Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Human Services
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Human Services degrees at Point integrates a Christian emphasis with the basic research, theories and techniques of the counseling professions. Graduates enter the field of professional counseling and other human services, requiring courses in psychology, counseling, and related disciplines.
Point’s faculty have professional credentials in several of the helping professions, and many have also served in church-related positions. Students majoring in counseling and human services also have the opportunity to earn 100 hours of experience in a counseling-related setting, receiving directional supervision from a professional on site, through the internship program. The program heavily emphasizes preparation for graduate study.
Program Highlights
- Explain the intricacies of the psychological, physiological, developmental and spiritual make-up of humankind.
- Distinguish between healthy and unhealthy patterns in the life, work and ethics of professional helpers.
- Demonstrate an integration of personal strengths, the analysis and utilization of current research and the application of good helper principles.
Curriculum
The bachelor program in counseling and human services comprehensive curriculum is designed to help you develop foundational knowledge in counseling and human services. Listed below are some of the courses offered to students:
- Developmental Psychology
- Family Counseling
- Counseling Diverse Populations
- Careers in Helping Professions
- Internship
Career Opportunities
Point’s counseling and human degree services will equip you with the knowledge and tools to launch successful careers across a wide range of industries in roles such as:
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Mental Health Counselor
- Social Worker
- Community Health Worker
Faculty
| Name | Title | Department | |
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Denise Howard | Assistant Professor of Sociology | College of Social & Behavioral Sciences |
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Mindy McCarty | Assistant Professor of Counseling Psychology | College of Social & Behavioral Sciences |
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Andrea Pope-Smith | Assistant Professor of Sociology and Social Work | College of Social & Behavioral Sciences |
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Dr. Gregory Moffatt | Professor of Psychology, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences | College of Social & Behavioral Sciences |
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Simone Cox | Associate Professor of Counseling and Human Services | College of Social & Behavioral Sciences |
Why Point?
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FAITH BASED
Your faith will be strengthened with courses taught from a biblical worldview—from business to biblical studies, math to ministry.
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SUPPORTIVE
Point provides mentoring programs with faculty, alumni and local business professionals tailored to your personal and professional goals.
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SMALL CLASS SIZE
Our 18-to-1 student to professor ratio provides a small class size where you’re not just a student – you’re family.