteria specified below:

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An undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program with a GPA of 2.8 or better on the degree-bearing transcript

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A graduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program

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If students cannot meet the GPA requirement, they may still be eligible for admission by meeting certain graduate test scores:
Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT): 500
Graduate Record Examination (GRE): 1,000 combined verbal/quantitative, prior to August 2011; 300 combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011

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Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a specialization in Christian Counseling is designed to help you understand the multi-faceted aspects of Christian Counseling. This specialization will allow you to learn more about counseling from a Christian perspective, equipping you to work in the Christian counseling fields of lay ministry.

In addition to gaining insight into the development and influence of personality based on current theories, you will delve into courses which discuss the diverse theoretical approaches of counseling and psychotherapy by evaluating associated methods and techniques, all biblically based.

This degree can prepare for non-clinical positions in the field of psychology and counseling.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed high school or its foreign equivalent.They must have above a 2.0 cumulative combined GPA for all accredited colleges attended or for high school.

International Applicants
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If you are an International applicant,following English language test should be required

TOEFL for international, non-English speaking candidates (score of 500 paper-based test, 173 computer-based test or 60 internet-based test)

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Students of Tennessee Temple University’s Christian counseling program will develop an understanding of general principles of psychology with an emphasis on ministerial application. Christian counseling graduates will be prepared for further graduate study, counseling programs, and eventually licensure as they pursue people-oriented careers in their churches, organizations, and communities.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a high diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.

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GCU‛s transformative Christian Counseling programs create an opportunity to integrate Christian principles within a professional counseling practice. A career as a licensed addiction counselor begins with the Master of Science in Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders.

The program offers a strong foundation in biblical knowledge and theological wisdom, to serve clients who are searching for treatments that instill Christian faith. Learners develop a deep understanding of the gospel to discuss relevant issues from a Christian perspective. This includes an exploration of spiritual health, growth and character development for the counselor in life and practice.

The program concludes with a supervised practicum or internship experience, to create an avenue for learners to further nurture and develop their counseling skills. Interns will have an opportunity to provide substance abuse disorder services under clinical supervision.

Graduates of this degree are open to the possibilities to own and operate their own counseling clinic or work in a variety of settings, such as:

Private practices
Substance abuse clinics
Group practices
Hospitals

Licensed substance abuse counselors are expected to be in heavier demand in both the public and private sector for the forseeable future. A master's degree is needed to achieve the highest level of licensing and certification in many states.

Learners are provided with comprehensive training and academic preparation to achieve national certification and licensure in Arizona as an addiction counselor. Graduates from other states may have the academic preparation to begin the process to seek certification and licensure in their respective states. But, additional requirements may vary from state to state.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to university graduate programs may be accepted for admission by meeting one of the criteria specified below:

Degree Bearing Transcripts
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An undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program with a GPA of 2.8 or better on the degree-bearing transcript

OR

A graduate degree from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program

Test Scores
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If students cannot meet the GPA requirement, they may still be eligible for admission by meeting certain graduate test scores:
Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT): 500
Graduate Record Examination (GRE): 1,000 combined verbal/quantitative, prior to August 2011; 300 combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011

Other Fees

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