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Objectives
Upon completion of the B.A.Min. degree with a Christian Counseling major, the student should be able to fulfill objectives in three domains: Cognitive, Behavioral, and Affective. Completion of the Christian Counseling program should enable students to:

Cognitive
Know oneself and the disciplines involved in personal growth.
Know the salient tenets of individual, group, and family counseling; human development and psychopathology; and professional and theological foundations of psychotherapy.

Behavioral
Demonstrate the philosophies, goals, and techniques of the major counseling theories.
Demonstrate the core counseling skills.

Affective
Experience an enhanced sense of personal authenticity and empathy in the care of humanity.
Intuit a range and depth of feelings in oneself and others.

The B.A.Min. degree with a Christian Counseling major is for those who wish to become more competent and confident in Christian counseling skills. Christian Counseling major course work will be completed in a cohort, with the program requiring commitment for four consecutive terns. For the counseling year, the student will meet three nights per week following the traditional trimester system, beginning with the fall trimester and concluding at the end of the following summer.

For information regarding admission to the Christian Counseling program, see the Catalog.

Persons may fulfill education requirements for ordination in the Church of the Nazarene either as elder or deacon by completing additional courses as listed at the end of this section.

The four-year Bachelor of Science degree requires 124 hours of study. Students develop a major in Bible (52 hours), along with a professional emphasis in one of the following seven areas: Preaching Ministry, Christian Counseling, Christian Education, Music Ministry, Cross-Cultural Ministry, Youth & Family Ministry, and General Ministry.

OBJECTIVES:
Students who complete a Bachelor of Science degree should . . .
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the Bible and its essential doctrines; a comprehensive Christian worldview harmonizing significant historical, scientific, and philosophical issues with biblical truth; and proficiency in an area of professional study.

Develop skills in observation and interpretation, in critical and creative thinking; and in problem-solving, particularly in relationship to biblical exegesis and application.

Comprehend, embrace, and demonstrate the biblical principles of spirituality, morality, Christ-like character, and service as modeled and taught by Christ and His disciples.

Demonstrate familiarity with multiple methods of communication within a variety of settings; having as a communicator confidence to overcome apprehension, conviction to consider ethical implications, and commitment to utilizing opportunities for communication within the chosen area of leadership.

Understand the nature and demands of the Great Commission, be committed to personal discipleship and disciple-making, and participate in some way in the task of taking the Gospel to all the nations.

The four-year Bachelor of Arts degree requires 132 hours of study. Students develop a major in Bible (52 hours), along with a professional emphasis in one of the following seven areas: Preaching Ministry, Christian Counseling, Christian Education, Cross-Cultural Ministry, Youth & Family Ministry, General Ministry, or Biblical Research. The Bachelor of Arts degree also requires 14 additional hours of study in Biblical languages.

OBJECTIVES:
Students who complete a Bachelor of Arts degree should . . .
Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the Bible and its essential doctrines; a comprehensive Christian worldview harmonizing significant historical, scientific, and philosophical issues with biblical truth; and proficiency in an area of professional study.

Develop skills in observation and interpretation, in critical and creative thinking; and in problem-solving, particularly in relationship to biblical exegesis and application.

Develop knowledge of the biblical languages in order to have a clearer understanding of the original texts with the goal of teaching and preaching them to others.

Comprehend, embrace, and demonstrate the biblical principles of spirituality, morality, Christ-like character, and service as modeled and taught by Christ and His disciples.

Demonstrate familiarity with multiple methods of communication within a variety of settings; having as a communicator confidence to overcome apprehension, conviction to consider ethical implications, and commitment to utilizing opportunities for communication within the chosen area of leadership.

Understand the nature and demands of the Great Commission, be committed to personal discipleship and disciple-making, and participate in some way in the task of taking the Gospel to all the nations.

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The purpose of the educational program of the Religion and Theology Degree is to provide Christ-centered, distinctively Seventh-day Adventist, clinically grounded theological education for students in preparation for pastoral ministry, evangelism, teaching, Christian counseling, and chaplaincy. The religion and theology program is designed to prepare individuals for effective service to God, church, and humanity. Specifically the program seeks to prepare students for entry-level practice in ministry and for seminary and graduate study in religion and theology in preparation for specialized ministry. The department serves the general student body of Oakwood University through the provision of religion and theology courses across the curriculum. The department also serves as a resource to all University departments for the promotion of faith and learning.

