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Doctor of Counseling

The Doctor of Counseling is designed to build the knowledge and skills of counselors who work in churches or faith-based organizations, equipping them with the tools necessary to bring healing and hope to hurting individuals. 3 years    |    40 units
About Program
Program Overview

The Doctor of Counseling is designed to build the knowledge and skills of counselors who work in churches or faith-based organizations, equipping them with the tools necessary to bring healing and hope to hurting individuals. This program prepares DC students for a comprehensive and advanced level of skills that are necessary in pastoral counseling, hospital chaplaincy, crisis pregnancy center leadership, family case management, or other counseling positions which do not require professional licensure.

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Highlights of the Program

Program Learning Outcomes
Students will have demonstrated

Potential Fields
Potential Fields of Employment

AEU's DC program prepares graduates for employment in

Requirements
Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the Doctor of Counseling degree program:

1. Achieved at least a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 (4.00 scale) in graduate work.
2. Earned one of the following degrees: a) Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent from a fully accredited university or seminary; OR b) Master of Arts in Counseling or its equivalent from an accredited graduate school.

Application Procedures

The following documents must be submitted to the Office of Admission by January 15 for Semester or August 15 for Fall Semester:

1. A completed Application for Admission form
2. Application fee of $100 (non-refundable)
3. Application essay—a personal statement (3-5 pages) addressing plans for DC study (see queries on application)
4. Official transcripts from every college, university or seminary attended beyond high school to be sent directly to America Evangelical University.
5. Two recommendations sent directly to America Evangelical University.
Academic papers, records or other samples of scholarly work may be included. A personal interview may be arranged and is strongly recommended

The Main Components of the Program (40 Units Total)
Required Courses for All the Tracks
Full Curriculum
1. Doctor of Counseling Required Core Course Requirements : 20 units

DC 701 Family Therapy in Christian Counseling (4 units)
DC 705 Addictions, Assessment and Interventions in Counseling Therapy (4 units)
DC 731 Research Design (4 units)
DC 732 Introduction to Clinical Practice (2 units)
DC 733 Advanced Clinical Practice (2 units)
DC 734 Dissertation I Literature Review & Proposal Writing and Defense (4 units)
 2. Doctor of Counseling Elective Courses:14 units

The 14 units may be taken from any of the following courses:

DC 702 Marital Therapy in Christian Counseling (4 units)
DC 703 Child and Adolescent Therapy (4 units)
DC 704 Legal, Ethical and Moral Issues in Counseling Practice (4 units)
DC 706 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (4 units)
DC 707Quantum Medicine and Transpersonal Psychology (4 units)
DC 708 Gerontology and Christian Counseling (4 units)
DC 709Human Sexuality and Sex Therapy (4 units)
DC 710 Spirituality, Holistic Healing and Christian Counseling (4 units)
DC 711Communication Skills in Christian Counseling and Care (4 units)
DC 712 Difference Education, Consulting, and Counseling (4 units)
DC 713 Positive Psychology and Christian Counseling (4 units)
DC 714 Using Spiritual Resources in Christian Counseling and Care (4 units)
DC 715 Drama Therapy (2 units)
DC 716 Psychological and Spiritual Assessment (2 units)
DC 717 Grief and Pastoral Care (4 units)
DC 718 Theological Foundations, Spiritual Formation, and Christian Counseling (4 units)
Thesis: 6 units