MA in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry
100% Online | Faith-Based | Practical Training
Faulkner University’s MA in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry from the Kearley Graduate School of Theology equips students to serve youth and families in churches and communities through Christ-centered care. This 37-hour program combines ministry-based counseling with practical skills, all taught online in flexible 8-week courses.
What You’ll Learn
· Family dynamics & life cycles
· Marriage & parenting support
· Crisis counseling
· Character & spiritual development
· Personal & family finance
Who It’s For
Ideal for church leaders, youth/family ministers, Christian educators, and those offering non-licensed counseling in faith settings.
Note: This program does not lead to state licensure. To pursue licensure, see our MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Certificate Option
Not ready for a full master’s degree? Earn a 19-hour certificate in Family Life Ministry covering:
· Christian Counseling: The Skilled Helper
· Family & Church Assessments
· Family Ministry Methods
Why Choose Faulkner?
Fully Online – Study on your schedule
Faith-Based – Counseling rooted in Christian values
Practical & Impactful – Equip families and churches for real-life challenges
Apply Now
- Submit a completed online application.
- Complete and print the Official Transcript Request form and submit it to all previously attended schools with the appropriate fee.
- Send all additional items via mail to:
Faulkner University
Attn: Graduate Enrollment
5345 Atlanta Hwy
Montgomery, AL 36109
Admission Requirements
Admissions Requirements
To apply, submit:
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.75
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended. Hand-delivered copies, photocopies, and printouts of a grade report are not acceptable.
- Three references (at least one of whom is a church leader) who could speak to your ability to complete this graduate program (please provide their names and contact information if you did not already list them on your graduate application for admission)
- A goals statement of at least 1,000 words specifying personal goals and stating ways that the Master of Arts program at Faulkner University will contribute to those goals. Include in this goals statement:
- Background preparation for the degree
- The basis for the choice of the KGST
- Spiritual and academic goals
- Impact of the degree sought on financiers and personal, employment, and family time.
- A student must obtain a score of 40 or above (out of 60 possible points) as a partial qualification for admission.
To receive full consideration for the start date you applied for please submit all admission requirements no less than one (1) month prior to the posted class start date.
Tuition
Tuition and Fees
2025 - 2026 Financial Information
| Tuition | $510 per semester hour |
| General Fee | $350 per semester ($250 if 5 hours or less) |
| Online Course Fee | $75 per semester hour |
| Applicable Course Fees | see full tuition and fee schedule |