Pastoral Studies Counseling Major

Description: A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry. Is Pastoral Studies Counseling the right major for you?
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Pastoral Studies Counseling Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$48,290

Median Hourly Wage

$23.22*

Total Employed Nationally

42,820


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.