DVCO 749 - Community-Based Ministry Internship (3)

The Community-Based Ministry Internship (CBMI) is designed to enhance the personal and counselor formation of students preparing for counseling ministry leadership, through ministry reflection groups, hands-on counseling engagement, the counsel and guidance of counseling mentors, and theological reflection on counseling/ministry experiences. It requires a completion of 300 clock hours in an approved site under appropriate supervision. A minimum of 240 hours of direct client contact with individuals, groups, or families are required. Additional requirements include at least one hour of individual supervision and two hours of group supervision per week with qualified supervisors. Given the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) in the wider behavioral health world this course is designed to help the student gain a working knowledge of the diagnosis of psychopathology, the DSM, and the assessment of psychological and spiritual functioning. In addition, the student will gain an understanding and knowledge of clinical mental health issues and how they can be addressed in community settings both inside and outside the church. The student will understand mental health issues against the backdrop of scripture. Offered: As needed.