Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based BS in Rehabilitation Services (Addictions) Minor: Interfaith Chaplaincy Studies

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Rehabilitation Services (Addictions)

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Rehabilitation services core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Rehabilitation Services (Addictions) with a minor in Interfaith Chaplaincy Studies offers a comprehensive academic foundation for students seeking to serve individuals navigating the challenges of substance use and recovery. The curriculum integrates behavioral health theories, social services administration, and restorative practices within a framework that emphasizes holistic wellness, social justice, and professional ethics. Students will engage with the complexities of human behavior, systemic barriers to recovery, and the principles of compassionate support within diverse community contexts.

By incorporating the minor in Interfaith Chaplaincy Studies, the program broadens the scope of service to include spiritual care and interdisciplinary collaboration. The curriculum prepares graduates to bridge the gap between social service provision and spiritual support, emphasizing servant leadership and the stewardship of resources in nonprofit environments. This program provides the academic rigor necessary for effective service delivery while encouraging students to develop a mature, ethically grounded perspective on social engagement.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Rehabilitation Services (Addictions) with a minor in Interfaith Chaplaincy Studies combines a robust liberal arts foundation with comprehensive study in rehabilitation theory, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research, crisis awareness, referral, program development, and community-based support. The curriculum integrates specialized theological perspectives with clinical approaches to foster holistic wellness and effective support systems for diverse populations.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Rehabilitation services core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Composition | 3 | None
• PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• THE101 | Foundations of Spiritual Formation | 3 | None
• SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG102 | Advanced Research Writing | 3 | ENG101
• COU105 | Introduction to Counseling Theory | 3 | PSY101
• MAT110 | Statistics for Social Sciences | 3 | None
• MIN120 | Principles of Pastoral Care | 3 | THE101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PSY210 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | PSY101
• COU220 | Foundations of Addiction Studies | 3 | COU105
• CHR201 | Ethics in Professional Service | 4 | None
• MIN230 | Chaplaincy in Diverse Settings | 3 | MIN120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• SOC240 | Social Issues and Policy | 3 | SOC101
• COU250 | Crisis Intervention Techniques | 3 | COU220
• BUS210 | Nonprofit Resource Stewardship | 3 | None
• CHR250 | Theology of Community Development | 3 | THE101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU310 | Group Facilitation Skills | 3 | COU220
• SOC320 | Community Outreach and Engagement | 3 | SOC240
• MIN350 | Advanced Chaplaincy Support | 3 | MIN230
• RES301 | Social Science Research Methods | 4 | MAT110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU350 | Family Systems and Recovery | 3 | COU220
• MGT320 | Nonprofit Leadership and Ethics | 3 | BUS210
• CHR360 | Comparative Spiritual Worldviews | 3 | THE101
• PSY380 | Health and Wellness Promotion | 3 | PSY210
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU410 | Integrated Recovery Planning | 3 | COU310
• MIN420 | Professional Chaplaincy Practice | 3 | MIN350
• SOC430 | Social Justice and Advocacy | 3 | SOC320
• EDU405 | Adult Education and Support | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES301, CHR201
• COU480 | Advanced Ethics in Practice | 3 | CHR201
• MGT450 | Organizational Stewardship | 3 | MGT320
• MIN495 | Spiritual Leadership in Public Spaces | 3 | MIN420

Career Opportunities

• Community Recovery Coordinator
• Nonprofit Program Administrator
• Faith-Based Outreach Specialist
• Social Service Case Assistant
• Addiction Support Advocate
• Interfaith Support Coordinator
• Nonprofit Resource Manager

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Rehabilitation Services (Addictions)
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years