Part III
These core courses are prerequisites to receiving a Bachelors of Arts in Christian Counseling. The following courses represent the core basics of Christian Counseling. Upon successful completion of the core course work the student will receive a Certification in Christian Faith Based Counseling.
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CC 405 Addiction Counseling
This course will cover the following: The study of alcoholism and other chemical dependencies and the, evaluation of the abuser, the medical aspects of alcoholism and other chemical dependencies, current theories of the etiology of substance abuse, and the role of persons and systems which support or compound the issue. |
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RS 102 Christian Life
Paul stated that whenever possible we are to live our lives at peace, especially within the household of faith. In our day, we need to learn the pattern for gracious living. |
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CC 402 Crisis Counseling
The world we live in, because of the influence of sin, is filled with problems. When crises happen, whether by "accident" or design, they cause severe disruption to our lives. It is an inherent quality of ministry to be able to effectively minister to those in crisis times. |
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CC 415 Human Development
This course is an introduction to human development from the perspective of physical, emotional, intellectual and social development. This course offers a broad overview of perspectives, principles, theories, and research findings associated with the field of human life-span development. The aim of the course is to provide a foundation of knowledge that will help the student become a more effective counselor, educator, and leader. |
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CC 101 Marriage and Family Life
This course provides a careful examination of the modern problems inherent in marital and family relationships; offers suggestions for treatment on an individual and church-wide basis; and provides numerous counseling resources. |
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OL 460 Ethics in Leadership
Leadership Ethics highlights the importance of fidelity, integrity, and value-based decision making. Contemporary ethical issues in church, community, and ministry leadership are examined from a biblical perspective. This course explores the sources, methods, disputes and insights of Christian ethics. |
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CC 303 Assessment in Counseling
This course is an examination of emotional problems, their antecedents and consequences with a special emphasis on the destructiveness of sin. The course will look at different methods of assessing psychological problems. |
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RS 249 Demonology
A thorough study of the role and function of angels and demons in relation to the church of Jesus Christ and believers, is detailed in this course. |
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BI 220 To the Corinthians
An analysis and exposition of each book stressing the historical background and doctrinal matters, with special emphasis on the Holy Spirit, as treated by Paul in I and II Corinthians. |
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CC 406 Counseling & Family Violence
Counseling and Family Violence from a Christian perspective is one of the required courses for students pursuing a degree in counseling with an emphasis in family counseling, domestic violence counseling, substance abuse and addiction counseling and/or pastoral counseling. |
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CC 402 Crisis Counseling
The world we live in, because of the influence of sin, is filled with problems. When crises happen, whether by "accident" or design, they cause severe disruption to our lives. It is an inherent quality of ministry to be able to effectively minister to those in crisis times. |
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RS 122 New Creation Living
This course is intended to help the student to know and understand who they are in Christ. The Scriptures say that believers are created in the image of Christ. |
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CC 218 Marriage & Family
Most of the minister's time is spent dealing with families. He must be well prepared to deal in an effective was by being totally familiar with the dynamics of marriage relations, and especially parenting |
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RS 301 Pastoral Ministry
This is a study of the practical side of a minister's life and duties. It will include instruction in the proper manner of services, and a discussion of many of the problems a pastor faces. |
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RS 120 Authority of the Believer
This course is designed to equip the student to understand and operate under the authority given to us by Christ. The student will learn from scripture the nature of Christ's provision for us and our authority under His Lordship to function as Kings and priests. |
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