1 LBTS/CENTER FOR PASTORAL COUNSELING COURSE: PACO 500 COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL COUNSELING FACULTY: Dwight Rice, D.Min., PhD, Assistant Professor/PACO Instructional Mentor EMAIL :dcrice@liberty.edu OFFICE PHONE: 434-592-3912 OFFICE HOURS: by appointment only LOCATION: CARTER RM 221 I. COURSE DESCRIPTION Introduces students to a solution-based model for short-term counseling that incorporates knowledge of and practice in facilitation skills, cognitive behavioral approaches, and biblical teaching. II. RATIONALE In today s world, people in our churches and in society at large are hurting. As people go outside their own families for help, 40% of Americans turn to a local clergy person first. Therefore, leaders in ministry need to be thoroughly equipped for the work of the counseling ministry. Since counseling should not be the primary ministry of pastors, it is imperative that what they do in counseling is done with efficiency and effectiveness. III. IV. PREREQUISITES None REQUIRED RESOURCE PURCHASE(S) American Psychological Association. Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (current edition). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. Carbonell, M. (2008). How to solve the people puzzle. Blue Ridge, GA: Uniquely You Resources. ISBN: 1-888846-44-5. [MUST BUY NEW; contains DISC assessment code] Clinton, T., & Hawkins, R. (2009). The quick reference guide to biblical counseling. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic. ISBN: 978-0-8010-7225-3. Kollar, C.A. (2011). Solution-focused pastoral counseling (2nd ed.). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. ISBN: 978-0-310-32929-9.
2 Petersen, J. C. (2007). Why don t we listen better? Lincoln City, OR: Petersen Publications. ISBN: 978-0-9791559-0-1. Disclaimer: The above resource(s) provide(s) information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these(this) resource(s). RECOMMENDED RESOURCES Benner, D. (2003). Strategic pastoral counseling: A short-term structured model. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker. ISBN: 0-8010-2631-8. V. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR LEARNING A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment B. Internet access (broadband recommended) C. Microsoft Word (Microsoft Office is available at a special discount to Liberty University students.) VI. VII. MEASURABLE LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: D. Support assertions, arguments, and affirmations with appropriate content from the readings according to current APA formatting. E. Identify his/her experience with and current approach to pastoral counseling as well as expectations as a student counselor F. Describe the necessary interpersonal and pastoral counseling skills to facilitate efficiency and effectiveness in pastoral counseling G. Discuss resources essential to cultivating a context for change and for fostering resiliency in the change process H. Develop a research-based framework for professional identity and ethics suitable for a non-licensure context I. Create an overview of a solution-based, short-term pastoral counseling strategy J. Utilize strengths/competencies in partnership with the care-seeker to build a better future under the authority of Scripture and the overarching goal of becoming imitators of Christ. K. Develop a strategy for getting the care-seeker committed to action. L. Plan to connect the care-seeker to appropriate others in the body of Christ for the purpose of furthering growth and development by fostering accountability to the local church. M. Apply the distinctive(s) of a solution-based, short-term counseling strategy to a required case study. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS A. Textbook readings, articles, web-engagements, and lecture presentations/notes
3 B. Accountable Preparation Experiences (A.P.E) A.P.E. will be assessed weekly by one or more of the following: attendance, contribution to discussion, mini-written assignment or quiz, group presentation (e.g., V. G.), and/or hybrid learning activity. One excused absence and one unexcused absence are permitted without penalty; assigned work must be submitted. Further instructions will be provided in class. (Outcomes: A-J) C. Solution-Based, Short-Term Pastoral Counseling Forums (4) The student is required to provide a thread in response to the provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be 400 450 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 1 other classmate s thread. Each reply must be 200 250 words and demonstrate courserelated knowledge. This material will inform the completion of solution-based, short-term discussion and group presentations. See Discussion Board Guidelines & Tips (Outcomes: A, C, D, F, G, H) D. Solving My People Puzzle: Phase 1 The student will write a 6 8-page paper in current APA format that focuses on describing his/her relational style. The paper must include at least 1 reference from each of the assignment s required readings. (Outcomes: A, C) E. Solving My People Puzzle: Phase 2 The student will write a 4 6-page paper in current APA format that focuses on managing his/her relational style. The paper must include at least 1 reference from each of the assignment s required readings. (Outcomes: A, C, D) F. Identity and Ethics Paper The student will write