Dowell Institute Theological Seminary. Associates of Science Christian Counseling Degree And Christian Life Coach Diploma Syllabus

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1 1 Welcome to. You are embarking on a journey that will undoubtedly prepare you for a rewarding career as a Christian Counselor/ Christian Life Coach. As you learn from DITS course curriculum you will develop the required skills and knowledge required for you the student to succeed. DITS learning model consist of reading the material for each course within the Associate/ Diploma program. Upon completion of each chapter you will be required to answer specific questions which you will submit to DITS for grading. To submit simply copy and paste work into the correct portion of the student submittal portal on DITS webpage. Grades will be posted in an to you within 72hrs and also in the student individual portal. Enclosed you will find the syllabus for each course in the order that it must be taken. You must pay close attention to the instructions as they may change periodically. EXAMPLE: Proper format to summit work: Student ID# Last name: Doe First name: Jane Middle initial: T Course name: The Changes in Counseling Course number: BSCC-101 Date: 5 January 2014 Copy and paste assignment

2 2 BSCC-104 The Counselor and Counseling Starts on page 16 of text book 1-Briefly summarize Les Parrott findings derived from his research on counselor's effectiveness. 2-Describe the 4 characteristics of Christian Counselor's Uniqueness. 3- Describe the 6 counselor motivational aspects. 4- List and briefly describe the 7 mistakes Counselors often make. 5- In regard to counselors vulnerability describe each of the following: A- Manipulation B- Emotional Entanglements C- Resistance D- Sexuality 6- Describe Jesus as a Counselor

3 3 BSCC-105 The Church and Counseling Starts on page 33 of text book 1- Summarize "Congregation and Counseling" 2- Under the Care and Counseling section located on page 36, describe each of the following: A- Pastoral Care B- Pastoral Counseling C- Pastoral Psychotherapy 3- Summarize "Counseling and the Emergent Church" 4- Describe the church as a caring community from the text beginning on pg Summarize "Does Psychology Help". 6- In regard to collaboration between the church and psychology, what 7 aspects should exist?

4 4 BSCC-205 Anxiety Starts on page 140 of text book 1- Describe anxiety in at least 100 words. 2- What are the two ways in which the Bible views anxiety. 3- Describe the following causes of anxiety separately. A- Threat B- Conflict C- Fear D- Unmet needs E- Physiology F- Individual Differences 4- Describe each of the following effects of anxiety separately. A- Physical Reaction B- Psychological Reaction C- Defensive Reaction D- Spiritual Reaction 5- Briefly summarize the association between counseling and anxiety for each of the below. A- Recognizing Your Own Behavior B- Calming Tension C- Showing Love D- Identifying the Anxiety Sources E- Making Interventions F- Encouraging Action G- Giving Support H- Encouraging a Christian Response Continued on Page 5

5 5 BSCC-205 Anxiety Continued from page 4 6- Preventing anxiety: describe each of the below topics under "Preventing Anxiety" in your book on pages 156 and 157. A- Trust in God B- Learn to Cope C- Keep Things in Perspective D- Reach Out to Others

6 6 BSCC-209 Guilt and Forgiveness Starts on page 177 of text book 1- Give a complete description of Objective Guilt and Subjective Guilt in detail. 2- Describe the below terms; A- Constructive sorrow B- Divine forgiveness 3- What are considered the five causes for guilt? List and describe each. 4- Name the five effects of guilt and provide a description of each. 5- Describe Counseling and Guilt in at least 150 or more words. Review pg to complete this question. 6- Describe the author's view on preventing guilt.

7 7 BSCC-304 Sex Apart from Marriage Starts on page 339 of text book 1- Under the section "The Bible and Sex Apart From Marriage" discuss in detail the 5 conclusions mentioned. 2- Under the section "The Causes of Sex Apart from Marriage" discuss in detail 1- Environmental Stimulation and 2-Internal Pressure. 3- Describe the 4 "Effects of Sex Apart from Marriage. 4- Under "Counseling and Sex Apart from Marriage" discuss the 8 topics covered in detail. 5- What are the 2 main topics discussed in "Preventing Sex Apart from Marriage"

8 8 BSCC-310 Premarital Counseling Starts on page 523 of text book 1- What are seven contemporary influences that can contribute to unhealthy marriages? 2- What is the purpose of premarital counseling? 3- Describe the 4 inventories found in table How can the counselor help prevent marital problems?

9 9 BSCC-400 Mental Disorders Starts on page 633 of text book 1- When was mental illness first observed according to the text? 2- What is mental illness? 3- What are four causes of mental disorders? 4- What is meant by the term "moral treatment"? 5- What are the nine reasons individuals turn to acts of self-destruction?

10 10 BSCC-405 Alcohol-Related Problems Starts on page 656 of text book 1- Intoxications refer to? 2- Dependence refers to? 3- Abuse refers to? 4- Substance-induced disorders refer to? 5- What are five causes of alcohol problems? 6- What are four effects of alcohol related problems? 7- What does each letter in the acronym CAGE stand for? 8- What four steps can the counselor take to prevent alcohol related problems?

11 11 MSCC-503 The Legal Ethical, and Moral Issues in Counseling Starts on page 83 of text book 1- Read "Counselor Worldviews" starting on page 84, list and describe some of your world views. 2- Read "Legal Issues in Counseling" starting on page 86, answer the following questions: A- Who is competent to counsel. B- Should the Counselor/ Life Coach Maintain records. C- Should sessions be recorded? 3- Explain the importance of ethics as a counselor/ life coach. 4- Discuss in detail the 6 topics under "The Counselor's Sexuality" 5- Under "Avoiding Extremes" located on page 96 discuss the following terms: A- Physiology B- Theology C- Demonology

12 12 MSCC-509 Adolescence Starts on page 234 of text book 1- Define the word "adolescence" 2- Define "Preadolescence". 3- Define "Middle Adolescence". 4- Define "Post Adolescence". 5- Define the 4 teenage personalities: A- Interactive B- Dynamos C- Stabilizers D- Evaluators 6- List and describe the 7 causes of adolescent problems. 7- Summarize the "Effects of Problems in Adolescence". 8- Read and summarize "Counseling and the Problems of Adolescence". 9- Summarize "Preventing the Problems of Adolescence".

13 13 MSCC-517 Abuse and Neglect Starts on page 399 of text book 1- Define the following terms separately: A- Child abuse B- Mate abuse C- Elder abuse D- Sexual abuse E- Emotional abuse F- Neglect G- Spiritual abuse H- Other abuse 2- Summarize the section on "The Bible and Abuse" 3- Define the following terms located under "The Causes of Abuse" A- Environment Stress B- Learned Abuse C- Personality Influences D- Cultural Issues 4- Describe the following categories located in "The Effects of Abuse". A- Feelings B- Thinking C- Actions D- Spirituality 5- Summarize the 9 sections located in "Counseling and Abuse". 6- Summarize the "Preventing Abuse" section.

14 14 MSCC-525 Addictions Starts on page 681 of text book 1- The writers of the Bible were filled with the Holy Spirit and provide examples on topics that can relate to today's additions. Discuss each of the 10 topics individually found under "The Bible and Addictions" starting on page Discuss "The Causes of Addiction" in detail. 3- What are the 7 signs of Adrenaline Withdrawal? 4- Under the section "The Effects of Addiction" describe the following terms: A- Experimentation B- Occasional use C- Regular use D- Full blown addiction 5- Summarize the information located under "Counseling and Addiction". 6- Summarize the information located under "Preventing Substance Abuse and Behavior Addictions". Congratulations! You have completed the final course in your program.