Counseling (Minor)

Looking to gain expertise in foundational counseling skills and help people in crisis? 

Help fill our world’s desperate need for compassionate men and women rooted in the truth of the gospel. Learn how to listen well, kindle a genuine desire to help people process life’s difficulties, and share the hope of Christ. Students in this minor commit to methodical and intentional practice. Join them and study contemporary counseling models and techniques that integrate science and faith for a strong and balanced approach.  

You'll be equipped to work in people-focused professions in ministry, education, human resources, or clinical work as a behavioral technician. This minor can also prepare you for graduate school. 

Counseling Degrees

  • Minor in Counseling

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Build Skills In:

  • Listening well 
  • Psychology of adjustment 
  • Abnormal psychology 
  • Understanding loss and bereavement 

 

Career Opportunities:

  • School counselor 
  • Clinical social worker 
  • Organizational counselor 
  • Group counselor or therapist 
  • Sports/health psychologist 
  • Marriage and family counselor 
  • Addictions counselor 
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Pair Counseling with a Major

Pair the Counseling minor with ministry-focused majors such as Christian Ministries, Youth Ministries, and Orphans and Vulnerable Children. This minor would also be a strong augment to Pre-Art Therapy, any Education major, Pre-Med or Pre-Health Sciences, Psychology, Social Work, or Sport Management. 

Counseling Curriculum Guides & Degree Options

Students interested in course descriptions and academic policies can check out our Undergraduate Catalog.

A Taylor liberal arts education will prepare you to live and work in a fast-changing world. It also goes a step further: laying a strong spiritual foundation that cultivates wisdom. You’ll become a well-versed individual, equipped with critical thinking skills, a lifelong love of learning, and an appreciation for God’s creation.

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Related Majors

Counseling is part of the Psychology Department

Contact
Laura Gerig
Department Chair and Associate Professor of Psychology

765-998-5143
email

Contact
Cindi Carder
Psychology & Academic Assessment/Testing Program Assistant

765-998-5373
email

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