Diploma · School of Pastoral Studies

Diploma in Pastoral Counselling for Ministry

Counselling approaches for ministry contexts, trauma care and spiritual support.

workspace_premiumUndergraduate Diploma schedule1 year (online) languageOnline

Programme overview

Combining theology and practical counselling, this diploma helps ministers support people through grief, conflict and spiritual struggle.

What you'll gain

check_circle A Christ-centred academic foundation in your field

check_circle Practical skills you can apply immediately in ministry or work

check_circle Mentorship from experienced, global faculty

check_circle A clearly documented programme with published semester credits

Credit structure

Component	Semester credits
Core Modules Foundational modules in the discipline	45
Elective Modules Elective modules and a final project	15
Total

Component

Semester credits

Core Modules

Foundational modules in the discipline

Elective Modules

Elective modules and a final project

Total

One semester credit equals at least 15 hours of instruction plus preparation, or an equivalent amount of properly planned and assessed online learning. Read our credit-hour policy.

Curriculum & modules

Diploma in Pastoral Counselling for Ministry 10 modules expand_more

Introduction to Biblical Studies

Introduction to Biblical Studies
Christian Theology and Doctrine

Christian Theology and Doctrine
Church History and Tradition

Church History and Tradition
Hermeneutics and Scripture

Hermeneutics and Scripture
Foundations of Christian Ministry

Foundations of Christian Ministry
Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
Pastoral Theology and Care

Pastoral Theology and Care
Pastoral Counselling

Pastoral Counselling
Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
Christian Ethics and Morality

Christian Ethics and Morality

Entry requirements

task_alt Open to motivated learners — no formal academic prerequisites.
task_alt A genuine interest in the subject and a commitment to study online.
task_alt Working proficiency in English.

Unsure if you qualify? Talk to admissions — we assess experience as well as qualifications.

Where this can take you

trending_up Pastoral ministry & church leadership

trending_up Chaplaincy — hospital, prison or education

trending_up Missions & cross-cultural work

trending_up Theological teaching & training

trending_up Christian writing, media & discipleship

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