Christian Counseling Degree

The Christian counseling program at Northwest Christian 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 Oregon colleges that offer christian counseling degrees.

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Northwest Christian University (NCU)

049 SW Porter Street, Portland, OR

NCC is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Eugene, Oregon, in a predominantly urban area. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Northwest Christian University, with only approximately 620 students enrolled, offers a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study available at NCC include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to NCC achieve an SAT score between 1380 to 1670, or an ACT composite score in a range of 20 to 25. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at NCC, with 35% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at nwcu.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $26,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Students at NCC may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Northwest Christian University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.nwcu.edu/ to see additional information.

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $49440

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).