Master of Divinity (MDiv)
Louisville Seminary's Master of Divinity degree program prepares students for professional work in ministry. This program combines the academic and practical education necessary for ordained ministry as well as the varied forms of leadership in the church.
The MDIV degree program integrates academic disciplines in three areas:
Biblical Studies: Scripture I and II, Biblical Hebrew and New Testament Greek, Exegesis in both Testaments, and elective studies.
Theology, History, Ethics, and Religion: Foundational courses in theology and history, a course in the student's denominational heritage, and elective studies in reformed theology, history, ethics, and religion
Practical Theology: Courses in the practices of ministry such as preaching, worship, counseling, education, mission and evangelism, and church governance. Elective courses will help you to focus on areas of your particular interest and calling.
Throughout your coursework and field education in area churches and agencies, you will discover a deeper understanding of theology and the Bible. You will also learn to articulate your faith, clarify your theological vision, and gain tools for the practice of ministry. The MDIV degree requires 90 semester hours and can be completed in three years attending full time, while the half-time program can take up to six years to complete.
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family (MAMFT) Therapy
Louisville Seminary's Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy degree program prepares counselors to integrate theology and spirituality into the practice of marriage and family therapy. This faith-based program reaffirms and extends Christ's healing ministry to the world, while honoring the beliefs and practices of individuals. This unique degree program is one of only three accredited, seminary-based programs in the nation.
The MAMFT program offers three educational components: theological and biblical education, marriage and family therapy training, and extensive supervised client contact. In addition to coursework in Bible and theology, you will learn contemporary systems theories of family life, current clinical approaches to marriage and family therapy, individual and family development, and research and professional studies.
The 3 year program is fully accredited by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and by the Commission on Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). This degree requires completion of 68 semester hours as wells of 500 hours of client contact and 100 hours of supervision. Coursework and practicum count towards clinical membership in the AAMFT and provide the essential groundwork for most states' licensing requirements.
