Pastoral Counseling (MAPC) Course Descriptions

• MAPC 5301 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling

  Prerequisite(s): None

  This course surveys the field of pastoral counseling. The course will focus on the counselor’s listening skills, discernment of spiritual issues, use of relevant scripture in pastoral counseling settings, grief counseling and hospital visitation skills.

• MAPC 5302 Theories and Techniques in Pastoral Counseling

  Prerequisite(s): MAPC 5301

  This course introduces students to major theories of counseling and Psychotherapy. It involves an intensive counseling experience on campus designed to enhance self-awareness, promote personality exploration, and provide case discussion and analysis. Fundamentals of the therapeutic relationship and essential skills are examined.

• MAPC 5303 Theories and Techniques in Counseling

  Prerequisite(s): MAPC 5301

  This course introduces students to major theories and techniques of counseling. It includes an intensive supervised counseling experience on campus designed to enhance self-awareness, promote personality exploration, and provide case discussion and analysis. Fundamentals of the therapeutic relationship and essential helping skills and techniques are examined and practiced.

• MAPC 6301 Pastoral Counseling Internship

  Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of MAPC coursework, which must include COUN 5312 and MAPC 5302

  This course offers student participation in a pastoral counseling experience, under supervision in an approved setting along with supervision by a university faculty member.