Master's Degree in Pastoral Psychology

The Master's in Pastoral Psychology is an innovative program that integrates the richness of Christian theology with the tools of psychology for the practice of integral care (cura animarum). The program offers in-depth training in counseling, chaplaincy, and spiritual support, enabling professionals to address human crises in light of faith and science.

Aimed at pastors, religious leaders, chaplains, psychologists, and therapists, the program promotes dialogue between mental health and spirituality, the ethical practice of care, and research on human resilience and religious experience.

🎯 Course Objectives

Integrate the knowledge of psychology and theology for effective and compassionate counseling.

Develop skills for pastoral accompaniment in different contexts (churches, hospitals, prisons).

Train professionals capable of promoting mental and spiritual health in the community.

Stimulate critical reflection on the relationship between faith, suffering, healing, and human development.

📘 Curricular Structure
The curriculum was designed to unite theory and practice in the field of pastoral care:

Pastoral Counseling Theories and Techniques

Developmental Psychology and Life Cycle Crises

Psychopathology and Spirituality

Theology of Care and Suffering

Grief and Loss Counseling

Family and Couples Counseling

Hospital and Prison Chaplaincy

Ethics in Pastoral Counseling

Conflict Management and Mediation

Applied Research Methodology

Supervision of Pastoral Practices

Final Dissertation Preparation

📌 Note: The curriculum structure can be adapted according to the student's academic background and research interests. The course length may be reduced depending on the student's performance and progress.

💻 Teaching Modality
Available online and/or in-person, with full academic support. A modern platform with interactive content, discussion forums, individual tutoring, and access to the digital library. Flexible schedules adaptable to the student's personal and professional life.

📜 Certification and Recognition

Institutionally recognized Master's degree issued by FAITEF.

Option to issue the diploma with the Hague Apostille, facilitating the validation and recognition process in over 100 countries that are signatories to the convention.

Our academic office offers the necessary support for international documentation procedures, according to the requirements of the student's destination country.

👥 Target Audience
Pastors, religious leaders, missionaries, chaplains, psychologists, therapists, and all professionals who wish to deepen their skills in the field of counseling and care, combining spiritual sensitivity with scientific rigor.

📞 Applications and Information
For more information, visit the official FAITEF website and fill out the contact form. Our team is available to provide personalized support and answer all your questions.

✨ Learn the art of caring for your soul with compassion and knowledge.
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