Biblical Counselling Level 1

Possible outcome Certificate in
Theological Study as awarded by
MINTS.edu. (1 year)

Course 1:

Introduction to Pastoral counselling (BAM142) The nature of pastoral ministry

Empathy, compassion and understanding Restoring relationships and forgiveness
The pastoral conversation
Effective use of scientifically based pastoral aids

Course 2:

Introduction to Biblical studies (BAB001)

Testimonies
Introduction to the Bible
A tour of all the books of the Bible Important dates and facts
The life and ministry of Jesus Belief in Jesus

Course 3:

Personal development (PDE11E)

Body, soul and spirit Overcoming life’s obstacles Negative thought patterns Emotional pain and disruption Self-development

Course 4:

Actual problem areas I (PAM12E)

Depression Suicide
Sexual abuse
Eating disorders
Bitterness

Course 5:

Actual problem areas II (PAM13E)

Case studies
Healing from impure thoughts
Stress
Correcting negative thought patterns

Course 6:

Actual problem areas III (PAM14E)

Prescribed book: COLLINS, G.R. – Christian counselling: A comprehensive guide
Prescribed book: YANCEY, P. – Where is God when it hurts?

Course 7:

Contact session 1 (COS11B) Zoom

Emotions
Rational emotive therapy
Models of Biblical counselling
Practical: Listening skills

* Attendance compulsory

Course 8:

Contact session 2 (COS12B) Zoom

Trauma
Unhealthy relationships
Family patterns, acquired dysfunctional behaviour; attachment styles

* Attendance compulsory