Word of Life Institute
Training Christian Counselors to Help a Hurting World Through Christ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of WOLI and LOGOS? WOLI was founded to train Christian Counselors in clinically sound Biblically based counseling techniques to meet the growing demand for competent, Bible-based therapists. Counselors are prepared specifically to work within the church setting or as part of an explicitly Christian counseling center. Word of Life Institute is affiliated with LOGOS Educators Network and degrees are granted through LOGOS Christian College and Graduate School located in Jacksonville, Florida. LOGOS is licensed as a Christian College in the State of Florida.

What certificates and degrees are offered at Word of Life Institute? We offer five different counseling certificates through The American Association of Christian Counselors and Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in Christian Counseling through LOGOS.

What types of courses are offered at Word Life Institute? WOLI uses a combination of classroom instruction, practical application, and self-paced, self-study video courses. These methods provide the flexibility to meet the individual needs of our students.

What is the schedule of courses offered? WOLI uses the trimester system in order to allow students to complete their degrees in minimum time. Most classes meet on Saturday. Supervision and support group practicum are also offered on Wednesday nights.

What do classes for credit cost and how do I register for classes? Undergraduate tuition is $75 per credit hour and graduate tuition is $105 per credit hour. Fees and books are paid for prior to class each trimester. Payment plans during a trimester are also available. Registration is Saturday morning prior to the first class. To sign up for individual courses call the Word of Life Institute office and ask to be added to the class list.

How do I apply for admission to LOGOS for a degree? To apply for admission to LOGOS, call the office at 838-9200 option 2 and ask for an LOGOS admission form. Fill it out and return it with a required fee of $60. Credit for prior classes and life experience is available.

Can courses be taken individually? Yes. You do not have to be working toward a degree or apply to LOGOS in order to take courses. An audit fee of $50 per course + cost of books and/or video tapes will be charged.

2007-2008 School Year Saturday Class Schedule*

Registration September 8, 2007 at 8:00AM

Fall Trimester (Sept 8-Nov 17)
9:00-10:30 AACC Caring for people God's Way*
10:30-Noon AACC Extraordinary Women*
Lunch
1:00-2:30 CNS530 Faith Therapy
2:30-4:00 CNS631 Effective Counseling Skills
4:00-5:00 RES696, 697 Practicum Supervision
5:00-6:30 RES696 Support Groups

Winter Trimester (Dec 1-15, Jan 5-Feb 23)
9:00-10:30 AACC Caring for People (Continued)*
10:30-Noon AACC Extraordinary Women (Cont.)*
Lunch
1:00-2:30 CNS632 Transformation!
2:30-4:00 PSY701 Psychopathology 
4:00-5:00 RES697 Practicum Supervison
5:00-6:30 RES696 Support Groups

Spring Trimester (Mar 8-Mar 15, Mar 29-May 24)
9:00-10:30 AACC Caring for People (Continued)*
10:30-Noon AACC Extraordinary Women (Cont.)*
Lunch
1:00-2:30 CNS731 Marriage & Family Counsel
2:30-4:00 CNS531 Principles for Life
4:00-5:00 RES696,697 Practicum Supervison
5:00-6:30 RES696 Support Groups

*Material fees are required two weeks before class in order for materials to arrive for the first class.

CNS731 Marriage & Family Therapy
Gives an overview of marital, family, parenting and systems counseling methods.

PSY701 Psychopathology
Learn to identify and understand the mental disorders listed in the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostics and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. (DSM-IVR)

THE650 Faith Therapy                                                                                     Learn the basic principles of faith and how to apply it to resolve deeply-rooted problems including low self-worth, significance, security and feeling unloved.

RES697 Practicum in Counseling
Provides supervised counseling experience.
RES696 Practicum Group Counseling
Provides actual leadership experience as an assistant support group leader.

For more information about Word of Life Institute and our Faith Therapy Program or to buy Faith Therapy books and DVDs call (316) 838-9200 x114 or select the link www.faiththerapy.org