Columbia International University’s Master of Arts in Care and Counseling degree will equip you to provide guidance and counsel to others. Learn to help individuals gain a deeper understanding of themselves, others, life and the world through the lens of God’s perspective.
The Care and Counseling program will train you in the skills and knowledge you need to provide short-term counseling in a variety of settings. The focus of CIU’s program is on providing wholistic care that attends to all dimensions of personhood. You will be equipped with the tools to address not only the emotional and relational aspects of individuals’ lives but also their spiritual needs, fostering growth and healing in all areas.
As a student in the MA in Care and Counseling program, you will have the opportunity to develop proficiency in utilizing both theological insights and evidence-based counseling techniques. By integrating these approaches, you will gain a fuller understanding of the human experience and be better equipped to offer effective care. You will learn to apply theological principles to counseling sessions, drawing from your knowledge of God’s Word to guide individuals toward healing, transformation and personal growth.
Throughout your studies, you will be mentored by experienced faculty members who are dedicated to your success. They will guide you in acquiring the necessary skills to provide compassionate and competent care and counseling. With their support, you will gain confidence in your ability to engage with individuals from various backgrounds and assist them in navigating life’s challenges.
By pursuing the Master of Arts in Care and Counseling degree, you are committing yourself to a transformative educational journey that will prepare you to make a profound difference in the lives of others. You will be empowered to provide holistic care, integrate theological insights with evidence-based practices and address the emotional, relational and spiritual needs of those entrusted to your care.
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Campus – January 3, 2025
Online – January 13, 2025
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Seminary & School of Counseling
ATS, ABHE, SACSCOC
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CIU offers a transformative educational experience that combines interactive online classes with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
At the heart of CIU’s program is a faculty comprised of caring, scholarly and experienced practitioners who are deeply invested in your academic and spiritual growth.
you will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through a mentored field experience.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:
You will engage in a study of God's redemptive plan as it progressively unfolds throughout the Bible. Special attention will be given to the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ as He brings to fulfillment the promises, prophecies, and types of the Old Testament.
In this course, you will examine the development of individuals from conception through old age. Drawing from a biblical framework informed by major theories of human growth, you will learn to conceptualize human biological, cognitive, socio-emotional, and spiritual growth and development and will consider how your understanding can inform the care of others. Course assignments will challenge you to explore your own developmental journey.
In this course, you will explore pivotal moments in the various seasons of missionary service which ensure growth and longevity in a lifelong commitment to the missionary call. You will study the career span of a missionary and will define critical seasons and decisions. Special attention will be given to designing models for the missionary care provider which will enable you to minister to life-long needs and to enhance career health and satisfaction.
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