The Care and Counseling program is for those who want to teach, train, and counsel in a variety of communities and contexts. If that’s you—seeking to help people understand themselves, others, life, and the world from God’s perspective—you’ll be at home in the MA in Care and Counseling.
What You'll Learn
- Provide wholistic care that addresses all dimensions of personhood
- Use theological and evidence-based counseling skills
- Care for the emotional and spiritual needs of others
Program Length
Two to three years.
Why Study Care and Counseling at CIU?
- Highly engaged, hands-on classes with students from all over the world
- Caring, scholarly, and experienced faculty who are practitioners of the subjects they teach and who can provide both expert academic support and individualized spiritual guidance
- Intentional integration of Bible knowledge, spiritual formation, and ministry skill development
- Mentored field experience built into the curriculum
Featured Faculty
Admission Requirements
• Completed application
• Official transcripts for highest earned degree and any master’s degree work
• Church leader reference
• Application Essay (800 words total, typed)
• A GPA of 2.5 or higher
Care and Counseling students come from a variety of professions and walks of life, seeking to help others address emotional, behavioral, interpersonal, and spiritual needs. The degree teaches the professional and practical knowledge and skills you will need to serve others in a variety of community and ministry roles.*
- Local Church Ministry: Serving as a member of a church staff, a pastoral care and counseling team, or a family life team
- Local Community Ministry: Serving in a community-based organization that offers short-term counseling and support groups
- Cross-Cultural Ministry: Providing training and counseling services in a cross-cultural setting
- Mission Care Ministry: Providing care and counseling support services to missionaries or a mission agency
*Please note that this degree does not prepare students for licensure as a professional counselor.