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Pastoral counseling and specialized ministries
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What is a pastoral counseling and specialized ministries major?
This program focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares both ordained clergy and non-ordained individuals to provide non-clinical counseling to individuals and groups. It includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology, crisis intervention, individual and group procedures, women's, youth and urban ministry, theological and spiritual counseling, and pastoral care.
of students said a highlight of this major was the fascinating subject.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because of a desire to make a difference.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
How much do pastoral counseling and specialized ministries majors make?
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How popular is pastoral counseling and specialized ministries as a major?
Each year, around 680 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 100 students obtain an associate degree in pastoral counseling and specialized ministries. In 2021, 577 students received a bachelor's degree and 126 students received an associate degree. This is 8% fewer pastoral counseling and specialized ministries majors than there were in 2020. Pastoral counseling and specialized ministries is a relatively uncommon major within religious studies.
Advice from pastoral counseling and specialized ministries majors
Share your experienceDon’t overthink how this will effect you in the future, instead be open to what Holy Spirit has to say. Be a vessel and not a stumbling block. You are doing better than you think!!
