Master's Degree
Master's Degree
Master's Degree
Master's Degree requirements 30 hours (plus 50 page Thesis)
50 hrs Internship
Curriculum “Training for Service”
Higher Education
(Note: the first 5 weeks will consist of writing a research paper APA format)
Professional Courses
Christian Capstone
Note: Students must pass all coursework, score 80% or above on thesis, and orals prior to graduation.
Note: Students seeking to pursue an add-on concentration in Chaplin Ministry will complete all 50 Internship hours with a Chaplin (documentation required).
Masters Program Certificate in Christian Counseling
Independent Course of Study
Masters Degree in Theology required. This certificate will add to the Masters degree program with a concentration in Christian Counseling. Requirements that will be added to the course of study are as follows:
Read the following text books and write a 5 page summary (all can be found on Amazon) This course work will be 15 additional hours.
1. How to Counsel God's Way author Bob Hockstra
2. Cornerstone for Communication author Karen Scholl
3. Prayers that Heal the Heart author Mark and Patti Virklen
4 Parenting for Success author Daniel Kingston
5. Communion with God: of Communion with God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost author John Owen
In addition to the above 50 Internship hours will be required. Student must be mentored by a Licensed Ordained Elder (documentation required).
An Adullam instructor will work with each student on an individual basis as they complete this independent course of study.
Note: This certificate will allow the recipient to provide Christian Counseling only (not to be confused with Therapeutic or Clinical Counseling)
Master‘s in Theology: Chaplaincy Degree
Program Overview: This accelerated, one-year Master's level Chaplaincy program is intended for individuals seeking to serve in diverse chaplaincy roles within various institutional settings. The course aims to equip students with theological knowledge, pastoral care skills, interfaith understanding, and ethical considerations necessary for effective chaplaincy.
This curriculum is designed to be intensive and comprehensive, providing students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for effective chaplaincy. Opportunities for reflection, discussion, and real-world application will be embedded throughout the course.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the role and responsibilities of a chaplain within various institutional settings. Apply theological and ethical perspectives to real-world chaplaincy situations. Exhibit competence in pastoral care, counseling, crisis intervention, and grief counseling. Engage effectively in interfaith dialogue and demonstrate respect for religious diversity. Understand and respond to mental health issues within a chaplaincy context. Exhibit professionalism and commitment to ongoing learning in the chaplaincy field.
Course Outline:
Semester 1: Foundations of Chaplaincy and Skills Development
Theology and Ethics in Chaplaincy (3 Credits)
Pastoral Care and Counseling (3 Credits)
Chaplaincy in Context (2 Credits)
Interfaith: Dialogue and Relations (3 Credits)
Crisis Intervention and Grief Counseling (3 Credits)
Spiritual Formation and Development (3 Credits)
Semester 2: Specialized Chaplaincy Contexts and Practical Application
Advanced Pastoral Care and Counseling (3 Credits)
Chaplaincy and Mental Health (2 Credits)
Chaplaincy Internship (1 Credits)
Chaplaincy Case Studies (2 Credits)
Thesis (2 Credits)
Professional Development for Chaplains (2 Credits)
Orals (1 Credits)
Total Credits: 30
50 hrs Internship
Curriculum “Training for Service”
Higher Education
(Note: the first 5 weeks will consist of writing a research paper APA format)
| ED 300 Introduction to Higher Education | 3 hrs | |
This class introduces the student to higher level expectations at the graduate level. Thesis writing, APA style, Internship and research |
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| ED 301 Study of Theology | 3 hrs | |
This introduction to Theology will expose the student to the study of God and various doctrines that teach “higher power”. Research, writing and field experience will also be explored and discussed. |
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Professional Courses
| ED 302 Biblical Exposition | 4 hrs | |
This introduction to Theology will expose the student to the study of God and various doctrines that teach “higher power”. Research, writing and field experience will also be explored and discussed. |
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| OTG 303 Old Testament Geography and History | 3 hrs | |
In this section the 3 Dispensations, Old and New Testaments are explained. Letters of the New Testament and characters in the Old Testament are revealed and discussed. |
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| OTG 304 Old Testament Institutions | 3 hrs | |
This course will explore the Tabernacle, its use, its structure and purpose. Within the discussion the importance and use of the “altar” will be explained. History of the Synagogue and Jewish Feasts will be a point of discussion. |
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| TC1 305 The Christ | 3 hrs | |
New Testament lands will be researched and discussed. The history and the life of Christ will be discussed. Additional research may be assigned. |
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| TC2 306 The Church | 3 hrs | |
Discussions and research will be centered around the following: The Apostles and the Great Commission, the beginning of the Church, the New Life of Christ, and the life of Paul. |
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Christian Capstone
| 330 Thesis Research | 4 hrs | |
| 331 Internship (field experience) | 3 hrs | |
| 332 Powerpoint Presentation | 3 hrs | |
| 333 Oral Presentation | 1 hrs | |
| Total: 30 hours |
Note: Students must pass all coursework, score 80% or above on thesis, and orals prior to graduation.
