This flexible, convenient program gives working professionals the opportunity to pursue doctoral studies while continuing to actively participate in their current roles. The EdD in Pastoral Community Counseling is a natural fit for religious leaders such as ministers, priests, and rabbis. But it’s also a good opportunity for those individuals who have faith or spirituality as a cornerstone of their professions, including the following:

• Hospital, hospice, prison, and military chaplains
• Nurse practitioners
• Licensed counselors

Doctoral Residency Experience

Argosy University doctoral residencies offer a valuable opportunity for students to interact with one another, meet faculty members, and acquire advanced skills and knowledge they need to succeed throughout the duration of their program and beyond.

These interactive three-day sessions are offered at various locations throughout the academic year. All doctoral students must attend a minimum of two residency programs in addition to completing their coursework.

See the Doctoral Residency page for the current program schedule and for additional insight into our students’ experiences

Certification and Licensure

This program offered through Argosy University – Online Programs College of Education DOES NOT lead to teacher or administrator certification, licensure, or endorsement in any state in the United States regardless of the state in which the student resides.