DIPLOMA OF
CHRISTIAN COUNSELING (DIP.CC)
Restoring Lives Through Christ-Centered Counseling
2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of Christian Counseling, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty
Christian Counseling Ministry
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Christian Counselor
Pastoral Counselor
Family Ministry Worker
Church Care Coordinator
Discipleship Mentor
Community Support Worker
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Christian Counseling (Dip.CC) is a comprehensive academic program designed to equip students with biblical counseling knowledge, pastoral care skills, and practical strategies for helping individuals, families, and communities. This program integrates biblical principles, Christian psychology, and counseling techniques to prepare believers for effective ministry, emotional support, discipleship, and Christ-centered counseling in church and community settings.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Counseling Foundations
Pastoral Care Skills
Christian Ethics Application
Effective Communication Skills
Family Counseling Principles
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DCC 101 |
Introduction to Christian Counseling |
3 |
|
DCC 102 |
Biblical Foundations for Counseling |
3 |
|
DCC 103 |
Basic Psychology for Counselors |
3 |
|
DCC 104 |
Spiritual Formation and Counseling |
2 |
|
DCC 105 |
Communication Skills for Counselors I |
2 |
|
DCC 106 |
Counseling Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DCC 111 |
Counseling Techniques and Methods |
3 |
|
DCC 112 |
Marriage and Family Counseling |
3 |
|
DCC 113 |
Crisis Counseling and Trauma Care |
3 |
|
DCC 114 |
Pastoral Counseling and Church Care |
3 |
|
DCC 115 |
Communication Skills for Counselors II |
2 |
|
DCC 116 |
Counseling Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DCC 201 |
Counseling Ethics and Professional Issues |
3 |
|
DCC 202 |
Counseling Children and Adolescents |
3 |
|
DCC 203 |
Counseling for Addiction and Recovery |
3 |
|
DCC 204 |
Cultural and Intercultural Counseling |
3 |
|
DCC 205 |
Research & Writing for Counseling |
2 |
|
DCC 206 |
Counseling Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DCC 211 |
Advanced Christian Counseling Strategies |
3 |
|
DCC 212 |
Group Counseling and Small-Group Dynamics |
3 |
|
DCC 213 |
Counseling and Spiritual Warfare |
3 |
|
DCC 214 |
Leadership in Christian Counseling Ministry |
3 |
|
DCC 215 |
Supervision and Case Study Evaluation |
2 |
|
DCC 216 |
Counseling Practicum IV |
2 |
Ready to Take the Next Step in Ministry?
Develop biblical knowledge, ministry competence, and leadership excellence through our Diploma Program designed for meaningful Kingdom impact.
