The Counseling in Ministry concentration within the Counseling Psychology degree program provides additional training for students who desire to use their degree within the context of ministry. This concentration provides a more focused approach in the integration of Christianity and counseling and the practice of counseling ministry. Psychology and theology are integrated while retaining priority on evangelical doctrine and biblical authority. Students are encouraged to seek emotional wholeness and spiritual maturity, realizing healthy persons make better counselors.
Minors
- Bible & Theology
- Ministry Leadership
- Nonprofit Business Administration
- Organizational Leadership
- Social Work
- Youth Ministries
“My degree and experience from Toccoa Falls College equipped me in ways that I could never have expected when I first chose my major. Although I did not end up as a professional counselor, the education and gospel centered filter from which classes were taught prepared me to work in both the faith based and secular environments I have found myself in over the last 20 years. As a pastor for over 15 years, I have used the counseling skills and foundation I received in just about every capacity and position I have been in. At TFC I was able to explore my gifts and passions creatively, while also being prepared professionally for service.”
-Josh Abernathy, Class of 2006
-Josh Abernathy, Class of 2006
Program Layout
The Counseling Psychology degree is a 126 hour program that includes 69 hours of general education courses (including 30 hours of Bible and Theology), 15 hours of open electives, and 42 hours in Counseling Psychology-specific courses. Classes include Crisis & Trauma Counseling, Christ-Centered Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Spiritual Care & Counseling.
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