PTC 222 Course at Glance
Counseling & Physiology
Lecturing Faculty: Mike Emlet
Effective for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
Course Description
In this class you will look at issues such as traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other problems that require discernment of physical and spiritual components of the struggle. You will also gain an understanding of the role of psychoactive medications and psychiatry in caring for others. Through lectures, group discussion, and case studies you’ll learn how to wisely help those who struggle with problems in which both attention to physical and spiritual aspects are paramount.
Books to Purchase
The books listed below are required readings which students should acquire by the start of the term. Additional required readings will be listed in the course syllabus and available electronically in Canvas.
Estimated Workload
| Lectures | Readings | Assignments |
| 1.75-3 | 91-130 | 5.5-7.5 |
| Hours Per Week | Pages Per Week | Hours Per Week |
Course Assignments
The assignments listed below are provided for general guidance for students to reference as they plan and register. Please reach out to support@wts.edu if you have any questions.
- Small Group Meetings [4 - 1 hr mtgs]
- 2 Case Study Papers [4–5 pages each]
- Final Ministry Project [6-7 pages]