Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling Psychology
Program Summary
The Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling Psychology (PCP400) is a faith-integrated graduate program preparing students to address mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges with a biblical foundation. Students gain mastery of counseling psychology, biblical healing practices, and pastoral care principles, enabling them to effectively serve individuals, couples, families, and communities in faith-based and clinical settings.
Program Overview
This advanced degree trains students to merge theology with psychology, teaching counseling techniques that foster healing through the Word of God, prayer, and faith-centered therapeutic practices. Students are equipped to become professional Christian counselors, pastoral care leaders, life coaches, and advocates for spiritual and emotional restoration.
Program Title
Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling Psychology
Program Details: Pastoral Counseling Psychology
- Program Code: PCP00
- Degree Level: Master’s
- Program Duration: 14 Months
- Total Credit Hours: 50
- Delivery Method: Flex (Online Instructor Lead & Self-Pace )
Fee Structure:
- Tuition Cost: $7,999.00
- Application Fee (Enrollment Fee): $275.00 (Non-refundable)
- Books and Supplies: $750.00
- Graduation Fee: $499.00
- Total Program Cost: $9,523
Major
Pastoral Counseling
Concentration
Psychology
Certification Eligibility
Graduates are eligible to sit for the 5-Fold National Certification Board exams, earning the 5-Fold Pastoral Certified® credential upon passing.
Career Field
Graduates of the Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling Psychology (PCP400) program will be equipped to serve in a wide range of leadership, counseling, and ministry roles across faith-based, educational, nonprofit, and clinical settings.
The program provides graduates with the skills to offer biblically grounded counseling services, address behavioral and mental health challenges, and provide emotional and spiritual support rooted in Christian theology.
Graduates will be prepared to counsel individuals, couples, families, and groups within churches, schools, counseling centers, and community organizations.
Students who complete this program will have the foundational knowledge and professional readiness to pursue positions such as:
- Pastoral Counselor
- Christian Mental Health Professional
- Faith-Based Marriage and Family Therapist
- Chaplain Assistant
- Victim Advocacy Counselor
- Nonprofit Christian Counseling Leader
- Christian School Counselor
- Life Coach and Motivational Speaker
This degree also lays the groundwork for future doctoral studies or specialized licensure in Christian Counseling, Pastoral Care, or Clinical Christian Therapy, depending on the student’s career goals and certification pathway.