Christian Counseling Degree

The Christian counseling program at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary 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 Missouri colleges that offer christian counseling degrees.

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Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary

1423 N Jefferson, Springfield, MO

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is a faith-based institute located in Kansas City, Missouri that offers educational opportunities for its students. This school also has a Protestant (Other) affiliation. Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary enrolls around 300 students yearly, providing students an excellent learning atmosphere. Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary offers more than forty different programs available to students, and it awards degrees up to a Master's degree. The more popular programs among students are shown below:

• Christian Counseling
• Biblical Studies
• Organizational Leadership
• Theology
• Intercultural, Multicultural and Diversity Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts and records and any test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary scored within the range of 18 to 22 on the ACT.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary also provides student services in the form of flexible courses for those with irregular schedules and career counseling assistance for students in need of help.

The cost of tuition is around $12,000 for undergraduate level students and $7,100 for graduate level programs, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary. Some students at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary may qualify for financial assistance, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation has accredited the instruction & training provided by Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary for over fifty-three years. Get more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can learn about programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Christian Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's 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

• Springfield, MO
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $43290

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).