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Advanced Training for Counseling Ministry

The ATCM is designed for those who want to increase their understanding of various models of biblical counseling. It is a intermediate course with advanced biblically rooted holistic care. The program presents a whole person care approach, seeking to integrate spirit, soul, and body in the processes of restoration and development. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying inappropriate beliefs and feelings that keep an individual from developing a healthy Christian identity. 

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Looking for a YWAM School that will further equip you to come alongside those with specific difficulties blocking spiritual development? The ATCM is a great option. 

The Advanced Training for Counseling Ministry (ATCM) school is third level course, focusing on a deeper understanding of relationships and looking at how to strengthen our true self and eliminating what blocks us from developing a healthy Christian identity. It introduces different counseling models and tools to fight dysfunctional lifestyles and false beliefs. In addition, new goals are set in areas of personal development, skill development, and cognitive development, including evaluation and integration of various counseling models. The program emphasizes understanding sexual identity issues and dysfunctional lifestyles, with the goal of healing at root levels. This school will challenge you in how you see God, yourself and others and equip you with tools and insights of how to develop the full potential of what God has put in each one of us. You will be challenged to develop and practice your personal integrated counseling approach.

 

The ATCM is designed in two 12 week training phases: 

 

Phase one involves lectures, small groups, one on ones and practicing counseling skills. At the end of this phase the students will develop their personal integrated counseling approach. 

 

Phase two is the subsequent 12 week field assignment. It is designed to offer a practical experience where the students will further develop the skills learned in the lecture phase. It will focus on teaching individuals and groups the biblical basis for maturity, and on training others in the use of helping skills. There also may be a focus on counseling in a clinical setting and on developing models for counseling teams whose skills will enable them to be involved among unreached people groups of the world. Target groups for this field assignment includes families with relationship breakdowns, people with personal identity issues, victims of sexual brokenness, and people struggling with stress and burnout.

 

*The field assignment required for all students working toward a degree in the College of Whole Person Care & Development.

 
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Outreach Phase/Field Internship

Right after lecture is completed, you'll have the opportunity to use the new skills you've learned (CNH 315). This can be either a team outreach or an internship under supervision. Outreach will need to include most of the following: team teaching in churches, local ministries or rehabilitation programs. In this phase, emphasis is placed on teaching individuals and groups the biblical basis for maturity, and on training others in the use of helping skills. There also may be a focus on counseling in a clinical setting and on developing models for counseling teams whose skills will enable them to be involved among unreached people groups of the world.  

 

*The outreach is typically $2500 plus airfare.

Program Details

Dates

Arrival: September 21st, 2025

Tentative Outreach dates: December 14th, 2025 - March 8th, 2026

Length

Lecture phase is 12 weeks, followed by 12 weeks of outreach. 

Cost

The cost of lecture phase is $3495. which includes all lodging, meals, and school materials. Outreach will be an additional cost.

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Prerequisite

Discipleship Training School and outreach; Foundations for Counseling Ministry and Outreach (CNH 211 & 212)

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Payment Plan

$500 *refundable deposit due at least 1 month before the school start date. Week 5 at least 50% paid off. Week 10 100% of school paid off.
 
*See Refund Policy below

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Lodging

You will be staying in dorm style housing on our lovely rural campus of 35 acres. We’re only 15 minutes from downtown Salem and 1 hour from Portland, the coast, and the Cascade mountain range.

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"The ATCM was a transformative experience that shaped both my personal healing and my approach to ministry. It helped me reflect on counseling tools and approaches, allowing me to tailor them to my calling and integrate what worked in my own journey. The teaching on the Plumbline Plus deepened my understanding of God’s design for emotional and spiritual wholeness, and also leading me into His rest. This training equipped me to serve others with more confidence, and acquire more revelation in God’s redeeming love."

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Gabriel Alvim

 

 

"The ATCM for me was a school that gave me practical tools to become a more effective counselor, but even more important, it is a school that brings much revelation and a greater depth into inner healing. This school opened a door to a huge ministry opportunity in my life."

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Angelica Hernandez

"For me, the ATCM, was a school that equipped me with counseling tools that I could use in ministry for others as well as for myself. It also was a place where I could develop and integrate the counseling tools into a personal approach that works well with my gifting and vision!"

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Course Elements

What kinds of activities will your week be filled with? Each of these elements work together to enable you to achieve the course objectives. 

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Classroom Learning

You'll have the opportunity to hear lectures from experts who will guide you through various topics. You will increase your understanding of counseling and it's biblical foundation, learn and enhance counseling skills and invest in your personal development.

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Worship and Prayer

YWAM is dedicated to worship Jesus and engage in intercessory prayer as integral aspects of daily life. You'll participate in worship and intercession with the entire campus. You'll also have a weekly time of worship and intercession as a class.

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Small Groups 

Each week you will be involved in a small group, where you will process content as well as your personal journey, giving and receiving input and feedback. 

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One on One Mentorship

You will have a one on one that will support you in your process. You may ask questions about the academics and share what understanding and revelation you are receiving.

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Community Living

We believe disciples grow best in a community with other disciples. We’re focused on developing a community where you feel welcome and encouraged to pursue God in this season. You'll get to brush shoulders with other missionaries and students during meal times, study times, and free time!

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Academics

The ATCM assignments include a personal journal, character development and goal settings for growth, peer counseling, case studies and scripture meditation. You will inquire new counseling skills and will gain a more in-depth understanding of the 'Divine Plumbline'. You will learn how to create a case study and a treatment plan that targets  dysfunctions with biblical counseling content and skills. You will have the opportunity to create your own counseling model that aligns with your biblical worldview and  personal healing experience. 

How do I sign up for the ATCM?

Continue your journey towards gaining counseling skills by applying to the ATCM. Here's how.

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Apply Online

You can start at this step any time! We'll collect some personal information from you (i.e. where you're from, your birthday, education/work background, etc.) We'll also ask some get to know you questions and hear more from you about your heart behind applying. It only takes 10-15 minutes to apply!

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Connect with a YWAM Leader

Third level applicants must have their most recent YWAM school leader or the YWAM base leader as well as a mentor fill out a confidential character reference on their behalf. You will specify the name and email of this person(s) in your application form and we will automatically send them the form through email! Your part in this step is to let this person know what's up!

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Application Reviewed

Once you have have submitted your online application and we have received your YWAM Leader and Mentor references, your School Leader will review your application within the week. We’ll be in contact with you regarding the status of your application. 

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Prepare to Come

You'll get ready for your YWAM school by following our handy-dandy digital checklist. It will guide you through everything you need for a successful arrival (including fundraising tips!). Check out the page now for a heads up of what's required of you pending acceptance. 

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FAQs

Popular Questions and Answers. If you have another question, feel free to contact the course staff directly.

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