CERTIFICATES REQUIREMENTS

Courses covered at the HCLC are very intense and of the same caliber as any rigorous Bible College, or Theological Seminary.

Our courses are taught from the Christian’s perspective with the Holy Scriptures as our guide. To complete the program students must undergo mid-term tests or write papers in some of the courses listed below as well as an end-of-term test. Each course is graded for credits according to the standard grading system used in colleges and universities, and each student must maintain a minimum grade of B- in order to graduate.  

CURRICULUM: LEVE III – Major in Counseling or Theology

Purpose

To acquaint learners with an overview of Biblical Studies oriented toward helping fellow Christians respond to trials for God’s glory so that they can grow through the experiences and be agents of change in the local church or other Christian institutions.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will become acquainted with the early church history
  • Students will distinguish Biblical Counseling from other methods of counseling.
  • Students will able to explain the fundamental role of counseling in the church.
  • Students will become familiar with doctrinal themes in the area of systematic theology
  • Students will describe the contributions of important psychologists
  • Students will be expose to different method of psychology and discern the benefits of Biblical Counseling

Core Studies Courses

  1. Church History – CH 100
  2. Introduction to Biblical Counseling – BC 101
  3. Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures – OT100
  4. Introduction to The Greek Scriptures – NT100
  5. Homiletics – HO 101
  6. Introduction to Hermeneutics – HE 102
  7. Nouthetic Counseling – I – CC 202
  8. Bibliology – ST 203
  9. Theology Proper – ST 204
  10. Christology – ST 205
  11. Pneumatology  – ST 301
  12. Angelology and Satanology – ST 302
  13. Anthropology and Harmartiology – ST 303
  14. Leadership – I – LD 404
  15. Intro Ministry and Counseling Ethics  – CC 302
  16. Developmental Psychology – CC204
  17. Harmartiology – ST 303
  18. Soteriology – ST 304
  19. Ecclesiology – ST 305
  20. Elective – I
  21. Elective – II
  22. Research Paper – 40 – 60 pages

Electives:

  • Pre – Marital Counseling – CC 507
  • Church History – II – HI 403
  • Pastoral Theology
  • The Five Fold Ministry – FM 301
  • The Prophetic Ministry in the Church of 21st century – EL 302
  •  Prayer from the Hebrew Perspective
  • Prayer from the Hebrew Perspective – EL 303
  • Evangelism – EL 303
  • Nouthetic Counseling – II – CC 203

This certificate is equivalent to a 120 credits program taught at many respected seminary. Upon completion of this program students will have a strong background in both ministry and counseling. 

CURRICULUM: LEVEL IV – Major in Counseling or Theology

Purpose

To prepare students to gain skills in both counseling and ministry.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will develop skills needed in a professional Christian counseling ministry in a church or other ministry setting.
  • Students will be equipped to utilize both Biblical truth and counseling theories in counseling.
  • Students will develop strong leadership to lead and resolve most church known issues.

Core Studies Courses

  1. NT Theology – TH 306
  2. Advanced Ministry and Counseling Ethics  – CC 502
  3. Leadership – II – LD 405
  4. Church Conflict Management  – LD 506
  5. Advanced Marriage Counseling Therapy – CC 508
  6. Christian and Mental Health – CC 509
  7. Elective – I
  8. Elective – II
  9. Research and Writing – RW 600
  10. Advanced Writing Project – RP 601

 Electives:

  • OT Theology – TH 401
  • Advanced Systematic Theology – STA 402
  • Pre – Marital Counseling – CC 507
  • Church History – II – HI 403
  • Advanced Pastoral Theology – PT 501
  • Psychology of Christian Counseling – CC 503
  • Advanced Ministry and Counseling Ethics  – CC 502
  • Advanced Youth Counseling – CC 506

This certificate is equivalent to a 50 credits above level 1 program taught at most approved seminary. Upon completion of this program students will have a strong background in both ministry and counseling. 

CURRICULUM: LEVEL V – Major in Counseling or Theology

Purpose

To provide students with opportunities for advanced studies in counseling and theological reflection on pastoral ministry in order to enhance their service through the local church or church-related ministries.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will develop critical thinking skills in Bible studies, theological reflection and ministry practices.
  • Students will develop new abilities in the area of therapy.
  • Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding where specialized skills are needed.

Core Studies Courses

  1. Advanced Systematic Theology – STA 402
  2. Advanced Pastoral Theology – PT 501
  3. Advanced Ministry and Counseling Ethics  – CC 502
  4. Legal issues in counseling – CC 501
  5. Elective – I
  6. Elective – II
  7. Research and Writing – RW 600
  8. Advanced Writing Project – RP 601 (120 – 150 pages)

Electives:

  • Advanced Youth Counseling – CC 506
  • Advanced OT Theology – TH 601
  • Pre – Marital Counseling – CC 507
  •  Psychology of Christian Counseling – CC 503
  • Advanced Ministry and Counseling Ethics  – CC 502
  • Christian and Mental Health – CC 609

This certificate is equivalent to a 50 credits above level -II program taught at most approved seminary. Upon completion of this program students will become advanced in both ministry and counseling.