Bachelor of Science in

Psychology and Counseling

TOTAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS = 120 Semester Hours

Ecclesia College prepares and enables students to achieve competence in seven broad areas: Biblical Worldview and Faith, Critical and Creative Thinking, Effective Communication, Integrity, Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Service and Stewardship. In addition, those seeking a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Counseling also will be prepared to demonstrate Major Field Competence.

Program Objectives

  • Evaluate psychological paradigms by the authority of Scripture.
  • Use therapeutic communication skills effectively.
  • Employ basic counseling skills, emphasizing active listening.
  • Apply basic counseling principles as they relate to individuals, families, organizations, human development, behavior, and Christian thought.
  • Apply biblical and psychological foundations to address contemporary issues.
  • Implement strategies for managing conflict within organizations, the home, the Church and other societal contexts.
  • Interpret the legal and regulatory issues associated with counseling professions

English (6 credits)

  • English Composition I
  • English Composition II

Speech/Communication (3 credits)

  • Principles of Oral Communication

Mathematics (choose 3 credits)

  • Math Concepts I
  • College Mathematics
  • College Algebra (or higher math)

Computer Science (3 credits)

  • Microcomputer Applications in Business (Prerequisite: CSCI 1300 or equivalency)

Science (choose 8 credits)

  • General Biology & Lab
  • Earth Science & Lab
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology & Lab I
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology & Lab II

Fine Arts/Humanities Elective (choose 3 credits)

  • Fine Arts: Theatre
  • Music Appreciation
  • World Literature
  • Survey of American Literature (EC Online)
  • English Literature I (EC Online)
  • Literature of C.S. Lewis (EC Online)
  • World Religions
  • Humanities II

Required Social Science (3 credits)

  • U.S. Government

Social Science Elective (choose 3 credits)

  • U.S. History I
  • U.S. History II
  • Church History
  • Western Civilization I
  • Western Civilization II

Behavioral Sciences (choose 3 credits)

  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Cultural Anthropology (EC Online)

General Electives (12 credits)

Student Development (choose 9 credit hours)

  • Alpha Seminar (first fall semester of enrollment)
  • Beta Seminar (freshman students only)
  • Service Learning I-IV
  • Service Learning V-VIII
  • (required each semester)
  • Ethical Decisions in the Work Place
  • Cross-Cultural Practicum
  • Diversity & Multicultural Communication

Bible/Theology (choose 21 credit hours)

  • Introduction to the Bible
  • Old Testament Survey
  • New Testament Survey
  • Beginnings in Genesis
  • Mentoring Foundation: Grids for Life and Learning
  • Early Christian History: Luke/Acts
  • Hebrew Wisdom Literature
  • Intro. to Christian Theology I: Nature and Character of God
  • Intro. to Christian Theology II: Evidence of Faith
  • Intro. to Humanities: Biblical Worldview

Core Requirements (36)

  • General Psychology
  • Principles of Counseling
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation (Statistics)
  • Interviewing Counseling Skills
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Family Life Education, Ministry & Services
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Counseling Theories I
  • Counseling Theories II
  • Pastoral Counseling
  • Grief and Loss Counseling
  • Marriage & Family 

Senior Capstone (7 credit hours)

  • Psychology and Counseling Capstone Project
  • Integrative Senior Seminar I
  • Integrative Senior Seminar II

View the Academic Catalog for degree requirements. Confirm with your academic advisor which catalog year applies to you before planning courses.

Licensure
Coursework for the Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Counseling degree is not accepted for counseling/counselor
licensure in the State of Arkansas. This is not a unique requirement for Ecclesia College. Completion of an accredited
master’s program in the appropriate field is required for state licensure in most states in the U.S.

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