Note: Students seeking to pursue an add-on concentration in Chaplin Ministry will complete all 50 Internship hours with a Chaplin (documentation required).
Masters Program Certificate in Christian Counseling
Independent Course of Study
Masters Degree in Theology required. This certificate will add to the Masters degree program with a concentration in Christian Counseling. Requirements that will be added to the course of study are as follows:
Read the following text books and write a 5 page summary (all can be found on Amazon) This course work will be 15 additional hours.
1. How to Counsel God's Way author Bob Hockstra
2. Cornerstone for Communication author Karen Scholl
3. Prayers that Heal the Heart author Mark and Patti Virklen
4 Parenting for Success author Daniel Kingston
5. Communion with God: of Communion with God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost author John Owen
In addition to the above 50 Internship hours will be required. Student must be mentored by a Licensed Ordained Elder (documentation required).
An Adullam instructor will work with each student on an individual basis as they complete this independent course of study.
Note: This certificate will allow the recipient to provide Christian Counseling only (not to be confused with Therapeutic or Clinical Counseling)
Master‘s in Theology: Chaplaincy Degree
Program Overview: This accelerated, one-year Master's level Chaplaincy program is intended for individuals seeking to serve in diverse chaplaincy roles within various institutional settings. The course aims to equip students with theological knowledge, pastoral care skills, interfaith understanding, and ethical considerations necessary for effective chaplaincy.
This curriculum is designed to be intensive and comprehensive, providing students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for effective chaplaincy. Opportunities for reflection, discussion, and real-world application will be embedded throughout the course.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the role and responsibilities of a chaplain within various institutional settings. Apply theological and ethical perspectives to real-world chaplaincy situations. Exhibit competence in pastoral care, counseling, crisis intervention, and grief counseling. Engage effectively in interfaith dialogue and demonstrate respect for religious diversity. Understand and respond to mental health issues within a chaplaincy context. Exhibit professionalism and commitment to ongoing learning in the chaplaincy field.
Course Outline:
Semester 1: Foundations of Chaplaincy and Skills Development
Theology and Ethics in Chaplaincy (3 Credits)
Pastoral Care and Counseling (3 Credits)
Chaplaincy in Context (2 Credits)
Interfaith: Dialogue and Relations (3 Credits)
Crisis Intervention and Grief Counseling (3 Credits)
Spiritual Formation and Development (3 Credits)
Semester 2: Specialized Chaplaincy Contexts and Practical Application
Advanced Pastoral Care and Counseling (3 Credits)
Chaplaincy and Mental Health (2 Credits)
Chaplaincy Internship (1 Credits)
Chaplaincy Case Studies (2 Credits)
Thesis (2 Credits)
Professional Development for Chaplains (2 Credits)
Orals (1 Credits)
Total Credits: 30