Above & Beyond Counseling Academy
- Worldwide programs online or shipped.
- Earn a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree and be licensed with the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA) to do the Lord’s work in this important ministry.
- License-Only program also available for those who do not wish to pursue a degree.
- Affordable, self-paced home study programs to fit every educational background!
- Personal Clinical Supervisor to assist you on the journey.
Our Programs
We offer Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate tracks (see below) and an option to secure a counseling license only.
NCCA licensing is included in each degree program and the student has seminary choices.
The NCCA field of study for each degree or license field of study comprises two phases, with six mandatory Basic Courses. There are choices from Advanced Courses to meet the Phase III program requirements.
In addition, the Master’s and Doctorate degree programs have a thesis requirement which involves the preparation of counselor reports prepared under the guidance of the student’s Clinical Supervisor.
These reports are prepared from interviews conducted with individuals based upon a review of their Arno Profile System report. This methodology is a cornerstone of the NCCA program and is introduced in the Phase I course called “Creation Therapy”.
Tuition is payable in modules or on a per-course basis which is the “Easy Go” option.
Explore Christian Counseling Program Tracks
License - Only
Have a High School Diploma / GED as a minimum? If so, you can gain a license with the National Christian Counselors Association
Bachelor's
All you need is a high school diploma or a GED equivalent to begin the Christian Counseling Bachelor's degree program.
Master's
Do you hold an accredited Bachelor’s degree in any discipline? If so, a Master's in Christian Counseling is a great option.
Doctorate
You can earn a Doctorate in Christian Counseling if you hold an accredited Master’s or Doctorate degree in any discipline.
Hear From Our Graduates
Dr. Donald Ibbitson was very welcoming when I was going through my search. Plus, I felt that Above & Beyond Counseling Academy had everything I need to become a Counselor.
I believe the faculty at Above and Beyond Counseling are true to their name. They were professional and go to great lengths to assist you with reaching your goals.
Above and Beyond provides the opportunity to earn a degree through their online program which is convenient for those who are in full time ministry and are unable to do resident education.
I absolutely enjoyed the content of information that was provided to me that allowed me to become a more informed and confident Therapist. I also enjoyed and appreciated the timely response and the great feedback of the instructors.
What the NCCA Says About Us
Michael Dan
Vice President
“Above & Beyond Counseling Academy has operated as an N.C.C.A. Certified Academic Institution for over fifteen years, providing excellence in education, training and ministry. Hundreds of their students have become long-standing members of our organization, providing Christian counseling and healing to a hurting world.
Under the experienced supervision of Dr. Don Ibbitson, ministry candidates will find an opportunity to learn more about Christian counseling, temperament and deepen their walk with the Lord. Above & Beyond Counseling offers an opportunity for Christian training and growth that is ‘above and beyond’.”
