Building on a foundation of study in Old Testament, New Testament, and systematic theology, students take a range of courses that equip them to develop a full-orbed program of youth ministry. The M.A. in Christian Thought concentrates on the major issues relating to the human condition from historical, philosophical, and theological perspectives. It is designed to help students develop a world and life view founded upon biblical principles of Reformed theology. The M.A. in Counseling is a seventy-semester hour program designed for the person who wishes to work in the specialized field of counseling and who desires an orientation that integrates Christian theology with counseling theory and practice. Biblical and theological studies are integrated with formal, professional education and technical training.
Entrance is granted for the fall semester only.
Applications must be received by the Admissions Office by February 1 prior to the fall semester of desired enrollment. All students in this degree program are examined on biblical knowledge. Those who do not pass the exam must enroll either in ON701 Bible Survey or, with permission of the Academic Dean, in a biblical studies elective. The M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy is designed for the person who wishes to work in this specialized field of counseling and who desires an orientation that integrates Christian theology with the theory and practice of family therapy. Biblical and theological studies are integrated with formal, professional education and technical training.