Certificate in Pastoral Counseling
The Certificate in Pastoral Counseling (CPPC) is designed to provide supplemental education for baccalaureate degreed professionals in the behavioral sciences, and to provide other non-behavioral health graduates the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of existing knowledge within the discipline of psychology.
Specifically, this graduate certificate explores vital ethical, cultural, and professional topics of interest to those who want to develop a deeper understanding of theories within pastoral counseling. While pursuing the CPPC, learners are exposed to theoretical models and psychological concepts, supported by cutting-edge scientific research.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Integration of Interdisciplinary Knowledge
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of human experience as they intersect in the discipline of pastoral counseling.
- Foundational Knowledge in Pastoral Counseling
Apply specialized knowledge of the intersectionality between theology and psychology to provide ethical, culturally informed support and guidance in a faith-based context.
Required Courses (18 Total Credits Required)
This program is not designed to meet the educational requirements for a specific professional license or certification required for employment in an occupation. As such, CalSouthern has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.
While California Southern University, as a member of the AIU System, is part of a Title IV eligible institution offering Title IV eligible programs, CalSouthern has elected and designated this program as not participating in Title IV federal financial aid programs. This means students enrolling in this program may not use Federal Student Aid to help pay for this program. Instead, it offers a variety of zero interest payment options for students.