Christian Counseling Degree

The Christian counseling program at MidAmerica Nazarene University prepares students for careers as a non-licensed Christian counselor, administrator, lay ministry Christian counselor, advocate, case manager, or mental health services. The program focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Program courses include: pastoral studies, pastoral leadership, counseling psychology, crisis intervention, individual and group procedures, theological and spiritual counseling, and pastoral care. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer christian counseling degrees.

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MidAmerica Nazarene University

Also known as MidAmerica Nazarene College

1600 E. Euclid, McPherson, KS

MidAmerica Nazarene University is a nonprofit private institution located in Olathe, Kansas and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The Church of the Nazarene affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Mid-America Nazarene College.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mid-America Nazarene College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Theology And Religious Vocations

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Most students accepted to Mid-America Nazarene College earn an SAT score within the range of 410 - 460, or an ACT composite score between 19 - 25. More information on admissions can be found at mnu.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $24,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. MidAmerica Nazarene University may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at MidAmerica Nazarene University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.mnu.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Religious Workers, All Other

Description

All religious workers not listed separately.

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).