COU206 Introduction to Biblical Counseling
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts, history, and distinctives of biblical counseling. Students explore key figures, movements, and organizations that have shaped the development of biblical counseling, while comparing its core principles with common secular counseling approaches. Emphasis is placed on understanding the role of Scripture, theology, and the local church in providing care, and on applying basic biblical counseling principles in everyday relationships and ministry contexts.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Summarize key figures, movements, and organizations in the development of biblical counseling.
- Describe the core differences between biblical counseling and major secular counseling models.
- Identify foundational elements and approaches within biblical counseling frameworks.
- Explain key theological concepts that inform biblical counseling practice.
- Apply basic biblical counseling principles in personal, relational, and ministry settings.