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Advanced Certificate in Theology for Biblical Counselling

Theology for Counselling

with Helen Thorne-Allenson

Theology for Counselling course aims to equip you with a biblical understanding of who God is and how he relates to his people, so that when – in conversation – you hold out words of life, you can do so faithfully, clearly and with confidence in Scripture. 

Next course:

TFC Summer 2027

Registration window for TFC opens in February 2027

Registration for TSP is currently closed

Registration for TFC Summer 2027, will open in February 2027.

What to expect

COURSE WORK

This course aims to equip you with a biblical understanding of who God is and how he relates to his people, so that when – in conversation – you hold out words of life, you can do so faithfully, clearly and with confidence in Scripture. The course will provide you with an overview of Kingdom theology, an introduction to the major doctrines of the Christian faith, a chance to reflect on the person and work of Christ – and an opportunity to apply that theological richness to your own life and to your ministry conversations.  

COURSE OBJECTIVES

  • Develop a robust understanding of biblical theology that will support faithful opening of Scripture in conversation 
  • Promote reflection on key doctrines in ways that will promote clear understanding of who God is and how he relates to his people, especially in times of suffering 
  • Enable students to reflect on the person and work of Christ, and understand the richness of his sacrifice 
  • Engage in personal and ministry reflection in ways that connect the riches of Scripture, and the specifics of doctrine, to the realities of life 

Key facts

Dates of the next course:

TFC Summer 2027. Term starts on 12 April 2027.

Registration window for TFC will open in February 2027.

Course cost:

TFC course fees: £525

Fees, payments, refunds and bursary information

Course length:

10 weeks of self study with supervision from an experienced tutor.

Workload: 

10-12 hours study per week

Advanced Certificate in Theology for Biblical Counselling

The courses in the Advanced Certificate in Theology for Biblical Counselling will deepen students’ theological understanding of people and their problems. Courses will include CCEF’s Applied Theology of the Person, and Theology and Secular Psychology and a new BCUK course, Theology for Counselling. 

Certificate Programme
Registration for TFC is currently closed

Registration for TFC Summer 2027, will open in February 2027.

Meet your teacher

Helen Thorne-Allenson is the Director of Training and Resources at Biblical Counselling UK. She is an experienced speaker, and author whose recent books include 5 Things to pray for a Suffering Friend, Hope in an Anxious World, Walking with Domestic Abuse Sufferers, Purity is Possible, Real Change and Real Change for Students, Mental Health and Your Church, and A Church that Cares. She has completed CCEF’s certificate courses and holds an MA in Applied Theology and an MTh in Reformed Theology. 
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