Classes & Training
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Lay Counselor Training Classes is to equip clergymen and lay people with the knowledge to help counsel and/or teach people who are struggling with various life and faith issues from a Christ-centered, Biblical model of counseling. The classes include written and oral instruction utilizing Biblical principles in dealing with all aspects of the Christian life including personal, social, marital and parental issues. Case-study examples displaying use and efficacy of this approach are provided throughout all levels of training.
BASIC DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES :
Level I and Level II are applicable to all persons interested in enriching and deepening their Christian walk and is utilized by churches and individuals as an extensive discipleship training program with meaning for both new and veteran Christians.
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS:
The "text book” for these classes consists of the Bible, CDs, DVDs, various books, including Rest Assured and The Travel Guide, along with other printed materials. A listing of a wide variety of resource materials is provided for students interested in further self study in Level I and Level II. In addition, a required reading list, DVDs and CDs are included in Level III of this training program.
FORMAT:
The lecture portion of these classes consists of 42 separate lectures divided into Levels I, Level II and Level III.
Level III also utilizes a small group discussion format and contains an extensive self-instructional unit consisting of media and written materials.
Level IV includes on-site internship training and is individually designed to meet each trainee’s particular needs.
Christian Life Ministries
Biblical Counseling & Training
Christian Life Ministries Biblical Counseling & Training
1948 N Plaza Drive Rapid City, SD 57702 • (605) 341-5305 • clm1@rushmore.com
