Diploma of Christian Counseling

DIPLOMA OF
CHRISTIAN COUNSELING (DIP.CC)

Restoring Lives Through Christ-Centered Counseling

2 years (4 semesters)

Total Credits 64 Credit Hours

Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum

Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)

Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year

Medium of Instruction English

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicant must hold a Certificate of Discipleship Studies (C.DS) or an equivalent certificate in theology, ministry, or biblical studies from an approved institution.

PROGRAM FEES

Per Semester

USD $200

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Department

Missiological Studies

Faculty

The Great Commission

Medium of Instruction

English

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Completion of 64 credit hours.
Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)

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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Evangelist

Mission Worker

Church Planter

Discipleship Leader

Ministry Coordinator

Christian Educator

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Diploma of the Great Commission (Dip.GC) is a comprehensive academic and ministry formation program designed to prepare believers for effective Christian service in local, national, and global mission contexts. Building upon foundational biblical studies, the program provides advanced training in evangelism, discipleship, leadership, church growth, and cross-cultural ministry. Through a balanced combination of theological instruction, practical ministry experience, and spiritual development, students are equipped to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, strengthen churches, and fulfill Christ’s Great Commission with confidence, competence, and Christ-centered leadership.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Advanced Evangelism Strategies

Discipleship Leadership Skills

Missionary Ministry Preparation

Cross-Cultural Ministry

Church Planting Principles

COURSE STRUCTURE

Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
DGC 101	Biblical Foundations of the Great Commission	3
DGC 102	Introduction to Old Testament Mission	3
DGC 103	Theology of Mission I (God’s Mission in Scripture)	3
DGC 104	Spiritual Formation for Mission	3
DGC 105	English for Mission and Ministry I	3
DGC 106	Ministry Practicum I (Local Outreach)	3

Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
DGC 111	Life and Teachings of Jesus and the Great Commission	3
DGC 112	Mission in the New Testament	3
DGC 113	Theology of Mission II (Christ and the Church in Mission)	3
DGC 114	History of Christian Missions I (Early to Medieval)	3
DGC 115	English for Mission and Ministry II	3
DGC 116	Ministry Practicum II (Community Evangelism)	3

Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
DGC 201	Acts and the Expansion of the Church	3
DGC 202	Pauline Missionary Theology	3
DGC 203	Systematic Theology of Mission I (God, Christ, Holy Spirit in Mission)	3
DGC 204	History of Christian Missions II (Reformation to Modern)	3
DGC 205	Evangelism and Discipleship Methods	3
DGC 206	Ministry Practicum III (Cross-Cultural Engagement)	3

Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
DGC 211	Contemporary Missiological Issues	3
DGC 212	Systematic Theology of Mission II (Salvation, Church, Eschatology in Mission)	3
DGC 213	Intercultural Communication and Contextualization	3
DGC 214	Leadership for Mission and Church Planting	3
DGC 215	Research & Writing for Missional Studies	3
DGC 216	Ministry Practicum IV (Mission Project Implementation)	3

Ready to Take the Next Step in Ministry?

Develop biblical knowledge, ministry competence, and leadership excellence through our Diploma Program designed for meaningful Kingdom impact.

Diploma of Christian Counseling