MA in Biblical Counseling

This program is designed to equip students to counsel persons and their families from a biblical perspective. In His Word, God has provided superior and sufficient resources for spiritual growth and maturity. This includes principles and precepts for optimum family and interpersonal relationships. This training focuses on discipleship and the application of biblical truth to the problems and challenges of contemporary Christian living. This degree does not lead to state licensure in California.

Currently, Shasta Bible College and Graduate School (SBC&GS) offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in Bible and Theology with minors available in Pastoral Ministry, Biblical Languages, Biblical Counseling, Youth Ministry, and Children's Ministry. A Bachelor of Arts in Christian Professional Studies with minors in Biblical Studies, Biblical Counseling, and Education is also offered, an intensive degree completion curriculum designed for students 25 years and older who have completed at least 60 units or hold an A.A. degree. In 1999, the graduate division of SBC&GS was initiated. Current graduate degrees include the Master of Science in Education with tracks in Administration and Curriculum & Instruction, Master of Arts in Christian Ministry with tracks in Biblical Studies and Leadership, Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling, and Master of Divinity with tracks in Military Chaplaincy and Pastoral Ministries.