Christian Counseling Degrees FAQ's

FAQ's for Christian Counseling Degrees

Can I accept remuneration for counseling?

If you are an ordained, licensed or commissioned minister, you probably can accept remuneration for counseling since most states exempt clergy from having to be

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Once credentialed by the N.C.C.A., will I qualify for professional malpractice/liability insurance?

Lockton has reviewed the N.C.C.A.’s requirements and credentialing procedures and will provide professional malpractice/liability insurance coverage for ou

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Do I have to be state licensed in order to counsel?

You need to decide if you want to be in the “business” of counseling or in the “ministry” of counseling.

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How long does it take to complete the program?

The honest answer is that it is basically up to the student!  The courses are self-paced and we have seen motivated students complete the MA program in less than a year and PhD student

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Can I be licensed as a Christian (Faith-based) counselor without having a B.A. degree?

 Yes! We have a program to allow mature students (typically older than 30) to gain their MA degree even without a prior bachelors degree.

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Will I be trained to help those who are hurting?

Yes, research shows that persons who are trained by the N.C.C.A. are usually able to help more than 90% of those who turn to them for counsel.

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