Click here to Download 1. Course Details 2. Diploma Application form 3. Individual Modules Application form   CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA COURSE IN FAMILY EDUCATION AND COUNSELING An Initiative of Urban India Ministries An exclusive program to equip churches in Family Ministries How does the Family Education and Counseling Program work ? The UIM Family Research and Training Institute is offering a 10-month part-time non-residential course leading to a Certificate/Diploma in Family Education and Counselling. This self-funded program is designed for students interested in pursuing a vocation in Family Ministries. This innovative program is built on an experiential approach with a strong focus on clinical practice and supervision. It also integrates professional training with Biblical and theological understanding of family issues. What topics are covered? Core Subjects Personal Growth Studies Marriage Studies Family Life Studies Mission to Urban Families Studies of Deviant Behavior Practicum Practice of Teaching and Counseling Skills Training Supervision Electives For Men Only For Women Only Working with Emotions Stress Management Working with Children Working with Addicts Working with Chronically ill and their Caregivers What are the learning outcomes ? By the end of the course students should be able to demonstrate that they have: Explored the Biblical perspective of fundamental issues of family relationshipsB Consolidated and developed skills in Family Education and Counseling Gained an understanding of models of conceptualization and intervention Reflected upon the need for Family Education and Counseling Assessment will be made according to class attendance, reading assignments, practicum and graduation interview Completion of 5 core subjects + Practicum (240 hours) will earn you a Certificate in Family Education and Counseling (Cert.FEC) Completion of 5 core subjects + Practicum + 3 electives (312 hours) will earn you a Diploma in Family Education and Counseling (Dip. FEC) Who can apply for the Course? Applicants who are committed to Christ and His mission and would effectively integrate Christian faith and Professional practice may apply for the program. Applicants should be graduates from any discipline and should be well-versed in English.   Course Commences in February, 2010 Course Schedule February-May              - 4 days/month (Core subjects + Counseling Skills Training) June, August, October  - 6 days/month (Electives) July, September          - 1 day/month (Counseling Skills Training) November                  - Graduation Interview December                  - Graduation Ceremony 6-hour supervisoin on a monthly basis from May through October will be scheduled between the supervisor and the student. Detailed schedule will be available by the beginning of January, 2010 Admission by filling in the completed application form and by personal interview with Course Director and Course Coordinator Classes will be held from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM  Limited seats. Apply now to UIM – Family Research and Training Institute, Bangalore Course fee - Rs. 9750 ( It can be paid in 3 installments ) Deadline for Submission of Application form- 15th January, 2010 Application form can be downloaded from the website or contact us at Urban India Ministries 608, 6th Cross, 7th Main, HAL III Stage, Bangalore -75 Phone: 080 25277757 or 41153642 Email: counseling@urbanindia.org, Website: www.urbanindia.org