Certificate in Pastoral Counseling (CPPC)
The Certificate in Pastoral Counseling is designed to provide supplemental education for baccalaureate degreed professionals in the behavioral sciences, and also 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 work 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 industry-relevant scientific research.
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.
- Credits Required: 18
- Cost Per Credit: $645
- Program Length: 1 year (full-time status)1
- Max Transfer Credits: 9 credits2
1Many factors can impact your time to completion such as course loads, course extensions or repetitions, transfer or proficiency credits, and approved leaves of absence. The program length provided does not include these adjustments.
2Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible for transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
What you’ll study
Promote the integration of practical psychological experience with formal academic learning.
Foster growth in intellectual accomplishment and an opportunity to develop an executive level perspective on practices in the behavioral sciences.
Promote the acquisition of psychological concepts, principles, standards, and processes as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Encourage legal and ethical behavior as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Encourage ethical behavior in regards to information technology skills as it applies to mental health environments.
Promote the analysis and evaluation of information critically and effectively.
Foster the integration of multicultural awareness of human diversity as it relates to the behavioral sciences.
Certificate in Pastoral Counseling Requirements
| Certificate Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | 18 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE CPHCS | 18 |
Courses + Credits
CalSouthern’s Certificate in Pastoral Counseling is an 18-credit program comprised of the following six (6) required courses:
- PSY 7541Psychology of Religion — 3-credits
- PSY 6801Therapeutic Boundaries — 3-credits
- PSY 6509Systems of Family Therapy — 3-credits
- PSY 7507Advanced Human Sexuality — 3-credits
- PSY 7517Psychology of Aging — 3-credits
- PSY 7533Psychology of Death and Dying — 3-credits
View the University Catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisite information, and program details.
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I had a wonderful experience and loved the flexibility of the program. I could go at my own pace, was able to work ahead when I needed to, and to take extra time when I needed to. The faculty mentors were fantastic and very helpful and inspiring. I feel like I got an excellent education for an affordable price and I appreciate everything that it brought to my life.
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Accreditation
California Southern University is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Please visit the Accreditation & Licensure page to learn more.
CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Not all programs are available to residents of all jurisdictions. CalSouthern does not accept applications from residents of Massachusetts, New York, and certain foreign countries.
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