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PURPOSE OF THE COLLEGE OF COUNSELING 

  • The College of Counseling trains individuals to lead people in a one-on-one or small group setting.  The student will learn to counsel people to grasp who they are in Christ as well as lead them into a kingdom perspective on healing, freedom from strongholds, and usher the student into their call and destiny.  Students will learn techniques of how to use the Word of God and each person’s distinct temperament, to meet them where they are.  The College of Counseling equips Kingdom-minded Counselors with the tools necessary to counsel people in a pastoral or business environment.  


WHY THE COLLEGE OF KINGDOM STUDIES?

  • College of Counseling is an intensive program set up to fast-track the student into practicing counseling in a safe and controlled environment 

  • Is Biblical.  It looks at every issue through the eyes of scripture

  • Is personal.  We meet in person which allows for students to have personal contact and accountability with their professors

  • Offers flexibility in both a virtual and a personal experience

  • Prepares counselors to counsel in a ministry or business setting.

  • Provides opportunities to connect with others in the field as well as the Kingdom University community.  These divine alignments are invaluable.


WHAT ARE OUR ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS?

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE IS Nov 30

  • Background check (upon completion of NCCA criteria)

  • Student photo

  • Photocopy of highest degree earned and/or ministry credentials not including KU

  • 3 REFERENCES (examples: personal but not related, professional, ministry, educational)

  • Personal resume including ministerial education & vocational background (a ministry background is not required).

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APPLICANT'S PERSONAL STATEMENT  
Please include the following: 

  • Why you want to be a Kingdom counselor?

  • What formal/informal training in counseling have you had, if any?

  • Why do you believe this education will benefit you?

  • Do you have experience in dealing with people with spiritual or emotional problems?

  • What are your goals for a counseling ministry?

  • How do you know that you are called and suited for the counseling ministry? 

 
WHAT ARE OUR ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS?
Students must have a high school diploma or GED AND complete the College of Kingdom Studies Year 1.  Case by case waivers may be granted.
 
WHAT CREDENTIALS/DEGREE PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED?
MINISTRY CREDENTIALS - Ministry credentials allow counselors to practice without state licensure. Most licenses, certified or ordained ministry certificates, will be evaluated for acceptance.  If a student has no credentials, Kingdom University may be able to assist.  Additional actions to be taken can be discusses on an individual basis, if needed.

  • CERTIFIED TEMPERAMENT THERAPIST through National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA)

  • ASSOCIATES DEGREE - Earned by students who have completed Kingdom University year 1 & 2

  • BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Earned by students who complete the necessary requirements

  • MASTER’S DEGREE - Earned by students who complete the necessary requirements

  • DOCTORAL DEGREE - Earned by students who complete the necessary requirements

  • CONTINUING EDUCATION - Anticipated weekend courses/seminars or yearly counseling conference will be offered 

  • The SUPERVISOR TRACK will equip those desiring to be supervisors  


​IS THE COLLEGE OF COUNSELING ACCREDITED? 
We have partnered with the NCCA to earn a Certified Temperament Therapist certification and become member, which allows students to administer the Arno Profile System (APS) assessment.  Degree programs will be earned through Kingdom University. 
 
WHEN DO I DECIDE MY MAJOR?
The student will decide the major upon completion of Kingdom Studies Year 1. 


YEAR 2  There are three (3) courses in year 2 that the student will receive in the College of Counseling:
Course Content Month 1 - Prayer and Discernment

  • Psalm 139

  • The Love of Jesus

  • Teaching How to Read Bible

  • Filled with Holy Spirit

  • Power of Forgiveness

  • Overview of Kingdom

  • Spirit, Soul, Body

  • Listen To Voice of God

  • Intake

  • Required reading:  Becoming Who You Are (by Dutch Sheets)        


Course Content Month 2 - Basic Christian Counseling (NCCA)    

  • Overview of types of secular counseling/therapeutic methods  

  • The difference between Christian & secular counseling, goals and techniques along with dangers and pitfalls of counseling

  • The student must pass a proctored online exam

  • Required reading: Basic Christian Counseling

 
Course Content Month 3 - Temperament Theory (NCCA) 

  • Prior to beginning this course, the student is required to complete a Personal Arno Profile System (APS) Response Form 

  • The student will receive an in-depth background of the theory of temperament with the scientific and biblical basis for this theory 

  • This course introduces a fifth temperament and behavioral patterns of each temperament

  • The student must pass 2 proctored online exams

  • Required reading:  Temperament Theory

 
YEAR 3  Includes 3 NCCA Courses and 5 Counseling Courses
Three (3) NCCA courses are:

  • Testing & Measurement

  • Temperament Therapy 

  • Christian Counseling: Integrating Temperament & Psychology.

Upon completion of the 3 NCCA courses, an application will be submitted for NCCA membership and Certified Temperament Therapist certification.
 
Five (5) counseling courses which include (but not limited):

  • Deliverance

  • Legal & Ethics 

  • Codependency 

  • Couples & Family Counseling

  • Healing, Terminally Ill & Death

 
YEAR 4  Includes 8 Counseling Courses

  • Substance Abuse & Addiction

  • Crisis & Abuse

  • Business vs Ministry

  • Multicultural Differences

  • Music & Art Therapy

  • Sexual Disorders

  • Child & Adolescent

  • Career Development & Call

 
WHAT ABOUT HOMEWORK?

  • For each course, there will be required reading

  • In NCCA courses, there will be 1-2 online exams required

  • If not an NCCA course, then a 2-page minimum paper will be required for the reading and a 2-page paper will be required for the class 

  • Video responses may be possible on courses not NCCA.  Contact the Dean for more information


Practicum:  From month one, there will be assignments with people in their sphere of influence. 

  • These contact hours will be based on what is being taught and assigned, along with APS assessments

  • Students will submit monthly summaries of their experiences

  • Students will write case studies for each APS client

 
WHY USE THE ARNO PROFILE SYSTEM (APS)?
The ARNO Profile system is based on Biblical research.  It gives the client a hands-on picture of how God has created them, and also serves as a “starting point” to lead clients through steps to freedom and transition from the worldly to Biblical principles.
 
WHAT ABOUT INSURANCE AFTER GRADUATION?
Lockton Affinity is currently used by NCCA.  https://locktonaffinityhealth.com/counselors/
 
AM I ELIGIBLE TO BE A COUNSELOR IF I HAVE A FELONY CONVICTION?
Students should apply and receive a preliminary background check with the initial application to determine eligibility.  Another background check will be needed for application to NCCA in year 3 for subsequent evaluation.

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