Prerequisites
(Advanced Psychology Courses — 15 credits)
- PRQ 401 – Advanced Psychology Fundamentals (3 credits)
- PRQ 402 – Advanced Human Behavior Studies (3 credits)
- PRQ 403 – Advanced Mental Health and Illness Concepts (3 credits)
- PRQ 404 – Advanced Mental Health Practice and Profession (3 credits)
- PRQ 405 – Advanced Philosophy of Psychology (3 credits)
Subtotal: 15 Credits
Core Major Courses (4 credits each)
PCP 420 – Fundamentals of Therapeutic Techniques
Description:
This course equips students with foundational therapeutic techniques necessary for effective Christian counseling, focusing on communication, relationship dynamics, and purpose-driven coaching practices.
Modules:
- Module 1: Fundamentals of Therapeutic Techniques
- Module 2: Counseling Approach Towards Children and Families
- Module 3: Relationship Counseling Skills and Tools
- Module 4: Purpose-Driven Coaching Practices
- PCP 421 – Advanced Knowledge of Behavioral Challenges
PCP 421 – Advanced Knowledge of Behavioral Challenges
Description:
This course explores behavioral challenges impacting Christian families and marriages, including psychological and financial influences on relationships.
Modules:
- Module 1: Behavioral Challenges Affecting Families
- Module 2: Main Issues Impacting Christian Marriages
- Module 3: Common Life Issues Causing Behavioral Issues
- Module 4: Wealth and Economic Struggles Effect on Behavior
PCP 422 – Core Principles of Sexual Abuse Victim Counseling
Description:
Students gain an in-depth understanding of counseling survivors of abuse, legal protections, and techniques for providing a safe and biblically-centered recovery process.
Modules:
- Module 1: In-Depth Studies of Child Abuse Categories and Types
- Module 2: Behavioral Impact of Child Abuse
- Module 3: Advanced Information on Child Abuse Legal Ramifications
- Module 4: Core Skills of Child Abuse Protection and Prevention
PCP 414 – Essentials of Biblical Counseling
Description:
Students will explore the integration of theology and counseling, focusing on the power of prayer, developing spiritual relationships, and understanding divine intervention in healing.
Modules:
- Module 1: Biblical Approach to Counseling
- Module 2: The Method of Applying Prayer to Counseling
- Module 3: Methods for Encouraging a Spiritual Relationship
- Module 4: Understanding Divine Intervention Principles
PCP 425 – Practice of Healing and Treatment
Description:
This course prepares students to apply biblical methods and therapeutic strategies to promote emotional and spiritual healing within a pastoral counseling framework.
Modules:
- Module 1: Effective Biblical Practices to Facilitate Healing
- Module 2: Developing a Faithful Mind
- Module 3: Application of Therapeutic Forms of Treatment
- Module 4: Healing through Coaching and Dedication
Additional Courses (4 credits each)
- PCP 450 – Advanced Trauma-Informed Care in Christian Counseling (4 credits)
- PCP 460 – Research and Writing for Christian Counselors (4 credits)
Subtotal: 8 Credits
PCP 450 – Advanced Trauma-Informed Care in Christian Counseling
Description:
This course teaches a trauma-informed Christian counseling model, guiding clients through grief, crisis, and PTSD recovery by integrating scriptural foundations with therapeutic care.
Modules:
- Module 1: Understanding Trauma and the Christian Client
- Module 2: Advanced Crisis Intervention Models
- Module 3: Christian Counseling for Grief, Loss, and PTSD
- Module 4: Integrating Scripture in Trauma Recovery
PCP 460 – Research and Writing for Christian Counselors
Description:
This course builds research and writing skills for Christian counselors, covering academic writing, research methodology, program development, and certification preparation.
Modules:
- Module 1: Research Methods in Christian Psychology
- Module 2: Academic Writing for Pastoral Counseling
- Module 3: Developing Counseling Program Proposals
- Module 4: Preparing for Certification and Licensing Exams
Summary Table
| Course Code | Course Title | Modules Included |
|---|---|---|
| PCP 420 | Fundamentals of Therapeutic Techniques | 4 Modules |
| PCP 421 | Advanced Knowledge of Behavioral Challenges | 4 Modules |
| PCP 422 | Core Principles of Sexual Abuse Victim Counseling | 4 Modules |
| PCP 414 | Essentials of Biblical Counseling | 4 Modules |
| PCP 425 | Practice of Healing and Treatment | 4 Modules |
| PCP 450 | Advanced Trauma-Informed Care | 4 Modules |
| PCP 460 | Research and Writing for Christian Counselors | 4 Modules |
Each course = 4 weeks = 4 modules.
Capstone and Final Project
- Capstone Project and Comprehensive Final Exam (7 credits total: 5 credits original + 2 credits Capstone Extension/Final Report)
Subtotal: 7 Credits
| Category | Credits |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites (Advanced Psychology Courses) | 15 |
| Core Majors (PCP 400–440) | 20 |
| Additional Courses (Trauma Care, Research Writing) | 8 |
| Capstone and Final Project (with extension) | 7 |
| Total | 50 Credits |