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Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Master's in Christian Counseling, Master's in Cybersecurity, Master's in Psychology
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Regent University

Regent University

  • Virginia Beach
About This Program

Regent prepares pastoral leaders with counseling tools grounded in ethics, theology, and crisis intervention.

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What You'll Learn

Crisis counseling, family counseling, substance abuse, ethics

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
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Typical Curriculum Structure
Pastoral Care, Counseling Psychology, Theology, Internship
Typical Course Topics
1. Pastoral Counseling Theory and Practice 2. Grief, Loss, and Bereavement Counseling 3. Trauma-Informed Care and Crisis Intervention 4. Family Systems and Relational Counseling 5. Spiritual Formation and Faith Integration in Counseling 6. Counseling Ethics and Professional Practice
Program Specializations:
Pastoral Counseling
Counseling
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Typical Admissions Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Most pastoral counseling programs require submission of official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and evidence of interest in faith-based mental health practice or ministry contexts.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

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Career Opportunities in AI

Graduates counsel individuals while serving as referral gatekeepers to licensed care.

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Mental Health Counselor: $54,000 Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC): $58,000 Pastoral Counselor: $52,000 Substance Abuse Counselor: $51,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
12.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Pastoral Counselor 2. Mental Health Counselor in Faith-Based Organizations 3. Clinical Supervisor in Counseling Programs 4. Chaplain or Spiritual Care Provider
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Common employers include churches and religious organizations, community mental health centers, hospitals and healthcare systems, nonprofit agencies, and faith-based counseling centers.
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Program Details
Duration
  • 3 Year
Tuition
  • 18,450
Format
Online
Specializations
Pastoral Counseling
Counseling
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