Introduction

The Bachelor of Arts in Human Services Psychology & Ministry (B.A.) program at Ebed-Melech University is a dynamic and interdisciplinary course of study. This four-year program integrates principles of human services psychology with a strong foundation in ministry, preparing students for impactful careers that address the psychological and spiritual needs of individuals and communities.

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Bachelor-of-Arts-in-Human-Services-Psychology-and-Ministry

120

Credit hours

100%

online

4&8

week accelerated classes

3-4

Years

Curriculum

Semester 1

ENG 101 – English Composition I (3 credits)
REL 101 – Introduction to World Religions (3 credits)
PSY 101 – Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)
MAT 105 – Fundamentals of Mathematics (3 credits)
Elective Course (3 credits)

Semester 3

LIT 201 – Literature and Spirituality (3 credits)
PSY 225 – Introduction to Human Services Psychology (3 credits)
SOC 220 – Sociology of Ministry and Community Services (3 credits)
Elective Course (3 credits)
HSM 301 – Introduction to Ministry Practices (3 credits)

Semester 5

HSM 330 – Community Psychology and Outreach (3 credits)
HSM 335 – Crisis Intervention and Spiritual Support (3 credits)
HSM 340 – Psychology of Religion (3 credits)
HSM 360 – Ministry and Diversity (3 credits)
Elective Course (3 credits)

Semester 2

HIS 110 – World History I (3 credits)
ANT 120 – Cultural Anthropology (3 credits)
PHI 210 – Philosophy of Ethics (3 credits)
REL 120 – Foundations of Christian Faith (3 credits)
Elective Course (3 credits)

Semester 4

ROM 301 – Organizational Behavior in Religious Settings (3 credits)
PSY 307 – Counseling Techniques in Ministry (3 credits)
HSM 310 – Spiritual Care and Counseling (3 credits)
HSM 320 – Ministry and Social Justice (3 credits)
Elective Course (3 credits)

Semester 6

HSM 401 – Advanced Topics in Human Services Psychology & Ministry (3 credits)
PSY 409 – Research Methods (3 credits)

SEM 411 – Integrative Seminar in Human Services Psychology & Ministry (6 credits)
ADV 468 – Advanced Ministry Leadership (3 credits)

Semester 7

Major Electives or Concentration Courses (15 credits)

Semester 8

HSM 499 – Ethics in Human Services and Ministry (3 credits)
Major Electives or Concentration Courses (6 credits)

CAP 469 – Capstone Project (6 credits)

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