If you are interested in becoming a biblical counselor, IBCD can assist you in that process. 

The first place to start is to read about the NANC certification process by clicking here. 

A great resource for understanding this process is the How to Become NANC/IBCD Certified audio seminar by Jim Newheiser.

Once you understand what all is involved, then we can show you how IBCD can help.

1. Introduction to Biblical Counseling: 

The first step in pursuing biblical counseling is to cover all of the material in the 30 hour Introduction to Biblical Counseling course.  There are several ways that we offer this through IBCD. 

MP3: The entire Introduction to Biblical Counseling course by Jim Newheiser is available to download for free at our audio resources page.  You can view these by clicking here.  You can also download and print out the syllabus to follow along in the course. 

DVD: The entire Introduction to Biblical Counseling is also available as a DVD set through IBCD.  If you are interested in more information about these DVDs, click here.  

In Person:  This is the best way to learn the material covered in this course.  Each year we offer the Introduction to Biblical Counseling course prior to our Summer Institute at a great rate.  Also, if you have a group of 30 people who are interested in taking the course, you can contact us to possibly set up a seminar in your area.

2. Observation:

If you live near Escondido, California, it is possible for you to complete the NANC 10 hour observation requirement through IBCD.  For more information, click please see the Observation section.

3. Tutorial:

Phase 3 of the certification process can be completed through IBCD if you are local and meet all of the requirements.  For more information on this process, please see the Tutorial section.

4. Resources:

We understand that there are a wide variety of issues that you will deal with as a biblical counselor, and so we have many resources to help keep you informed about how to approach these situations biblically.  If you can't find the particular topic you are concerned about on our site then check out our more comprehensive list at www.soundword.com.