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83 scriptural truth through sound exegesis and to seek additional truth through scientific investigation, thoughtful observation, and scholarly research. CO 500 Pastoral Care and Counseling Relationships Centering on the role of the pastor as an agent of spiritual care, this course considers the common spiritual, emotional, and relational difficulties which people experience, along with the basic skills needed to provide pastoral care to individuals and families within church and parachurch contexts. Three hours. CO 501 Theological Foundations for Counseling This course explores the foundations of Christian theology, how these topics can inform counseling interventions, and the issues that are presented for counselors working in faith-based environments and with clients for whom faith is a critical resource. Ethical considerations concerning spiritual issues and interventions in counseling, along with ASERVIC standards, are addressed. Three hours. CO 502 Counseling Theories Equips students with foundational theoretical concepts, clinical skills, and techniques needed for the clinical training sequence (practicum and internship). Reviews the major counseling theories and how each relates to biblical and theological perspectives. Students are exposed to models of counseling consistent with current professional research and practice in the field so they begin to develop a personal model of counseling. Three hours. CO 503 Human Development and Counseling Addresses the theoretical underpinnings of the counseling professions by looking at the major theories of human development and growth span. The course explores how major approaches to human growth and development compare to and contrast with related biblical teaching. Three hours. CO 504 Psychopathology and Diagnosis Students acquire a working knowledge of the diagnosis of psychopathology, the DSM and the assessment of psychological and spiritual functioning. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the MA in Counseling program. Three hours. CO 505 Groups in Counseling Principles and practices of group therapy are studied as they relate to church life and ministry as well as to professional practice. The major theories form the basis of investigation into how group counseling can be used by counselors to promote growth and healing. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the MA in Counseling program. Three hours. CO 506 Introduction to School Counseling Examines the history, philosophy and trends of school counseling. Additionally, professional identity issues of school counselors are explored including leadership, advocacy, counseling, and consulting roles in the school system, therefore preparing students for understanding the role of a professional counselor in the school setting. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the MA in Counseling program. Three hours. CO 507 Programs in School Counseling Focuses on the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the comprehensive developmental school counseling program. Needs assessments and outcome plans based on assessments are stressed. Several key counseling topics such as conflict resolution, program development, diversity, crises intervention, and resiliency are addressed as they apply to programming issues.