Counseling from a Christian Perspective Certificate

Offered in Hickory

The Certificate Program in Counseling from a Christian Perspective integrates sound counseling techniques and professional ethical practice within a Christian framework. The program is designed for Counselors or Clergy who desire to use a faith-based clinical practice in a formal way.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Certificate in Counseling from a Christian Perspective program an individual must meet the following criteria:

1. Hold a master’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution in Counseling and have a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; OR
2. Hold a master’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in a closely related discipline (e.g. MDiv, Psychology, Clinical Social Work, etc.). Certain co-requisites may be required depending on previous graduate coursework completed; OR
3. Be a master’s degree student in Counseling at Lenoir-Rhyne University who is in good standing and has completed a minimum of 36 semester hours (of which must include COU 505 - Counseling Theories , COU 530 - Counseling Techniques , and COU 525 - Professional Orientation and Ethical Practices ) in his/her degree program.
4. Submit a scholarly written statement of his/her Counseling Philosophy that includes a rationale for applying to the Certificate in Counseling from a Christian Perspective program;
5. Successfully complete an individual interview with a panel of designated faculty.