This is an overview of the major theories of personality. In addition to Christian, Gestalt, Behavioristic and Humanistic approaches, the perspectives of Freud, Jung, Adler and Erikson are considered. This course is designed to give the student an understanding of how people grow and develop from conception through early childhood. Particular emphasis is placed upon psychological development and the definition of personality. This course continues to give the student an understanding of how people grow and develop.
Attention is focused on later childhood through adolescence and adulthood to death.
A study of the varieties and nature of religious experience, the psychological basis of religion, the most prevalent theories of religious behavior and its various expressions. Also addresses the effect of religion on personality and its practical application for ministry. PC 820 Social and Cultural Issues in Counseling This course examines cultural and ethnic uniqueness and differences as significant issues for counselors and counselees. Emphasis is given to designing culturally and socially sensitive counseling interventions. PC 821 Crisis Counseling Designed to familiarize the pastoral counselor with the special models, theories and techniques of crisis intervention.