The Bible & Ministry program offers:
Preparation for ministry or graduate study.
Development of skills for professional or lay ministry
Credit opportunities for prior learning experience.
Financial aid counseling.
Workshop and seminar style classes in evenings and on weekends.
Flexible scheduling in seven week sessions.

Concentrations in:
Pastoral ministry
Associate ministry
Missionary service
Christian counseling
Pre-seminary

An accelerated program accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Formal in-depth Bible study and development of ministry talents and skills
Involvement in ministry as a volunteer or professional in a Christian organization
Accelerated evening or weekend classes
Personal growth in interpersonal relationships which reflect biblical values
A balance of biblical and theological education with practical skills

Christian Ministries — Program of Study
All students must complete BI 110R (Understanding the OT) and BI 120R (Understanding the NT) before entering the major (available online and face-to-face).

A. Biblical and Religious Studies (27 credits)
Required (12 credits):
Biblical Interpretation
Systematic Theology
History of Christianity
Teaching the Bible
Electives (15 credits):
Choose five of the following courses, with at least two courses from Old Testament and two courses from New Testament.

Old Testament New Testament
Torah Life of Christ
OT Historical Books The Book of Acts
Prophetic Voice Pauline Epistles
OT Poetic Books General Epistles

B. Christian Ministries (27 credits)
Required (15 credits):
Ministry in its Cultural Context
Spiritual Formation
Theology and Practice of Evangelism
Foundations of Christian Counseling
Reflective Internship in Christian Ministries

Choose one of the following concentrations (12 credits):

1. Pastoral Leadership
Nonprofit Management
Board Governance and Volunteer Management in Nonprofit Organizations
The Theology and Practice of Pastoral Ministry
Preaching the Bible

2. Nonprofit Administration
Nonprofit Management
Board Governance and Volunteer Management in Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit Financial Management
Nonprofit Marketing

3. Counseling
Counseling Theories
Crisis Counseling
Marital Counseling
Parent Education

Total Credits = 54 (for the major)

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Counseling criteria: The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Counseling program will prepare the student to integrate biblical knowledge with counseling methodology so as to function as an efficient counselor.

Class Class Description Credits
Bible Requirements
BBL 101 Old Testament Survey I 3 Credits
BBL 111 Blood Covenant 3 Credits
BBL 151 New Testament Survey I 3 Credits
BBL 201 Bible Doctrines Survey 3 Credits
Bible Electives 18 Credits

General Education Requirements
ENG 101 English Grammar 3 Credits
ENG 102 English Compostition 3 Credits
ENL 211 Intro to Classics of Christian Literature 3 Credits
SPH 101 Speech 3 Credits
HIS 212 Unites States History 3 Credits
SCI 201 Biology I 3 Credits
SCI 125 Earth Science 3 Credits
MAC 301 Beginning College Algebra 3 Credits
MAC 302 College Algebra 3 Credits
MIW 201 World Religions 3 Credits
SSF 101 Freshman Seminar 1 Credit
Intro to Philosophy 3 Credits
Intro to Psychology or Sociology 3 Credits

Core Curriculum
CCO 302 Christian Counseling Ethics 3 Credits
CCO 320 Counseling in Times of Crisis 3 Credits
CCO 322 Counseling Families 3 Credits
CCO 348 Counseling for Sexual Disorders 3 Credits
CCO 425 Overcoming Co-Dependancy 3 Credits
CCO 426 Counseling and Marriage 3 Credits
CCO 430 Counseling for Family Violence & Abuse 3 Credits
CCO 452 Counseling and Guilt 3 Credits
CCO 454 Counseling for Substance Abuse & Addiction 3 Credits
CCO 460 Counseling the Depressed 3 Credits
PSY 104 Introduction to Psychology & Counseling 3 Credits
PSY 312 Tests & Measurementsin Psychology 3 Credits
LAB LAB 6 Credits
General Electives 3 Credits
Bibles Electives 8 Credits
Total: 120 Credits

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Christian Counseling

On completion of the Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Counseling, the graduate should be able to:
Integrate biblical knowledge with counseling methodology so as to function as an efficient counselor;
Be conversant with an array of counseling approaches, both Christian and secular, including theoretical and applied principles;
Display a basic competence in interviewing skills and counseling techniques; and
Show familiarity with the classical personality theories