{"id":500,"date":"2025-04-02T12:51:47","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T12:51:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/?p=500"},"modified":"2025-07-17T16:19:46","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T16:19:46","slug":"bachelor-of-theology-b-th-in-christian-counseling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/bachelor-of-theology-b-th-in-christian-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) in Christian Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Counseling-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    This program offers a comprehensive study of counseling techniques from a Christian perspective. It includes training in counseling theories, ethics, and practical application. The aim is to equip students with adequate theological knowledge and prepare them to provide effective pastoral care and counseling. <strong>The program is 100% online<\/strong>. \n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    <em>This is a standard 4-year degree program, but you are allowed to study and complete the program at your own pace.<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n   .credit-list {\n        margin: 0;\n        padding-left: 20px;\n        list-style-position: inside;\n    }\n    .credit{\n        text-indent: -23px; \/* Adjust this value as needed *\/\n        padding-left: 23px; \/* Indent the first line of the list item *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<p><strong>Why Choose This Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"credit-list\">\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Balanced Credit Distribution<\/strong> \u2013 We have curated this program with a solid mix of theological foundations, counseling techniques, applied skills, and practical experience. This ensures a comprehensive training process that would equip you to confidently integrate faith and counseling practice.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Practical Training<\/strong> \u2013 Our curriculum meets the international standards for hands-on learning. Through compulsory internship and ministry projects, you would gain invaluable experience and thus be prepared for immediate impact in Christian counseling and ministry contexts.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Theological Depth<\/strong> \u2013 The program provides a strong biblical foundation with core theology courses to ensure that you are deeply grounded in Christian doctrine.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Wide Coverage<\/strong> \u2013 We offer a wide range of specialized counseling courses\u2014from trauma and addiction counseling to marriage and family therapy and cultural competence. These would prepare you to handle diverse counseling needs.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Global and Ethical Relevance<\/strong> \u2013 This program includes courses on Cultural Competence in Counseling and Ethical and Legal Issues in Christian Counseling, thus equipping you with with the necessary skills to navigate complex, multicultural counseling environments and adhere to ethical standards in your practice globally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">You Can Start Today!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\">\n  <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" \n     href=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/apply.php\" \n     style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#ffffff;background-color:#800000\" \n     target=\"_blank\" \n     rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\n    Apply Now\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<style>\n    .custom-heading {\n        background-color: #000000; \/* Black background *\/\n        color: #ffffff; \/* White text color *\/\n        font-weight: bold; \/* Bold text *\/\n        text-align: center; \/* Center text *\/\n        padding: 5px 20px; \/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">Program Structure for B.Th. Christian Counseling<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Year 1 &#8211; First Semester<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>LDS164:<\/strong> <em>Spiritual Formation and Discipleship<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CHC144:<\/strong> <em>Communication and Active Listening<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY135:<\/strong> <em>Introduction to Christian Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ENG101:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em> Academic Writing<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BIS132:<\/strong> <em>New Testament Survey<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THS146:<\/strong> <em>Systematic Theology I<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 17 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Year 1 &#8211; Second Semester<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><span><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">SOC<\/strong><\/span><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">178<\/strong><b>:<\/b><em> Biblical Principles of Human Relations<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY143:<\/strong> <em>Crisis and Trauma Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY152:<\/strong> <em>Counseling Military Families<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY174:<\/strong> <em>Introduction to Psychology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BIS142:<\/strong> <em>Old Testament Survey<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THS156:<\/strong> <em>Systematic Theology II<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 18 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong>Year 2 &#8211; First Semester<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">BIS231<\/strong> <em>Biblical Anthropology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GCS217:<\/strong> <em>Christian Perspectives on Psychology and Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GCS218:<\/strong> <em>Counseling in a Multifaith World<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THS244:<\/strong> <em>Pneumatology and Ecclesiology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THS281:<\/strong> <em>Sin, Redemption, and Human Brokenness<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GCS219:<\/strong> <em>The Power of Forgiveness and Reconciliation<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 16 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong>Year 2 &#8211; Second Semester<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">THS245<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Introduction to Christian Apologetics<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THS246:<\/strong> <em>Christology and Soteriology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SOC234:<\/strong> <em>Ethics and Christian Worldview<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GCS256:<\/strong> <em>Pneumatology in Healing and Transformation<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GCS257:<\/strong> <em>Theology of Suffering and Hope<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 15 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong>Year 3 &#8211; First Semester<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">PSY335<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Addiction and Recovery Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BIB330:<\/strong> <em>Biblical Hermeneutics<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CHC354:<\/strong> <em>Cultural Competence in Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>LLS356:<\/strong> <em>Ethical and Legal Issues in Christian Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY341:<\/strong> <em>Mental Health and Faith-Based Therapy<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CHC362:<\/strong> <em>Self-Care and Burnout Prevention<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 17 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong>Year 3 &#8211; Second Semester<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">PSY354<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Child and Adolescent Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>JUR361:<\/strong> <em>Conflict Resolution and Mediation<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY363:<\/strong> <em>Digital and Online Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY356:<\/strong> <em>Marriage and Family Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CHC375:<\/strong> <em>People-Smart Skills<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 16 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Year 4<\/strong><\/strong> &#8211; <em>Practical Experience and Thesis<\/em><\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Ministry Project<\/strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>\u2013&nbsp;<em>Lead a counseling project in your local church or community<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">MIP431<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Project Proposal &amp; Planning<\/em><br>Identify a critical counseling need and design a faith-based intervention.<\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIP432:<\/strong> <em>Implementation &amp; Fieldwork<\/em><br>Organize a counseling-related event, workshop, seminar, or support group session.<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIP433:<\/strong> <em>Project Evaluation &amp; Report<\/em><br>Measure the impact and present findings, alongside general reports of the event.<\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 7 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practicu<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>m\/Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">PRC481<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Supervised Practicum I &#8211; Observation &amp; Initial Practice<\/em><br>Engage in guided observation and initial counseling practice under supervision.<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC482:<\/strong> <em>Supervised Practicum II &#8211; Casework &amp; Counseling Sessions<\/em><br>Conduct supervised counseling sessions and casework analysis.<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC483:<\/strong> <em>Internship &#8211; Field Counseling Experience<\/em><br>Complete a hands-on counseling internship in a faith-based or clinical setting.<\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 10 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Thesis<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">RCS408<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Research Methods in Christian Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS486:<\/strong> <em>Topic Proposal and Defense<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS487:<\/strong> <em>Thesis Writing<\/em><\/td><td>6 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS488:<\/strong> <em>Final Defense and Publication<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 14 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><style>\n    .custom-heading {\n        background-color: #000000; \/* Black background *\/\n        color: #ffffff; \/* White text color *\/\n        font-weight: bold; \/* Bold text *\/\n        text-align: center; \/* Center text *\/\n        padding: 5px 20px; \/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 130 UNITS<\/h5><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">You Can Start Today!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\">\r\n  <a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" \r\n     href=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/apply.php\" \r\n     style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#ffffff;background-color:#800000\" \r\n     target=\"_blank\" \r\n     rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\r\n    Apply Now\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This program offers a comprehensive study of counseling techniques from a Christian perspective. It includes training in counseling theories, ethics, and practical application. The aim is to equip students with adequate theological knowledge and prepare them to provide effective pastoral care and counseling. The program is 100% online. 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