Learn about psychology and counseling from a biblical perspective to prepare you for graduate studies and effective ministry. As you are mentored by caring and experienced professors, you will be equipped to help people in both your church and community make real life changes. Counseling Ministries Degree.
“I definitely value the education, but for me it’s that relational aspect that CSU has. I know if I had a problem in ministry or my personal life I could call any of the professors that I’ve had and would be able to talk through things with them.”
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
What Will You Learn?
In all of the programs at CSU, you’ll be interacting with small class sizes and professors who really care and desire to mentor you. You’ll not only receive quality academics to prepare you for your career, but discipleship to prepare you for life. Counseling Ministries Degree.
Biblical preparation for ministry
Build a solid foundation in Scripture that will prepare you for meaningful ministry. Your professors will mentor you as examples of how to communicate with others in truth and love!
Understanding of psychology and counseling
Learn about the various philosophies of psychology and counseling from a believing worldview. You will learn how to deal with secular philosophies with discernment for effective and biblical counseling.
Foundation for future studies
With flexible electives, you can choose courses that best fit your goals. You will be prepared to transition into the Master of Science in Counseling program to pursue further studies.
Each of your courses will be taught from a biblical worldview, and you’ll learn with an intimate group of peers led by professors who care about your success.
All courses are three credits unless noted. Course descriptions can be found in the catalog.
First Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
CSU First Year Experience [CSU101] – 0 credits
Principles of Bible Study [BI100]
Bible Survey [BI111]
Academic and Researched Writing [EN121]
Speech Communication [SP100]
History Core Elective
Writing Across the Disciplines [EN122]
Living Well [HP101] – 1 credit
General Psychology [PS100]
Building a Biblical Lifestyle [TH120]
Biblical Studies Elective
Humanities Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Second Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
World Religions [EV220]
Introduction to Counseling [PS203]
Arts & Sciences Elective
Free Elective
Free Elective
Theology Survey [TH211]
Biblical Studies Elective
Humanities Elective
Math or Science Elective
Free Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Third Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Abnormal Psychology [PS303]
Arts & Sciences Elective
Biblical Studies Elective
Counseling Elective
Free Elective
Dynamics of Discipleship [PS301]
Historical and Contemporary Theories in Counseling [PS402]
Theological Distinctives [TH308]
Counseling Ministry Elective
Free Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Ethics and Professionalism [PS313]
Biblical Studies Elective
Biblical Studies Elective
Counseling Elective
Counseling Elective
Worldviews: Humanities and Science [PH206]
Marriage and Family Dynamics [PS414]
Crisis Counseling [PS416]
Senior Seminar [TH480]
Counseling Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Program Highlights
Take up to 12 credits dual enrolled with CSU’s Master of Science in Counseling program to get ahead in your studies.
Easily transfer many previous collegiate studies.
Learn from experienced professors invested in your growth and future success.
Equip your passion for ministry.
You will be prepared to begin ministering to others through biblical counseling, and to pursue graduate studies for state licensure.
While you prepare for your career you’ll also earn a double major in Biblical Studies. At CSU, you’ll experience personal mentorship with someone who cares deeply about you and your relationship with your Creator. You’ll be challenged to think through topics and questions through a biblical worldview. Your Bible courses will lay a foundation for whatever path God has for your life.
When you attend this Bible college, you’re getting more than just a degree—you’re getting the tools, support system and encouragement to follow Christ with your whole heart—long after graduation.
WHY CSU?
You want to choose a college:
Where you can get prepared for your future. Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ. Where you truly find your fit.
Students constantly say the top reason they love CSU so much is:Community. When you’re part of the CSU community, you attend class with professors who are mentors; you do life right alongside others who want to serve their Savior, and you are welcomed into lifelong friendships that last well beyond graduation.
(Hint—it's way less than "sticker" price! Plus, our costs continually fall below our in-state, private school competitors' actual costs.)
A Christ-centered education is a wise investment. That's why we make biblical education as affordable as possible for students like you.
Scholarshipsare for Christian character, work ethic and academics. 99% of full-time, on-campus students getfree financial aid. (Based on incoming class of Fall 2021)
For more than 90 years, CSU has prepared Christ-centered, career-ready graduates to serve around the globe in a variety of ministries and careers. You'll learn from trusted professors who have a heart for Christ and desire for discipleship. You'll join a community of CSU students who are passionate about using their talents to serve Christ.
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