Mid-Life Career Change: From Overwhelmed Learner to Qualified Christian Counsellor
“You have been equipped for this”
At her recent graduation, Sharon stood before a packed room and opened her speech with honesty and grace:
“There were definitely moments when I was practically begging for divine intervention. But just when I thought I had nothing left, God would provide the strength, the wisdom, or even just the quiet reassurance that I was on the right path.”
Sharon applied to study counselling in her mid-40s, nervous she might be too old or unable to remember how to study. But what she discovered surprised her:
“I Googled it — turns out, the average age of a counselling student is mid-to-late 40s. I wasn’t an anomaly. I was trending.”
Through AIFC’s Christ-centred training, Sharon deepened her faith, overcame fear, and discovered how to walk alongside others in their healing with clarity, skill, and compassion.
“This isn’t just a job or a career. It’s sacred work. We’re not here to fix. We’re here to walk alongside.”
Watch Sharon’s full story in conversation with AIFC’s CEO
Filmed after her powerful graduation speech, this conversation reveals Sharon’s full journey. From anxious enrolment to launching her own counselling practice, she shares how God moved through her studies, what she learned about herself, and how you might be equipped to begin your own path as a Christian counsellor.
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Hosted by AIFC’s CEO, Nicholas Marks, with special guest Sharon Court – graduate, counsellor, and leader in Christian mental health.
- ✅ Faith-integrated training
Biblical worldview combined with professional counselling skills - ✅ Supportive community
Study online with flexible options and strong mentoring - ✅ Accredited and recognised
ACA and CCAA recognised qualifications - ✅ Real-world preparation
Learn to walk alongside others with compassion and clarity
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