Biblical Counseling
Equipping & Certification
Whether you’re pursuing formal certification or simply want to deepen your ability to care for others biblically, this course is built to serve you.
Certification Track: This step-by-step pathway prepares you to become a Level 1 Certified Biblical Counselor through the Association of Biblical Counselors. The process includes training, exams, collaboration with others, supervision, and ongoing continuing education. Once completed, you’ll be recognized as a certified biblical counselor and can renew your membership each year.
Audit Track: For those who desire the training without pursuing certification, the audit option provides access to the same teaching and resources but without the exams, supervision, or membership requirements. This is ideal for pastors, small group leaders, ministry staff, or anyone wanting to be better equipped to walk alongside others.
Both tracks are designed to help you grow in Christ-centered care, whether you’re serving formally as a counselor or simply seeking to strengthen your ability to minister to those around you.
If you’ve ever wanted to grow in how you walk with people through life’s toughest challenges, this training is for you. Over the course of it, you’ll be guided through a journey that blends rich biblical truth with practical counseling skills. Together, we’ll look at real issues people face—things like anxiety, anger, depression, or addiction—and learn how to bring the hope of the gospel into those struggles. This isn’t just theory; it’s hands-on equipping for real ministry. By the end, you’ll feel prepared to come alongside individuals, couples, and families with confidence, pointing them toward Christ and His transforming grace.
Registration
Registration has closed for the current track. If you have any questions, please email ryan@biblicalhelpandhope.com
Cost
Audit Track – $80
Cost includes:
- CCEF Journal of Biblical Counselors Journal Subscription
- Equipped to Counsel Textbook
Certification Track – $554
Cost includes:
- CCEF Journal of Biblical Counselors Journal Subscription
- Equipped to Counsel Textbook
- Application Fee (ABC required)
- Association of Biblical Counselors Membership (ABC required)
- Course Tuition
** Biblical Help and Hope Ministries does not receive profit from this training **
Download the “Detail Class Description” to review and share with your church leadership or those who may be interested.
Students will:
Develop a biblical philosophy of counseling that emphasizes every believer’s call to counsel and disciple.
Join live Group Teaching Sessions.
Receive guidance from a Certified Biblical Counselor mentor/coach.
Learn and grow alongside a cohort and partner.
Complete two Paul David Tripp seminars: Your Walk With God is a Community Project and What Did You Expect.
Engage in a private online discussion forum for ongoing connection.
Get feedback on assignments to sharpen your skills.
Experience accountability and community-based learning.
Gain a working knowledge of biblical counseling methods—both general and specific.
Practice counseling through real-life roleplay with a counselee.
Study counseling issues such as depression, anger, anxiety, addiction, and sexuality.
Upon completion, continue on to Level 2 Certification for deeper supervision and hands-on counseling experience.
Requirements Include:
Complete weekly reading and assignments.
Attend or watch live teaching sessions and discussions.
Actively interact with your cohort.
Commit at least 5 hours per week for an estimated 8-month completion.*
Maintain active ABC membership for certification recognition upon completion.
* The course is self-paced, and students have up to a year to complete the course for certification.
