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Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
The online Master of Arts in Counseling prepares you to help others through a theologically cohesive, relationally rich, and Christ-centered understanding of the human experience.
This counseling program is offered in collaboration with faculty from the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). Next deadline to apply is 6/2/25.
Westminster’s biblical counseling training will prepare you to:
Develop a Christ-centered understanding of people, problems, and change.
Counsel with insight conformed to the authority of Scripture, not culture.
Walk alongside others recognizing our complex identity as saints, sufferers, and sinners.
at a glance
Credit Hours
61
Years To Complete
3–6
Average Cost per Term
on-campus only
$2,025
Both On-campus & Online
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“As I look at the road ahead of me as a counselor, pastor’s wife, and mother, I have confidence that I will have what I need because of my time in the MAC.”
Ellie McNeal, MAC ’13
biblical training
The Master of Arts in Counseling program combines comprehensive study of theology and counseling practices with practical experience under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Our graduate program curriculum is crafted to be cumulatively sequential and thoroughly biblical.
Each discipline derives its content and methodology from Scripture and therefore necessarily draws on—and informs—all other disciplines.
Core Courses
55 credits
Theology Courses:
Introduction to Apologetics
Bible Survey
Principles of Biblical Interpretation
New Testament Theology for Application
Old Testament Theology for Application
Introduction to Systematic Theology
Union with Christ
Doctrine of God
Counseling Courses:
Dynamics of Biblical Change
Helping Relationships
Applied Theology of the Person
Counseling in the Local Church
Complex Problems in Counseling
Theology & Secular Psychology
Marriage Counseling
Counseling & Physiology
Everyday Problems in Counseling
Counseling Observation
Ethics in Biblical Counseling
Culminating Seminar
Electives
6 credits
Choose two theology elective courses
Students have the opportunity to connect the riches of Westminster’s distinct curriculum with practical experience outside the classroom. Students must secure a practicum location and mentor to complete 100 hours of counseling experience before their final term.
Our theology and biblical studies courses are taught by Westminster faculty with Christian counseling courses taught by CCEF faculty.
Lecturing Faculty
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GET A TASTE OF OUR ONLINE COURSES
Our online Master of Arts in Counseling courses leverage innovative technology and high-quality production to deliver excellent content in engaging formats.
The Master of Arts in Counseling will prepare you to serve in a wide range of career paths.
MAC STUDENTS & ALUMNI SERVE IN:
Church lay ministry
Counseling centers
Medical professions
Pastoral care
Community social work
K–12 education
AVAILABLE 100% ONLINE
To better equip the global church, Westminster offers the Master of Arts in Counseling fully online.
THE ONLINE graduate program EXPERIENCE:
A better way to learn online, for when you need to stay.
Greater flexibility that fits your life.
Engaging and innovative classroom environment.
Easy-to-use technology connects you to a global community.
Immediate application in life and ministry.
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FLEXIBLE counseling degree PROGRAMS THAT FIT YOUR LIFE
Our online programs are designed to fit your schedule. Complete courses at your own pace and start your degree during any of our four entrance terms.
March
March Term 2025
10 weeks | March 24 - May 31
June
June Term 2025
10 weeks | Dates TBA
Jan
January Term 2025
10 weeks | January 6 - March 15
Sept
September Term 2025
10 weeks | Dates TBA
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Theological Studies Certificates
Not ready to commit to a full degree? Westminster now offers three distinct certificate options, with each certificate comprising three of our graduate-level courses from the MATS program.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will the MAC prepare me to become a licensed professional counselor?
No, the MAC does not provide the training required by state licensing boards or prepare you for licensure exams. It is designed to improve the counsel you are currently offering in your daily relationships and to equip you for the more formal role of counselor in the context of the local church and other ministry and non-profit settings.
How long does it take to earn an MAC degree?
The degree timing is flexible, but most students finish in 3-5 years
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