The Master of Arts in Religion (MAR) capitalizes on the rich Lutheran confession of Concordia University Chicago (CUC). It is an ideal way for church workers and laypersons to enrich their understanding of the Bible and Christian theology in an online format designed for people who work full time.

The program is taught in cohort groups who move through the 11 courses together. Each course is eight weeks in length; one course is taken at a time. Students may begin study in the fall or spring semester. No courses are taught in the summer.

Students who earn this degree use it to enrich their personal knowledge of Judaism at an advanced level, advance professionally in Jewish communal organizations, build a foundation for rabbinic or cantorial study or prepare for a career in Jewish academic scholarship.

The MAJS degree can be completed through online learning, or if you live locally, you may select from a mix of online and on-campus courses. All students participate in two weeklong summer residential seminars, held on campus, during the course of their studies. As part of the course of study, students take 12 credits of text courses which require one hour of synchronous study with a fellow student.... [-]

The M.A. in Bible Exposition provides students with specialized knowledge and skills to understand, apply, and communicate the Scriptures effectively on a regular basis in a local church context. It prepares students to teach or preach as a member of a church staff or as part of a para-church ministry.

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Bible Exposition will be able to:

For entrance into online studies, a bachelor's degree with a 2.5 GPA (with exceptions) is required. The Application Process consists of:

The M.A. (Theological Studies) provides you with an interdisciplinary knowledge of Biblical studies, church history, intercultural studies, and theology. It prepares students to engage in research and analysis that is informed by those disciplines and contributes to the advance of ministry in the church, missions, or marketplace. This degree is offered in two different formats: Program 1 for college graduates with no previous studies in Bible or theology, and Program 2 for college graduates who have at least 30 semester hours of Bible, theology, or Church history.

The M.A. in (Theological Studies) will equip you to:

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling – Theology online program will give you an overview of counseling from a biblical worldview. Through this program, you will attain the knowledge and skills needed to counsel individuals in various ministry settings. You will learn about systematic theology, ethics within Christian ministry, and how to integrate theological studies with psychology to provide compassionate pastoral counseling.

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Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling – Pastoral Counseling online program will equip you to counsel from a biblical worldview. You will learn principles of psychology, theology, gerontology, healthy sexuality, and counseling. Through this program, you will be prepared for a career as a nonlicensed counselor within a church setting.

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Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling – Military Resilience will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to come alongside military service members and their families as you minister to avoid in that community. Course materials focus on developing skills to educate service members, their spouses, pastors, and friends about the mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs associated with the hidden wounds of war.

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The Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling — Marriage and Family online program offered by Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences equips students with the knowledge and skills critical for effectively counseling families and individuals in a variety of church and parachurch settings.

Courses cover topics such as premarital, marital, and family counseling. Graduates of this program will be equipped to integrate a Christian worldview and commitment to biblical values within the counseling setting. This degree may assist students seeking professional licensure, although licensure requirements are not completely met through this program.

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The Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling — Life Coaching online program offered by Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences provides students with a biblical foundation to counsel others.

Students in this program will learn to help individuals identify and achieve their personal and professional goals through financial life coaching, leadership and professional life assistance, health and wellness evaluation, and more.

Courses will immerse students in theoretical approaches to psychotherapy and will present counseling principles based on a Christian worldview. This degree may assist students seeking professional licensure, although licensure requirements are not completely met through this program.... [-]

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling — Leadership online program from Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences provides students with practical tools to counsel those in Christian ministry. Topics covered in this program range from planning the mission, vision, and strategy of a church, to developing the biblical foundations of leadership. Students will also gain the knowledge essential for preventing ministry failure and burnout.

Graduates of this program are equipped to provide godly counsel and assist in conflict resolution. This degree may assist students seeking professional licensure, although it does not meet all licensure requirements.

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The online Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling — Discipleship and Church Ministry program offered by Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences prepares students to serve in the local church and other ministry settings as a non-licensed counselor. Courses explore small group ministries, family discipleship, and church administration, as well as how to lead a healthy church.

Graduates from this program are prepared to serve in a number of positions, both in the church and with other Christian ministries. This degree may assist students seeking professional licensure; however, it does not meet all licensure requirements.

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The Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling — Crisis Response and Trauma online program from Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences equips students to meet the needs of individuals, organizations, and groups who have experienced a trauma, disaster, or other crisis.

This program provides students with the skills to counsel individuals in a variety of situations-from post-traumatic stress disorder to natural or man-made disasters. They will also gain a solid understanding of the biblical principles crucial to establishing ethical strategies in crisis counseling. Graduates of this program will have greater knowledge of how crisis and trauma can shape a person’s ability to cope with life.... [-]

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling – Addictions and Recovery online program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to minister in nonlicensed counseling roles. Through this program, you will learn how to address addiction and oversee the recovery process from a Christian worldview. Courses will cover the diagnosis and treatment of substance and sexual addictions, as well as how they relate to the biological aspects of addictions and recovery.

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The Master of Arts in Worship Studies program with a focus in Leadership prepares students to serve the church in a variety of leadership positions. Course materials and assignments provide students with a solid understanding of biblical leadership principles and strategies, equipping them to effectively serve as leaders. In addition, the course challenges and prepares worship leaders to better serve the church as skilled, passionate leaders of worship.

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With the emergence of multi-cultural issues throughout the world, ethnomusicology has become an important field of study in music education, music performance and other areas of cross-cultural service. The Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology through Liberty University Online provides advanced study in world music for individuals seeking national or international careers in cross-cultural environments. In each course, students will learn the general principles of ethnomusicology gain an understanding of the role of an ethnomusicologist and have the opportunity to develop an area of specialization. On-campus intensives may be required. Potential Career Fields: Musician, Worship Pastor, Music Ministry Non-Discrimination Policy... [-]