Diploma in Family & Counseling Ministry
About the Programme
This is for non-graduates, requires 69 credit hours on Biblical, Theological and Family and Counseling Ministry courses and 120 hours of practicum.
Bible and Theology Courses | |
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Courses | Credit Hours |
Old Testament Introduction I & II
Old Testament Introduction I & II (6 cr. hrs.)Old Testament Introduction IThis is an introduction to the historical background of Pentateuch and the “former prophets”. The course covers the old testament canon, the foundations of Israel in the Patriarchal, the conquest and settlement in Canaan by Israelites and reasons for the establishment of the united Monarchy under David and Solomon and the subsequent division into two Kingdoms. Old Testament Introduction IIThe second part of this introductory course includes a survey of the minor prophetic, wisdom and apocalyptic literatures. The course covers the studies of the divided kingdom; the impart of the dominance of the Assyrian and Babylonian empires on the life and faith of Israelites, the incidents resulting the Exile and thereafter and their restoration before Maccabean War. |
6 |
New Testament Introduction I & II
New Testament Introduction I & II (6 cr. hrs.)New Testament Introduction IThis general introductory course covers the historical, political and cultural background of the Jewish people from 168BC to AD135. A comprehensive survey of the four Gospels including authorship, dating crucial issues and with special reference to the life and ministry of Jesus will be studied. New Testament Introduction IIThis course explores the growth of the apostolic church and the life and ministry of Paul. An introduction to Pauline Epistles and other writings of the New Testament, including the background, main themes and critical matters related to the crucial texts will be discussed. |
6 |
Exegetical Methods
Exegetical Methods (3 cr. hrs.)This introduces the principles of interpretation with special attention to both the content and context in the interpretation of words and texts in the Bible. Recent theories of interpretation are critically taken into consideration. |
3 |
Christian Theology I & II
Christian Theology I & II (6 cr. hrs.)Christian Theology ISystematic theology is the subject studying the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith. It will be studied biblically, historically, and contemporarily. This course covers the following areas:
Christian Theology IIThis course is the last portion of the Christian faith, which covers the following areas:
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6 |
New Testament Exegesis I
New Testament Exegesis I (3 cr. hrs.)This course is a study of the structure, and probable setting of Mark in relation to the other Gospels. That includes the outlining the argument of passages, doing word studies, validating exegetical decisions. |
3 |
Old Testament Exegesis I
Old Testament Exegesis I (3 cr. hrs.)This course is a study of structure, theological motifs and exegesis of the texts of the Pentateuch. Selected texts and portions from the Pentateuch will be studied. |
3 |
Total Credit Hours | 27 |
Family & Counseling Courses | |
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Courses | Credit Hours |
Church Development and Family Ministry
Church Development and Family Ministry (3 cr. hrs.)This course examines the multifaceted relationship between church development and family ministry, emphasizing how the family ministry can influence and mobilize church development. It also explores how the church can effectively actuate family ministry. |
3 |
Family and Life Cycle
Family and Life Cycle (3 cr. hrs.)This course explains the challenges, the responses and adjustment at different stages of family cycles: newlyweds, with small children, with teenagers, menopause, empty nest, retirement, and so on. |
3 |
Equipping for Counseling *1
Equipping for Counseling (3 cr. hrs.)This course seeks to put into practice the basic skills of counseling and the Methodist Church's social principles in order to equip students to handle various psychological and emotional challenges faced by individuals and families in need of support. |
3 |
Theology of Marriage and Family
Theology of Marriage and Family (3 cr. hrs.)This course explores and integrates Biblical Foundation and Principles for marriage and family. |
3 |
Dynamic of Biblical Change
Dynamic of Biblical Change (3 cr. hrs.)This course establishes the sanctifying process of Christian life and helps to connect the Biblical Truth with real life through exploring the heart issue versus the idols. It also helps Christians to see their real needs and hence bring about real changes in life. |
3 |
Premarital Education and Counseling
Premarital Education and Counseling (3 cr. hrs.)Based on the concept of "prevention is better than cure", this course focuses on helping and guiding men and women to understand the biblical foundation of marriage and family before entering into marriage life. |
3 |
Marital Education and Counseling
Marital Education and Counseling (3 cr. hrs.)
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3 |
Counseling Practicum *2
Counseling Practicum (3 cr. hrs.)Three verbatim cases of counseling required; each case study to be followed up at least three to five sessions, one of the sessions must be under direct supervision. |
3 |
Religious Law and Family Ethics
Religious Law and Family Ethics (3 cr. hrs.)Understanding the laws and regulations related to family and marriage in Malaysia equips students to address issues like family violence, divorce and remarriage, adoptions, and its impact on individuals' psychological and emotional well-being. |
3 |
The Changing Family Structure
The Changing Family Structure (3 cr. hrs.)This course explains the biblical principles of divorce and remarriage and also the special needs of counseling such cases. It covers some case studies and emphasizes the care and rebuilding of such families. This course also explains the unique problems facing contemporary families and the counseling procedure. There will be case studies and other teachings. |
3 |
Parenting and Children Counseling
Parenting and Children Counseling (3 cr. hrs.)This course explores the importance and the methods of communicating effectively with children and parents. It also touches the topics on growth of parents and the skills of counseling parents and children. |
3 |
Counseling for Youth
Counseling for Youth (3 cr. hrs.)This course touches the topics on adolescents’ psychology and the skills of counseling adolescents. |
3 |
Caring Ministry for Seniors
Caring Ministry for Seniors (3 cr. hrs.)
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3 |
Seminar on Special Counseling for Family Crises
Seminar on Special Counseling for Family Crises (3 cr. hrs.)
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3 |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Admission Requirements
Applicant can obtain an application from the School, and send it to the School with the following supporting documents:
- Full academic records / Certified copies of school / College/ University certificates
- One recommendation letter (Form obtainable from the school) from applicant's church pastor
- A personal statement of reasons for the enrolment to this course (500 words)
- A photocopy of identity card (IC)
- A recent passport-size photographs
- A medical report (Form available from the school)
Duration of Study
- Diploma in Family & Counseling Ministry requires 69 credit hours on Biblical, Theological and Family and Counseling Ministry courses, and 120 hours of practicum, which for non-graduates. Therefore, students should complete the courses within 5 to 8 years.
- Maximum 3 subjects in each semester.
For Further Information
For more information about the programmes, please contact +6084-321409/ +6084-330870 or email to tee@mtssibu.edu.my.