Pastoral Care
A ten-session correspondence course introducing the principles and practicalities of biblical pastoral care. Ideal for anyone in a pastoral role in church including small group leaders.
The syllabus includes:
- What is pastoral care?
- The biblical basis of pastoral care
- Pastoral care in the context of the Christian community
- An overview of secular counselling models
- The biblical understanding of sin and negative behaviour
- The biblical process of change
- Pitfalls in the pastoral relationship
- The characteristics and causes of depression
- Understanding addictive behaviours
- Understanding self esteem, guilt, anger and fear
The course is an invaluable tool for anyone looking to gain a biblical understanding of common personal struggles and to equip themselves to undertake Bible-centred pastoral care. Students who successfully complete the optional modules are awarded an Open Bible Institute Certificate in Pastoral Care. Students should note, however, that this certificate is not a formal counselling qualification. The course is designed to help you carry out a pastoral role within a local congregation - not to equip you to carry out the role of a healthcare professional.
Fees: this course costs just £30
Students should note that this course is currently being offered as a stand-alone course only but in the future will also be offered as part of a Cert HE programme. Any students wishing to take the pastoral care module in the Cert HE in Biblical Studies and Ministry course are advised to contact the office for a discussion prior to enrolling on any short course.
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