Course description:This course will provide an overview of different aspects of Child development from theories and important contexts that shape children’s development. The course will provide also knowledge about effective parenting and instructional practices.Course objective: Developing understanding of children’s development during infancy until 12 years of age Gaining knowledge of effective parenting, behaviors and attitude […]
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Instructor: Mrs. Naglaa Moussa, M.A., NCC, LPC Christian and secular experts agree that marriages are failing at a 50% or higher rate in the United States of America. This course provides the servant with the requisite skills and knowledge to assist couples through crises and to develop healthy, vibrant marriages. Required Resource Purchases The […]
Instructor Adly Youssef B.Sc. Pharm, Cairo University Certified Professional Life Coach, Professional Christian Coaching Institute Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, Positive Discipline Association Course Description Connection is a cornerstone in Parenting. When implemented peacefully and positively, not only does it result in joy, confidence, and a high sense of belonging among family members, but also […]
Instructor: Karen Naguib, MSEd, LPC Course Description: This course is designed to familiarize students with the concepts of purity in marriage as well as how to prevent infidelity. Students will learn about the impact of technology on marriage relationships and ways to protect marriages from infidelity. Various types of infidelity and warning signs of an […]
Amani Henry, MD, LMHC Course Description The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the Family Systems Theory, the historical and conceptual development of Family Systems Theory, General Systems Theory, and the eight concepts of the theory. The course will also cover family rules, roles, structure and interaction patterns, functional and dysfunctional […]
Coun 10: Preparing for Marriage Hani Ashamalla MD Course Description: The course will offer discussion about how to prepare couples for marriage. It will allow the lay counselors to help couples identify their differences, weaknesses and strengths. Course Objectives: Differences between man and woman Basics of Christian marriage How to identify deal breakers during […]
Instructors: Fr. Makary Ibrahim (Former Psychiatrist) E-mail: agapemercy@gmail.com Phone: 210-730-3782 Course Description: This course will explore the new research on addictive behaviors and the most effective way to overcome, craving, escape from boredom, the pursuit of pleasure, the avoidance of pain, and the relief from chaos is some of the topics that will be covered […]
Instructor: Fr. Makary Ibrahim (Former Psychiatrist) E-mail: agapemercy@gmail.com, Phone: 210-730-3782 Course Description: This course will provide a deeper understanding of the dependencies of the heart, romance, relationships, and sexual intimacy. Course Objectives: The student will learn about: Roots of addictive love Characteristics of addictive love Romance & sex addiction The truth about lust Strategies for […]
Instructors: Mrs. Margo Rizk, M.A., Diploma, Christian Counselor E-mail: rizkmargo@gmail.com, Phone: 412-793-1868 Fr. Makary Ibrahim,M.D. Course Description: This course will provide a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding addictions, in order to develop strategies for coping and empowerment. Course Objectives: At the conclusion of the course, students will: Examine in depth the addictive cycle Addiction […]
On Site Instructor & Contact Information: INSTRUCTOR: YOUSRY ARMANIOS, M.D., M.A. E-MAIL ADDRESS: YARMANIOS@HOTMAIL.COM PHONE NUMBER: 614-327-8289 Course Prerequisites: Students who wish to join this course can only be qualified after successful completion of Courses 601 & 602. Course Objectives: Counseling 603 should help Students comprehend the Basics and Options of Treatment of Substance […]
On Site Instructor & Contact Information: NAME: YOUSRY ARMANIOS, M.D., M.A. E-MAIL ADDRESS: YARMANIOS@HOTMAIL.COM PHONE NUMBER: 614-327-8289 Course Prerequisites: Students who wish to join this course can only be qualified after successful completion of all basic courses of the Family Ministry Program. Course Objectives: Counseling 602 should continue introducing Students to understand the basic Epidemiological, […]
On Site Instructor & Contact Information: NAME: YOUSRY ARMANIOS, M.D., M.A. E-MAIL ADDRESS: YARMANIOS@HOTMAIL.COM PHONE NUMBER: 614-327-8289 Course Prerequisites: Students who wish to join this course can only be qualified after successful completion of all basic courses of the Family Ministry Program. Course Objectives: Counseling 601 should introduce Students to understand the basic Epidemiological, […]
Course Description: This course will allow students to learn and practice counseling techniques, which would make of them better helpers. Course Objective: Upon completion of this course, students will be more comfortable with counseling others in both, a personal and a social capacity. Students will learn and practice the purpose of using empathy, silence, questioning, […]
Instructor: Christine E. Agaibi, MA (ABD – PhD Candidate Counseling Psychology) Email: cagaibi1@yahoo.com Phone: 216.338.7277 (Cell) Course Description: Course is designed to familiarize students (lay Christian helpers) with the fundamentals of Positive Psychology and the positive aspects of the human experience. Students will learn about the history of positive psychology and interventions and application to […]
Counselor:MARY MICHAIL, MA. LPC. NCC. Home Phone 248.629.5152, Cell Phone 248.762.6748, Email: marymichail@hotmail.com Course Description: This advanced course will allow students to apply counseling skills they have previously learned. The purpose of this course is intended to help students by allowing them regular practice and supervision of their counseling abilities. By doing so, students will […]
