The Bible has been the absolute authority in the formulation of our Counselling Model. This model provides the basis for believers to counsel people effectively. Professional persons will be able to approach their work from a Biblical perspective.

Students grow in their understanding of:
- Why people do what they do.
- How does change happen.
- How and where Biblical counsellors can assist counselees.
- Applying the Bible Based model in counselling persons with forms of suffering.

-Applying the Bible Based model in counselling persons with forms of:
- Marriage
- Addiction
- Depression
- Stress

Studying and applying principles of Scripture usage; cooperation with and referral to other helping professionals; counselling ethics (e.g. confidentiality; transparency); a legal framework for counsellors. Only for students who’ve completed Course 1.

Equipping students in telephonic communication; written/email counselling; report writing; documenting counselling sessions.

How to read the Bible and share in practical counseling for life and heart application, start by understanding the context and message of the scriptures, then relate its teachings to real-life situations and emotional needs, providing guidance and support on bible based principles.

Only for students who have completed Courses 1.

Students will understand and apply a Bible Based Mentoring Model, developing a personal purpose and strategy based on a God-given personal “Unique Design”. Applying and aligning the above principles to organisational/ entrepreneurial strategy.

The ABBO mentors have many years’ experience in corporate and entrepreneurial businesses, guiding you to use God’s resources in blessing others.

Only for students who have completed Courses 1-3.

This course focuses on knowledge and skills in the theory and practice of Bible Bases trauma counselling.

Students will be equipped to understand childhood, sexual, acute and chronic trauma from a Biblical perspective.

Only for students who have completed Courses 1.

On completion of this course students should have insight and skills regarding a Bible Based Counselling method with children and their parents/guardians. All phases of childhood (from pre-birth to adolescence) are covered.

These courses are typical one-day courses and will be announced on the website. They will be available online through video streaming from 2021 - or physical attending at an announced location. You can request a short course in your area.

Examples of short courses:
- Marriage
- How to live joyfully in all circumstances
- Suffering
- Listening and communicating on a deeper level
  anger and mercy