Christian Counseling Degree

The Christian counseling program at Neumann 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer christian counseling degrees.

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Neumann University (Neumann)

2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA

Neumann University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Aston, PA, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Neumann University has a yearly student enrollment of nearly three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Neumann offers:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to Neumann achieve an SAT score within the range of 1160 to 1420, or an ACT score within the range of 16 to 20. 90% of those students that apply are accepted to Neumann University, of which 24 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at neumann.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,900 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Neumann through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to learn more about this school can visit their website at http://www.neumann.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Christian Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Neumann University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree
• Post-Masters Certificate
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.74
  • Average Annual Salary: $49380

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).