Instructor: Christine E. Agaibi, M.A. (ABD) (Ph.D. Candidate in Counseling Psychology) Email: cagaibi1@yahoo.com Required Text: 1) Handbook for Christ-Centered Substance Abuse and Addiction Counselors – By Michael Belzman, PhD – Xulon Press – 2010 – ISBN-9781609578091 2) Combining Medication and Psychosocial Treatments for Addictions – The Brenda Approach – By Joseph Volpiccelli, Helen Pettinati, A. […]
Instructor Sofie Azmy, Psy.D., HSPP, HSPP, MBA Course Prerequisites Students who wish to join this course can only be qualified after successful completion of Practicum I & II classes. Course Objectives Practicum III is the advanced continuation of Practicum I and Practicum II courses. The purpose of the practicum course is to facilitate each student’s […]
Instructor: Sallie Boulos-Sophy, Ph.D., HSPP COURSE DESCRIPTION Practicum II is designed to develop students’ counseling skills beyond the level required in Practicum I. The primary emphasis is on performing counseling and related activities as a lay helper. Students will learn and practice a variety of counseling strategies in this course and will be asked to […]
Instructor: Mary Michail, MA, LPC, NCC Required Text: Lauren Littauer Briggs The Art of Helping: What to say and do when someone is hurting. (ISBN-10: 061547568X, ISBN-13: 978-0615475684) Course Prerequisites Students who wish to join this course can only be qualified after successful completion of Introduction to Practicum class. Course Description This course focuses […]
Instructors: Fr. Makary Ibrahim, MD E-mail: agapemercy@gmail.com Phone: 210-730-3782 Course Objectives: The student will gain a general understanding of: Healthy relationships The helping relationship The importance of values in helping Basic communication skills Attending, listening and understanding Basic empathy The art of probing and summarizing Helping clients tell their stories Emergencies: Suicide & Homicide: how […]
Instructor: Sarwat Gad, MD Course Description: The course will offer discussions on the development of self esteem with particular emphasis on cognition and belief systems. The relationship between thoughts, feelings and behavior will be addressed. Various communication skills and behavior strategies will be introduced to assist in enhancing self esteem and coping skills. Course Objectives: […]
Instructor: Fr. Makary Ibrahim, M.D E-mail: agapemercy@gmail.com, Phone: 210-730-3782 Course Description: This course educates what constitutes sound, ethical conduct to do the right thing with good intentions in counseling. It covers the moral principles of the helping lay counselors. It addresses the knowledge of ethical, legal and professional standards. It equips the student with the skills […]
Instructor: Sahar Awad, M.D. Course Description: This course is designed to help the enrollees to learn how to handle daily unwelcome surprises and life changing events. Will equip the person with step by step actions to use in the face of the serious life challenges. When people are faced with various live events, it causes one […]
Instructor: Mona Hanna, MD Course Description: Our aging population is growing rapidly so that by the year 2025 it is estimated that the number of persons age 65 or over in the US will increase by more than 100%. Also chronic health problems are common in older adults and many normal changes of aging are […]
Instructor: Maggie Bishay, PsyD National Domestic Violence hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Course Description: Gain a better understanding of the patterns of behavior of survivor and abusers Learn to communicate with a survivor Grow in verbiage Understand the types of abuse Recognize the warning signs Provide resources and strategies to seek and receiving help Educate to break the […]
Instructor: Mervet Nashed Messiha, MD. Board Certified Masters Christian Life Coaching Board Certified Advanced Diploma Christian Family and Marriage Counseling Board Certified Mental Health Coach Ophthalmologist Course Objectives: Equipping lay counselors as the first defense line confronting family members in trouble to well address and handle their troubles with safety and wisdom. Learning about when […]
Instructor: Hani Ashamalla, MD Course Description: Course Objectives: Required Text: On-Site Lesson Schedule: Readings Prior to Arrival: The Instructor will give an overview of the course and will emphasize the important points. Grading Scale: Test Schedule Percentage of Course Grade A= 90-100 B = 80-89 Below 80 will get certificate of attendance Course Requirements: […]
Instructor: Fr Boutros Samy Email: Course Description: 1- Introduction and definition of Homosexuality (Same Sex Attraction) 2- Causes of Same Sex Attraction 3- Healing Process & the Importance of Confession 4- How to be protective in our churches and families Course Objective: Required Text: 1- Reparative Therapy of Male Homosexuality: A New Clinical Approach by […]
Instructor: Mrs. Marguerite Rizk, M.A., Margo Rizk, M.A., Diploma, B.S., AACC. Individual; Marriage and Family Therapy E-mail: rizkmargo@gmail.com Phone: 412-793-1868 Course Description: An analysis of the anatomical, psychological, cultural, and religious aspects of a wide range of topics in the area of human sexuality. Emphasis is on the development of an understanding and appreciation of the role of […]
nstructors: Adel H Andraws, MA, LMHCA Course Description:This course provides an overview of the problem of addiction and how servants in the church can support individuals who suffer from this problem as well as their families. Required Text: Fisher, G.L. & Harrison, T.C. (2009) Substance Abuse: Information for School Counselors, Social Workers, Therapists, and Counselors […]
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