Certification Track

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Certified Integrated Biblical Counselor

Biblically Based. Clinically Integrated. Whole-Person Oriented

We envision a future where Christians champion the work of counseling—both in and outside the church—with integrity, strength, and the power to guide people toward whole-person healing.

As secular mental healthcare becomes increasingly filled with conflicting and false ideologies, the Body of Christ is uniquely positioned to fill a critical gap. While traditional biblical counseling is a valuable and valiant effort, the reality is that complex mental health needs persist.

This presents a prime opportunity for Christians to meet people where they are, providing what they need most: mental and spiritual healthcare plus more, all biblically grounded and therapeutically sound.

Our mission is to equip believers called to counsel, empowering them to effectively navigate the complexities of human well-being. We provide training for transformational, compassionate care that is biblically based, clinically integrated, and whole-person oriented.

Your journey begins with our 40-hour R.O.C.K Counseling Training Course. After completion, we will directly oversee your certification through a blend of one-on-one and group training.

If you are ready to become a Certified Integrated Biblical Counselor (CIBC), review the requirements below and register to begin.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Additional Training

The certification process builds upon the foundational training course. It involves reviewing core material, discussing complex scenarios, and completing an additional 5-hour advanced training module. This module is dedicated to navigating some of the most challenging topics in counseling, including:

• Anxiety and Depression
• Addictions
• Crisis Counseling
• Self-Harm
• Suicidal Ideation

Records Review

To ensure quality of care, you will be required to submit 5 counseling notes for review. This process allows us to verify:

• Alignment with our training model and best standards.
• Your practical application of the training and utilization of our model in client sessions.

Meetings Review

To demonstrate your developing skills, you will be required to submit 3 recorded counseling sessions. These recordings will be reviewed to assess:

• Your effectiveness in guiding clients through their various life struggles.
• Your real-time application of the training.
• Your implementation of our counseling model.
• Your adherence to best counseling standards.

Personal and Group Consultations

Effective counseling requires both personal self-awareness and collaborative wisdom. Therefore, we require 5 hours of overseen consultation, held in both individual and group formats. This time is dedicated to two critical functions:

• Case Consultation: Diving into specific cases from your clientele to practically and thoroughly work through scenarios, learn from your peers, and gain guidance on issues as they arise.
• Personal Growth: Providing a space to work through any personal challenges you face in your role as a counselor.

Readings and Essays

Continuous learning is essential for excellence in counseling. As a Certified Integrated Biblical Counselor (CIBC), you must be able to critically filter information, interpret it correctly, and apply it for your clients in a way that is both biblically and practically sound. Therefore, this requirement involves reading and writing about key psychological, philosophical, and biblical resources.

Presentation

The final step of your certification track is a capstone presentation to your cohort. You will present on a specific area you have studied, highlighting insights from your personal and spiritual growth on the topic. This presentation is designed to educate, challenge, and foster growth for both you and your peers.

REGISTRATION

This certification course offers the opportunity to become a fully Certified Integrated Biblical Counselor (CIBC). Certification may only be attained after first completing our foundational training.

Course Details

• Where: Online via Zoom.
• Duration: 40 hours of coursework spanning a minimum of 4 months.
• Registration Fee: $750.

A Note on Attendance & Finances: To receive your official certificate, you must complete all requirements satisfactorily. Please don’t let finances be an obstacle to embracing your calling. Apply for financial aid as needed!

Host an In-Person Training

Are you interested in training and certifying your church staff? We offer in-person training seminars hosted at your location. Please contact us for further details.