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Christian Counseling Degrees

Christian Counseling Degrees - Self Paced & Home Study!

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Key features:

  • Tuition is very affordable compared to state/private colleges.
  • You receive courses for each "pay-as-you-go"  module
  • Self-paced home study via books/dvds or optionally online (great for international students!) let you proceed at your own pace!
  • BA/Masters, Masters, PhD or license-only programs available
  • "Fast track" BA/MA program available for mature students who do not have a prior BA degree.
  • Curriculum includes concurrent licensing with the National Christian Counselors Association
  • Choice of seminaries from approved list.

Click here to see a short, introductory video.

More questions?  Research this website,
download a complete information packet, including student application, or email us!  Thank you for your interest!

Study Programs - Which One Is Right For You?

NCCA Licensing Levels

After completing all of the requirements and submitting all required documents for Phase I and then Phase II, the student will, assuming all things are in order and based upon their highest degree level, receive membership plus one of the following certificates: 

NCCA License Level Education/Highest Degree Obtained
Certified Pastoral Counselor Diploma/GED
Licensed Pastoral Counselor Bachelors              
Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor Masters
Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor-Advance Certification Doctorate