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Diploma Courses

Diploma courses consist of a single reading assignment  and a series of follow-up questions. These are not comprehensive or certification studies, but introductions to different aspects of Ministry and pastoral counseling and social work. These are supplements to the degree programs, though credit for this work may be put towards a degree at a later date. Or they may simply be used as elective toward the degree.

 

Stress Management

Grief Counseling

Anger Management

Introduction to Spiritual Counseling

Spiritual Counseling II  

Perquisite Introduction To Spiritual Counseling

Christian Anthropology

Christian Liturgy

Introduction To Christian Theology

New Testament Scriptures Course

Old Testament Scriptures Course

Introduction To Christian Mysticism

Hesychasm: The Jesus Prayer Course

Metaphysics Classical and Popular Concepts

Sophia: The Divine Feminine Course

Introduction to Buddhism I

Introduction to Buddhism II (Course prerequisite: Introduction to Buddhism I)

Advanced Buddhist Studies Course

Advanced Buddhist Studies II  (Course prerequisite: Advanced Buddhist Studies I)

Introduction To Comparative Religion

Buddhism

Celtic Wicca

Color Therapy


Ministry Course And Degrees

These degrees bestow the basic skills needed to work in a ministry. These are non-denominational and can be oriented based on the students needs for either Christian or Interfaith ministry work. Focuses on other ministries, such as Essene, Wicca, Celtic, New Age, Buddhist, etc., can also be done on request with coursework designed between the student and Academic Advisor. Click on a degree for more information.

NOTICE TO ALL DOCTORAL CANDIDATES:

The IFS is presently in the midst of changing all doctoral programs with more focus being on the doctoral dissertation rather than on coursework.  The doctoral candidate should be able to demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in a chosen area via their dissertation.  As a result, little if any coursework is now being required for a IFS doctorate degree.  However, requirements for the dissertation have become more in-depth and intensive.  Those interested in pursuing a doctorate degree with IFS can get a better idea of what the changes require by clicking on the "Transpersonal Studies" program below and going to the PhD section for that degree.  All doctoral programs at IFS are now being modeled after the Transpersonal Studies PHD program. 

Basic Ministers Course This is a free, non degree, one lesson , on-line course. A certificate of completion is available.

Ministry   Master of Ministry (M.Min.); Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

Divinity    Doctor of Divinity (D.D.


Transpersonal Studies Degrees

Transpersonal Studies seeks to understand  the transpersonal and spiritual aspects of the human experience.  It is the study of humanity’s highest potential, and with the recognition, understanding, and realization of spiritual and transcendent states of consciousness.  Transpersonal Studies considers such issues as spiritual self development, peak experiences, mystical experiences, and other metaphysical experiences of living.   

This degree is designed for those who have a desire to serve others as ministers and as spiritual  counselors. This degree prepares the student to enhance their community work as a minister/pastor or assisting others in those roles. This is an interfaith degree, drawing its coursework from various faiths and schools of thought, and not oriented towards any particular religious belief system.  

Transpersonal Studies    Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Transpersonal Studies with emphasis in Integral Consciousness Studies Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)


Christian Studies

These degrees focus on the general Christian experience. These are non-denominational and provide a good foundation for future ministry work or supplementing current ministry work. Click on a degree for more information.

Biblical Studies Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Christian Eschatology Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)

Essene Theology Master of Essene Theology (M.Th.); Doctor of Essene Theology (Th.D.)


Cultural Interfaith (Non-Christian) Degrees

These degrees focus on understanding the many varieties of religious experience, including all the major religions and some lesser ones. These degrees are for creating a firm base of knowledge for either personal development, ministry or future scholarly work and do not equip one to be a priest, minister or practitioner of any particular religion. Click on a degree for more information.

Sacred Theology    Master of Sacred Theology (M.Th.); Doctor of Sacred Theology (Th.D.)

Interfaith Studies    Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Metaphysics   Doctor of Metaphysics (Met.D.)

Pagan Clergy Studies Master of Arts (MA) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Religious Sociology    Master of Arts (M.A.) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Women's Spiritual Studies   Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Celtic Theology   Master of Celtic Theology (M.Th.); Doctor of Celtic Theology (Th.D.)

Paranormal Studies Master of Paranormal Studies: Doctor of Paranormal Studies


Pastoral Health Degrees

These degrees focus on the counseling aspect of ministry and equip one with the skills necessary to act as a pastoral counseling. These degrees are not designed for non-pastoral counseling how the information may overlap. Click on a degree for more information.

Pastoral Counseling   Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Pastoral Family Counseling    Master of Arts (M.A.); Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

NLP Practitioner Master of Arts (M.A) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) All course work included with this diploma NO books to buy.


Holistic & Alternative Psychology

Life Coaching Master of Arts (M.A.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) All material included with this course!

Spiritual Counselor Master of Arts (M.A.) Doctor of  Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Mindfulness and Life Coaching  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches.)

Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MBCBT) Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches.

Mindfulness and Counselling Skills Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches

Mindfulness Coach: Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Mindfulness Therapist  Combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Holistic Therapist  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Holistic Life Coach  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Mindfulness Pastor  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Personal Life Coach  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Mindfulness Pastoral Counsellor (Not in UK)  Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (upon graduation students will be eligible to apply for membership in the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Holistic Healer Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (Upon graduation students are eligible to join Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Holistic Healing Practitioner Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (Upon graduation students are eligible to join Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)

Holistic Healing Therapist Master of Science (M.S.) Doctor of Philosophy (Upon graduation students are eligible to join Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches)


Paranormal Studies

Investigating The Paranormal

Vampires

Ghosts

Fairies and Merfolk

Dragons

Spirits, Elementals and Intelligences

Angels

Demons

The Magickal Arsenal

Werewolves

 

 

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