Graduate Catalog

Writing and Research Standards

All papers written for the Schools of Counseling are to conform to the most recent edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association unless otherwise specified by the instructor. All papers written for the School of Ministry will conform to the most recent edition of Kate L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers or as otherwise noted by the professor. All written documents are to reflect the highest standards of grammar, composition, and style. Students are expected to have adequate computer skills to produce all course assignments and to conduct research for those assignments independently. Any student desiring assistance for the research or production of assignments (other than basic proof-reading) is required to seek prior approval from the professor.