Blog Category: Our Courses
Why Christian Counselling Training For Church Leaders Is Needed
Christians often reach out to church leaders first. Some of those Christians may have issues that require the help of a trained counsellor.
aifc Open Day in Melbourne – 19th Nov 2016
You’re invited to attend the aifc Open day in Melbourne on Friday on Saturday 19th November from 12:30 – 4pm Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Learn more about our accredited Christian counselling courses, discover your options, and talk to our tutors who will be on hand to answer all of your…
Brisbane Open Day 2016
YOU’RE INVITED TO ATTEND AIFC’S OPEN DAY IN BRISBANE The Qld Region’s Brisbane Centre is having an Open Day at its new Springwood venue Come along to learn more about our accredited Christian counselling courses, discover your options, and talk to our tutors who will be on hand to answer all of your questions. If…
Students Tell Us What They Like About Studying At aifc
Over the years our graduates have gone on to use their skills in ministry and to fulfill their vision for their career goals to help the community as skilled professionals and qualified counsellors. Students have a lot of good things to say about studying at aifc. Read the following Facebook comments that have been left…
Sam Wundke – aifc Student in SA
Sam Wundke I chose to do the aifc course as a step toward regaining personal direction and purpose. After almost a year, I have grown so much both on a personal level and in my relationships. Although the content is challenging, the environment is supportive, encouraging and uplifting. Although I don’t know exactly where this…
Steve Poisat – Testimonial
“Studying with aifc gave me the pastoral counselling confidence and specialist skills that I needed to competently and compassionately engage with the members of my congregation and the community chaplaincy work that I was involved in. The biblically based framework that undergirds the courses allows students to integrate theology, psychology and practical spirituality in such…
What makes aifc different?
Our Christian bible based counselling courses attract men and women from all over Australia. aifc takes a comprehensive and balanced approach to counselling training that integrates psychology, theology and spirituality. Theology helps us know and grow in God’s ways and increases our understanding of our need for Him; psychology an awareness of self and spirituality…
School Is Finally Over – What To Do Now?
You have been working towards this day for what feels like your whole life – and here it is! You may have imagined what it would be like; waking up on that first morning – no rushing, the guilt-free feeling of removing those study notes from the walls, the stress slipping away and you can…
aifc Student Testimonial –Tara Watkins
Tara Watkins tells us why she initially chose to study with aifc, describing how the course has helped to strengthen her marriage and build up her faith. Tara says that she understands herself better now and that the course has had a positive effect on all of her relationships. “Initially what appealed to me about…
Sheryll Flynn – aifc Student in Perth
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? I was a Primary School Chaplain Why did you decide to study Counselling? I had already completed Cert IV in Pastoral Care and I was working as a primary school Chaplain. I found I was having a lot of interaction…
Ruth Killingback – aifc Student in Canberra
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? My husband and I managed Christian conference centres for a few years, then I had a break and I started working for Salvos counselling in 2013 and I’m still working there while studying. Why did you decide to study Counselling?…
Roger Dannock – aifc Student in Canberra
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? Working in the Building industry Why did you decide to study Counselling? I had a heart for young people who were floundering in difficult situations; like relationship issues and marriage break ups. I wanted to be able to offer them…
Michael Taylor – aifc Student in Adelaide
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? I was working full time as a public accountant in my own business – and I’m still doing that. Why did you decide to study Counselling? I’ve been working in the accounting…
Libby Baensch – aifc Student in Melbourne
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″] [et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? Full time Mum – My children were 18, 16, 14 and 12 years old when I started my diploma, and I had been home-schooling them for the last 12 years. I was…
Les Daly – aifc Distance Education Student
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? I have been employed by Airservices Australia for the last 21 years as an Aviation Fire Fighter. Why did you decide to study Counselling? I have always had a passion to see people’s lives changed. By studying counselling with aifc,…
Alison Rogers – aifc Student in Adelaide
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? Working in admin Why did you decide to study Counselling? I was sitting on my lounge one night feeling lonely (my husband was working nights) and out of the blue, I felt God tell me to look up aifc and…
Dreana Beitzel – aifc Student in Melbourne
What were you doing before taking on study at aifc (eg, what line of work/study?)? I was, and still am working in a referral centre in emergency relief. We help people who are experiencing hardship and refer them to an appropriate service. We also give out food parcels, vouchers, help with bills etc. Why did…
Enhance Your Pastoral Care Skills
I’m Peter, I’m a full time Public Servant and I’m studying with aifc. What inspires me most about counselling is that I get to help other people. I’d like to see healthy individuals, healthy families and ultimately,a healthy community. What I love most about studying with aifc is the support we receive from the tutors…
My Graduation speech – By Debbie Arnold – Canberra
Debbie Arnold’s Graduation Speech Good Evening Special Guests, ladies, gentleman and fellow students. Thank you all for coming to celebrate with us tonight. We are here tonight to take part in our graduating ceremony after successfully completing 2 years of study; that rolls of the tongue VERY easily but for those of who have made…
3 Common Myths about Diversity & Multiculturalism in Counselling, Debunked
People from many different cultures live in Australia and present to therapy with various issues. Part of the process of becoming an effective counsellor involves learning how to recognise and value diversity, and shaping counselling practice to respect clients’ worldviews. You may be surprised by these three common myths about this aspect of the work,…
