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Successful Open Days At Various Locations Around Australia
Recently aifc conducted our annual 'Open Days' for enquirers to learn as much as possible about our Christian counselling courses commencing in 2018. Some Open Days were held at our study centres or at Koorong stores at various locations around Australia. Open days...
Unplugging to Recharge our Batteries in Quiet Stillness
Recently I came across an article on Psychology Today describing how our technologically advanced young people are experiencing ‘Nomophobia,’ a word to describe the fear they are experiencing of going without their mobile phones. Our kids today don't know what life is...
Student Testimonial – Pastor Geoff McCutcheon
A most blessed year and completion of the Diploma in Christian Counselling. Highlighted by personal growth in Christ and a much greater understanding of interpersonal relationships. Very supportive Tutorial staff and I encourage others to seriously consider enrolling...
7 Ways To Free Yourself From Addiction
Addictions are tough to beat, but regardless of our feelings, they can be conquered. If you’ve ever tried changing one single habit like smoking, drinking, overeating or generally bad behaviours, to name a few, you’ll know that it’s not easy. One major key to...
2018 Study Pathways – 3 Entry Points Into Study With aifc
Upskill, retrain & Get Qualified. Our accredited training offers ideal pathway for students to explore and experience advanced, cognitive communication and leadership growth. Our training provides the qualifications to equip students to effectively integrate...
Student Testimonial – Graduate Ross LeCras
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMany aifc students have great things to say about our courses.
aifc Student Petrina Padmos Wins VET Student Of The Year 2017
aifc congratulates our Graduate Diploma Student Petrina (Trina) Padmos on winning The ACA’s VET Student of The Year Award 2017. The selection process began with The ACA seeking out a nomination from each of the 4 regions for their best Graduate Diploma student (they...
How To Talk to Your Child About Your Mental Illness
Parents who have a mental illness often wonder if they should talk to their children about it or if they should avoid the subject all together. Some of us are even terrified about discussing it with our kids. However, one important point to consider is that when we...
3 Day Challenge – What Habit Keeps You From Spending Time With God?
Reading Time: 3 minutesaifc staff members took part in a 3 Day Challenge. We had to fast for three days those things which took our time away from God and record our experiences. Here is a summary of the results.
Photography Keeps Me Focused Outside Of Myself
Reading Time: 2 minutesA hobby such as photography, as Melinda Vanry has found, has helpd to keep the focus outside of herself with huge benefits to her mental health.
I Didn’t See Myself Studying A Christian Counselling Course
When two of my sisters were studying aifc counselling courses they would encourage me to enrol in a course. While I was happy for them to be growing, and understood their passion, I told myself, “It’s not for me. What could I possibly get out of it?” I was focused...
A Fathers Day Message From Nicholas Marks CEO
Dear staff, students and friends of aifc, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and yours a special Fathers Day. Whatever this day means or looks like for you whether its with (or the memory of) your earthly Dad or the men who have had a significant...