Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Covenant-Based Counseling and Support

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Covenant-Based Counseling and Support

Total Credits: 64

Program Overview

This program prepares students for certified, ethical, and effective faith-based counseling and support roles. It combines biblical, theological, and social work foundations with practical supervised training, preparing students for real-world service and credentialing.

Core Courses (36 credits)

Biblical & Theological Foundations

1. - HEBR 1001: Introduction to the Torah and Tanakh (3)

   Biblical foundational texts.

   Prerequisites: None

2. - PHIL 2001: Ethics and Moral Philosophy in Ancient Israel (3)

   Biblical ethics and moral principles.

3. - RABB 2002: Ethical Teachings in Rabbinic Texts (3)

   Rabbinic ethics and moral reasoning.

4. - HEBR 2002: Biblical Hebrew Language and Grammar (3)

   Language skills for biblical understanding.

5. - HEBR 3006: Critical Methods in Biblical Studies (3)

   Hermeneutics and textual analysis.

6. - PHIL 4001: Philosophy of Hebrew Law (Halacha) (3)

   Legal and ethical reasoning from Hebrew tradition.

7. - RABB 3001: Developing Halachic Thought (3)

   Advanced rabbinic legal reasoning.

Counseling & Support Skills

1. - PHIL 1020: Biblical Counseling & Inner Healing (3)

   Biblical counseling techniques.

2. - SOCW 1010: Introduction to Social Work & Welfare (3)

   Basics of social support systems.

3. - SOCW 1020: Human Behavior & Social Environment I (3)

   Understanding human development.

4. - SOCW 1030: Human Behavior & Social Environment II (3)

   Applied social behavioral theories.

5. - SOCW 2040: Social Work Practice with Communities (3)

   Community outreach and intervention.

Practical Training & Certification Components (16 credits)

1. - RABB 1001: Introduction to Talmud & Midrash (3)

   Rabbinic texts foundational for ethical support.

2. - RABB 2001: Legal Principles in Rabbinic Literature (3)

   Legal ethics applicable in counseling.

3. - RABB 2002: Ethical Teachings in Rabbinic Texts (3)

   Moral support rooted in rabbinic law.

4. - HEBR 4010: Archaeology & Biblical Support (3)

   Historical context for biblical counseling.

5. - SOCW 3010: Social Welfare Policy & Services (3)

   Policy understanding for support work.

- Capstone & Practical Experience

• - SOCW 4910: Supervised Counseling Practicum (200 hours)

  Hands-on, supervised counseling experience.

- Certification:

• - Mental Health First Aid

• - Training in Ethical and Legal Standards for Faith-Based Counseling

Electives & Additional Training (8 credits)

Choose two courses:

1. - PHIL 1010: Prophetic Spiritual Technologies (3)

2. - HEBR 1002: Historical Context of the Hebrew Bible (3)

3. - RABB 3002: Halacha & Contemporary Ethical Issues (3)

4. - SOCW 3020: Research Methods in Social Work (3)

5. - COSA 1020: Social Justice Theory & Practice (3)

Total Credits: 64

Additional Certification & Practice Components

• - 200 hours of supervised counseling practicum in approved settings, culminating in a certification of practical competence.

• - Mental Health First Aid Certification (required for crisis response, trauma support, and community resilience).

• - Training in ethical and legal standards specific to faith-based counseling to ensure compliance with state and national regulations.

Career Paths

1. - Certified biblical counselor (church, community, outpatient)

2. - Pastoral or faith-based mental health support worker

3. - Community outreach coordinator specializing in mental health and trauma

4. - Chaplain (hospital, military, prison, workplace)

5. - Support and crisis intervention specialist in faith organizations or nonprofits