a 4 6-page paper in current APA format. The student should briefly describe a research-based paradigm for biblical professionalism and identify a potential professional partnership, including but not limited to a support group(s), local association of peers, referral network, and credible certification/licensure agencies/organizations. The paper must include at least 1 reference from each of the assignment s required readings. (Outcomes: A, E) G. Solution-Based, Short-term Pastoral Counseling Group Presentations (A.P.E.) Based on the solution-based, short-term pastoral counseling model presented in the course, the student will apply the distinctive features of a solution-based, short-term strategy to a predetermined phase in our SBSPC group presentation. The presentation will be informed by readings, articles, web-engagements, lectures, and previous steps in the Discussion Board Forums, culminating in the assigned group experience. The power point presentation will include notes and demonstrate a research-based approach in current APA format. The group presentation must include all required learning activities for the assigned phase in the SBSPC strategy. (Outcomes: A, C, D, G, H, I, J) H. Exams (2)
4 Exam 1 will cover the Reading & Study material for Weeks 1-6, and Exam 2 will cover the Reading & Study material for the entire course. Each exam will be open-book/open-notes, contain 38 multiple-choice, true/false, or essay questions, and have a time limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes. (Outcomes: A, C, D, F, H, I) VIII. COURSE GRADING AND POLICIES A. Points B. Scale Accountable Preparation Experience Discussion Board Forums (4 at 75 pts ea) 225 300 Solving My People Puzzle: Phase 1 100 Solving My People Puzzle: Phase 2 100 Identity and Ethics Paper 75 Exam 1 (Weeks 1 6) 100 Exam 2 (Weeks 1 16) 100 Total 1000 A = 940 1010 A- = 920 939 B+ = 900 919 B = 860 899 B- = 840 859 C+ = 820 839 C = 780 819 C- = 760 779 D+ = 740 759 D = 700 739 D- = 680 699 F = 679 and below C. Late Assignment Policies Papers/projects: 1. 5% point deduction per day. 2. No assignment will be accepted seven (7) days after original due date without written approval from the professor. This approval must be sought prior to assignment due date. 3. Discussion Boards: No Discussion Board posts accepted after DB has closed without prior permission of professor. Late posts will not be factored into DB grade. If the professor grants students permission to submit posts after the DB has closed the following requirements apply: a. 5% point deduction per day. b. No assignment will be accepted after original due date without written approval from the professor. This approval must be sought prior to assignment due date. c. Professor may require alternate assignment if Discussion Board has closed. These assignments must be completed within terms of late policy. No assignment will be accepted seven (7) days after original due date. 4. Tests/Exams
5 IX. a. For timed tests/exams students are required to complete the exam within the assigned time. For students who exceed this time limit a penalty of 5 points will be deducted for each minute they exceed the assigned time limit. b. Students must take the exam during the assigned week. A 5 % point deduction from the tests final grade will be assigned for each day the test is late. c. No test will be accepted seven (7) days after original due date without written approval from the professor. This approval must be sought prior to tests due date. D. Dual Relationship The faculty is responsible to interact with counseling students in a supervisory capacity/role. As such, faculty may provide students professional principles, guidance, and recommendations as it relates to the context of the student-client setting. The faculty is responsible to avoid dual relationships with students such as entering a student-counselor or student-pastor relationship. Thus, the faculty does not provide personal counseling addressing student personal problems. If a faculty member perceives that a student is in need of personal or professional counseling, then that faculty member will recommend that the student pursue either pastoral or professional assistance from a counselor in their community. E. Limits of Confidentiality In the event of a student s disclosure, either verbally or in writing, of threat of serious or foreseeable harm to self or others, abuse or neglect of a minor, elderly or disabled person, or current involvement in criminal activity, the faculty, staff, administrator, or supervisor will take immediate action. This action may include, but is not limited to, immediate notification of appropriate state law enforcement or social services personnel, emergency contacts, and notification of the appropriate program chair or online dean. The incident and action taken will become part of the student s permanent record. F. Disability Assistance Students with a documented disability may contact the Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) in Green Hall 2668 to make arrangements for academic accommodations. For all disability testing accommodation requests (i.e. quieter environment, extended time, oral testing, etc.) the Testing Center (Green Hall 2700) is the officially designated place for all tests administered outside of the regular classroom. Course Calendar TBA