Covenant University

Doctor of Healing Ministry

Purpose
The Doctor of Healing Ministry is deigned to pioneer the biblical effective way of Christian healing ministry. That is primarily composed of practical aspects of pastoral ministry characterized by a holistic approach combining preaching, praying, and healing. It will be done through research, education, and training. Ultimately, the purpose of this program is to prepare a divinely-called servant and Spirit-filled leader of healing ministry for establishing the Kingdom of God in hearts of sinners.

Nature
Jesus' ministry is composed of teaching, preaching, and healing. In this program, students will seek the ways of healing done by Jesus Christ in the four Gospels. So emphasis is placed on practical ways of healing. Also, we emphasize the growth of personal and interpersonal relations in faith with establishing a Biblical theology of healing.

Specialization
Candidates will choose their area of specialization and will do their Doctoral Project within that area. In this project they may focus on such area of counseling as the following: Healing Missiology, Clinical Education and Pastoral Care, Healing Counseling, Healing Theology, and Inner Healing.

Admission Requirements
For admission of the Doctor of Healing Ministry, candidates should have knowledge and experiences related with healing ministry.

Required documents and fee

1. Application Form I and II: an application is valid for one year.
2. Personal Statement (in 250 words or more) describing reasons for wanting to study with confession of faith.
3. Resume
4. Official transcripts of all academic work undertaken since graduation from high school. A final official transcript indicating that M.A. degree or its equivalent has been granted should be submitted.
5. Application Fee ($50)

Degree Requirements
Applicants must have a grade average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 or its equivalent in their M.A. or M.Div. course of studies. This program requires 54 hours of course credit inclusive of the dissertation or project thesis.


Plans of Study
Doctor of Healing Ministry program requires 54 credits to graduate. Each student is encouraged to complete two-year recommended programs of study.  Doctor of Healing Ministry program can be taken as recommended as follows. If you need assistance in selecting courses, please contact your mentor for his/her help.

 

• Doctor
• Bachelor
• Master