Academic Calendar: http://www.ptseminary.edu/academic_calendar.pdf
Degree Programs:
Master of Divinity (MDiv):
The Master of Divinity degree program (MDIV) is to prepare men and women for effective ministry as pastors, evangelists, missionaries, chaplains, counselors or other church ministries. It is structured to give each student balanced exposure to theological studies
In three years. The MDIV degree requires successful completion of 74/80 semester hours with a GPA of 2.0 or above on a 4-point scale. Up to 37/40 credit hours of work may be accepted by transfer of courses (from accredited schools with a grade of "C" or better) upon the approval of the Vice President for Academics. For concentrations and more information click on Academic Catalog.
Master of Arts in Discipleship & Christian Formation (MADCF):
MADCF is a professional degree designed to prepare men and women for specialized ministries in the church’s mission of making disciples. The degree is designed for persons who desire a ministry with children, youth, or families. It is also intended to prepare persons to serve local congregations in roles such as Associate Pastor, Minister of Education, Minister of Discipleship, Youth Pastor, Children’s Pastor, Singles’ Pastor, Families Pastor or any combination of these. It is for persons who will be responsible for mentoring and training church leaders through theological education (including day schools, Bible Institutes, Christian colleges, and Theological Education by Extension) and for persons desiring to serve in denominational ministries for youth and discipleship. For concentrations and more information click on Academic Catalog.
Master of Arts in Church Ministries (MACM):
The Master of Arts in Church Ministries (MACM) is a two-year program offering options for
Concentration in three areas of ministry: Discipleship and Christian Formation, Missions, and
Ministry Leadership. The program for the MACM degree is structured so that each student receives a balanced exposure to biblical, historical, and theological studies through the required courses, and develops skills and competence in one of the three areas of professional preparation.
Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC):
The Master of Arts in Counseling presents the theory, method, and practice of counseling
from a Pentecostal perspective. The program emphasizes distinctives of counseling for pastors
and church staff while also preparing those who will counsel in other arenas, including those preparing for professional certification or state licensure. The degree concentration requires courses in Bible, doctrine, historical theology, and Pentecostal Foundations for Christian
Ministry, which form the substantive core required to integrate faith, spirituality, and counseling. Integration of Pentecostal theology, counseling theory, and practice is critical to the design of this degree.
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC):
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) is preparation for eventual certification and/or licensure of students. Students receive a thorough integration in professional counseling that will prepare them to sit for licensure examination for Mental Health Counseling in various states. The program provides counseling training for that relates to the diagnosis of various mental disorders. Students will be familiar with the DSM-V-TR and will be capable of diagnosing mental illnesses.
The program is designed to train students so they can work in church settings, outpatient
mental health settings, and inpatient settings. Students will be able to assess potential clients
and compare their skills with client needs and treat or refer with confidence. The program also
Provides electives in couples, marriage and family counseling, and gerontological counseling.
The program is for students who desire professional level training in mental health counseling.
The program includes the same essential Bible and theology core as other programs in the
Seminary. Students in the program will not only be competent in mental health counseling, but
will also be proficient in the academic study of, practical dialogue of, and professional leadership
in religious, spiritual, biblical, and theological issues related to mental health counseling. Mental
health counselors are valuable and sought for placement by a variety of growing public, private,
educational, clinical, secular, and religious settings.