Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Care and Counseling—On Campus

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Advanced Training That Equips You to Thrive as a Pastoral Counselor

Our Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Care and Counseling is tailored for ministers, pastors, and church and ministry leaders who desire to deepen their understanding of pastoral care, counseling, and mental health within the context of ministry. This program provides advanced training to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to address the emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of individuals and communities.

Designed for anyone with a Master of Divinity or equivalent and a commitment to God’s calling, this 30-credit hour program will also allow you to continue in your current ministry or connect with one here in Chicago. You can also study fully in person or in a modular format that combines our in-person and online classes.

This program is also offered online

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Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

With your Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Care and Counseling, you will:
Demonstrate proficiency in integrating biblical, theological, psychological, and pastoral insights into pastoral care and counseling.
Demonstrate a respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and cultural sensitivity.
Effectively support individuals and communities dealing with trauma and grief, utilizing biblically based strategies.
Perform nurturing pastoral care and counseling while consistently upholding ethical and biblical standards.

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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In addition to courses, MTS offers an array of events and activities for student participation outside of the classroom on our Chicago and Michigan campuses:

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  • Spiritual enrichment Chicago: chapels, conferences, and more
  • Spiritual enrichment Michigan: chapels, prayer, and more
  • International student support
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