School of Education & Christian Counseling
Transforming Lives Through Christ-Centered Education and Counseling
Empowering Educators and Counselors with Biblical Truth and Professional Excellence
The School of Education & Christian Counseling at Eldermont Universityis committed to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and spiritual foundationto lead in Christian education, counseling, and pastoral care. Our programs integrate faith-based principles with practical applications, preparing graduates to teach, mentor, and counsel individuals with biblical wisdom and professional competence.
At Eldermont University, we follow a research-based modelwhere students earn credit through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and complete their degree with a thesis or dissertation. With 100% online, self-paced learning, students can graduate in 6-12 months—or accelerate their completion to as little as 90 days.
Preparing Faith-Based Educators and Counselors
The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education and Counselingequips students to serve in Christian schools, churches, counseling ministries, and nonprofit organizations. This program focuses on biblical teaching, educational leadership, and counseling techniques rooted in Christian principles.
✅120 Credit Hours(Up to 90 credits from PLA, 30 credits from Bachelor’s Thesis)
✅Key Areas of Study:Christian Education, Biblical Counseling, Child & Adolescent Development, Teaching Ministry
Career Paths:Christian Educator, School Administrator, Pastoral Counselor, Ministry Leader
Estimated Completion: 6-12 Months (Accelerated Option: 90 Days)
Advanced Training for Educators and Counselors in Faith-Based Settings
The Master of Arts in Christian Education and Counselingis designed for professionals seeking advanced knowledge in faith-based education and biblical counseling. This program emphasizes spiritual formation, leadership development, and effective counseling methods within Christian contexts.
✅60 Credit Hours(30 Credits from PLA, 30 Credits from Master’s Thesis)
✅Key Areas of Study:Educational Psychology, Faith-Based Counseling, Curriculum Development, Leadership in Christian Education
Career Paths:School Principal, Educational Consultant, Licensed Christian Counselor, Discipleship Leader
Estimated Completion: 6-12 Months (Accelerated Option: 90 Days)
Shaping the Future of Christian Education and Counseling Through Research
The Ph.D. in Christian Education and Counselingis an advanced research doctoratefor educators, counselors, and ministry leaderswho wish to contribute original research to the fields of Christian education and faith-based counseling. This program prepares students to teach at the university level, lead counseling ministries, and develop new educational frameworks based on biblical principles.
✅60 Credit Hours(30 Credits from PLA, 30 Credits from Doctoral Dissertation)
✅Key Areas of Study:Christian Pedagogy, Advanced Counseling Theory, Educational Leadership, Research in Faith-Based Counseling
Career Paths:University Professor, Clinical Christian Counselor, Christian Education Director, Research Scholar
Estimated Completion: 6-12 Months (Accelerated Option: 90 Days)
Why Choose the School of Education & Christian Counseling at Eldermont University?
📔100% Online & Self-Paced–Study from anywhere in the world.
📔Faith-Based Learning–Rooted in biblical principles for education and counseling.
📔Earn Credit for Experience–PLA awards real-world teaching and counseling experiencetoward your degree.
📔Thesis/Dissertation-Based Program–Focus on independent research and scholarshiprather than traditional coursework.
⏳Flexible Completion Timeline–Graduate in 6-12 months(or as little as 90 days with full-time focus).
📔At the School of Education & Christian Counseling, we prepare Christian educators and counselorsto empower students, strengthen communities, and provide biblical guidance for emotional and spiritual well-being.
Start Your Journey in Christian Education & Counseling
📌Apply Now–Begin your degree in Education & Christian Counseling.
📌Request More Information–Speak with an advisor about PLA + Thesis/Dissertation Pathway.
📌Explore Our Programs–See how Eldermont University equips students for leadership in education and counseling.
Transform lives through faith-based education and biblical counseling!
