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MA in Counseling Psychology
graduate Program

MA in Counseling Psychology

Specialized program for counseling and pastoral care, integrating psychological principles with Christian counseling.

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology is an advanced program designed to equip students with practical counseling skills, psychological knowledge, and Christian principles. This program focuses on real-world applications in therapy, crisis intervention, and pastoral care.

Program Features

  • Integrates psychological principles with Christian counseling.
  • Equips students with practical skills for therapy, crisis intervention, and pastoral care.
  • Prepares graduates for clinical and community-based counseling roles.
  • Includes a practicum component for hands-on experience.

Program Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education that balances academic rigor with practical ministry application.

Program Courses

  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Counseling Theories Techniques & Skills
  • Measurement and Statistics in Psychology
  • Ethical and Multicultural Practice of Counseling with Pastoral Counseling
  • Advanced Psychopathology
  • Advanced Marriage and Family Counseling
  • Advanced School and Career Counseling
  • Assessment and Diagnosis in Counseling Psychology
  • Practice in Counseling Psychology
  • Interpretative Theories and Practices
  • Stories of the Ancient Near East Texts
  • Apologetics
  • World Religions
  • Philosophical Ethics

Program Details

Degree Level

graduate

Duration

2 years

Credits

48 credit hours

Format

residential

Campuses

Addis Ababa

Start Dates

September & January

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