Most people need help at times as they journey through life. A sympathetic listening ear is always appreciated, but sometimes people need more. We can help equip you to play a part in the lives of those who are struggling, enabling them to move forward and discover the freedom to grow into all that God desires them to be.

The course is designed for anyone who wants to learn about themselves and how to help others effectively, no matter how much or how little previous knowledge and experience they have. It is a reflective course, interactive and personal, using both practical methods and theory.

The course is ideal for anyone who is:

• Thinking about full counselling training

• Looking for basic training for pastoral care

• Wanting to help people in everyday life

• Running a small group

• In part-time or full-time Christian ministry

NB: The minimum age for this course is 18, it is preferable that applicants are 21 or over.

Understand yourself and others from a Christian perspective, with the aim of developing and expanding your listening skills.

Most people need help at times as they journey through life. A sympathetic listening ear is always appreciated, but sometimes people need more. We can help equip you to play a part in the lives of those who are struggling, enabling them to move forward and discover the freedom to grow into all that God desires them to be.

You’ll cover topics including:

• The biblical basis for care and counselling

• Reason and causes for problems

• Developing basic counselling skills

• A clear framework for the counselling process