Is God calling you to become a
Christian Counsellor?
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3 IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO CONSIDER
CLARIFYING YOUR SUITABILITY How to know if you’re cut out for Christian counselling. Are you good with people and have a passion to help others? Not sure if becoming a professional Christian counsellor would be a good career option to consider? We will share with you some simple questions to determine if you are suitable to becoming a Christian counsellor.
FINDING THE RIGHT COURSE How to choose the course that is the best fit for your situation. Unsure where to get started with finding the right course for you? Undecided as to whether to go full-time or part time? We will share with you the options for study and help you choose the course that will best equip you for your counselling future.
CHOOSING A CAREER PATH How to plan and cultivate a rewarding career. Where could an accredited counselling course lead you? Do you work for a service organisation? Should you start your own business? Becoming a professional counsellor has many career options. We help you explore your potential career pathways.
“Be prepared and equipped for your calling to help others.”
“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.”
Webinar Speakers
Sally Smith, General Manager – Passionate about training the next generation of Christian counsellors. With over 12 years’ experience in counselling, business, HR, and education, she brings a people-first approach to everything she does. Qualifications in counselling, psychology, training, and business, and currently serves as General Manager at AIFC, leading the development of accredited course material. Driven by a desire to see personal healing and professional growth in those called to Christian counselling.
Liz Jenkins – Liz is a registered counsellor and manager at AIFC. She operates in various environments where she can effectively apply her skills in the helping professions. She takes great satisfaction in working with individuals and witnessing their personal growth. Liz enjoys spending time outdoors and values time spent with family and friends.
Webinar Host: Nicholas Marks, CEO of Australian Institute of Family Counselling
What People Say
I have always had a passion to see people’s lives changed. By studying counselling with aifc, I am equipped with the tools to facilitate that change. Studying via Distance Education has made it more accessible and affordable. – Les Daly (Diploma – Distance Based) Aviation Fire Fighter
Many of the tutors I worked with during the time of my training had worked in the industry for many years; modelling to us strong counselling ethics and professional practice. – Vicky Robertson (Graduate Diploma) Family Practice
I’d definitely recommend aifc to any young person who is serious about their faith and wants to gain skills in helping people but is not sure what direction to take. – Kezia McGarvie (Advanced Diploma) Youth Camp Leader, Counsellor
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. – Sam Wundke (Advanced Diploma) Professional Photographer
Have you thought about becoming a qualified counsellor? It’s a great opportunity to learn how you can extend God's love and grace to the hurting out in the community.
For those who would like to enrol in aifc’s accredited Christian counselling courses we have two intakes per year for courses commencing around the following months:
Enrolment Season - opens approximately 2 months prior to our courses commencing. Enrol online here during our enrolment season.
We also offer two modes of study:
A Master of Counselling course was introduced in 2018.