Christian Counseling Degree

The Christian counseling program at Garrett – Evangelical 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 Illinois colleges that offer christian counseling degrees.

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Garrett – Evangelical Theological Seminary

6640 S. Cicero, Bedford Park, IL

Garrett - Evangelical Theological Seminary, located in Evanston, Illinois, is a school dedicated to providing an education guided by faith. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. This school has an enrollment of about 300 students per year. Garrett - Evangelical Theological Seminary offers several programs for students to choose from. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Ministry
• Philosophy
• Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
• Theology

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school.

Garrett - Evangelical Theological Seminary also offers career counseling for students in need of help.

The cost of this school's tuition is nearly $20,000 annually for the graduate programs offered. The prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Living quarters are available on-campus for potential students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,000. Financial assistance may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

Garrett - Evangelical Theological Seminary has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. Get more information by following the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Christian Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Garrett – Evangelical Theological Seminary offers a master's degree program in christian counseling.

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $45050
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $33890
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $43660

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).