Professional Certificate Programme in
Marriage
and Family Counselling
About the Programme
The Professional Certificate Programme in Marriage and Family Counselling is a structured, university-approved training designed to equip Religious Leaders with practical counselling competencies.
The programme combines foundational psychological principles, conflict-resolution frameworks, and faith-sensitive counselling approaches to strengthen marital and family systems.
Delivered in collaboration with the University of Port Harcourt through its College of Continuing Education, this certification provides participants with formal recognition and professional development in marriage and family counselling.
Participants who successfully complete the training requirements will be awarded a Professional Certificate.
Who Is This Programme For?
This programme is designed for religious leaders who provide marital guidance and family support within their communities. It is ideal for those seeking structured counselling skills, professional credibility, and practical intervention tools to address complex relationship challenges with greater competence, confidence, and measurable impact.
Tailored for:
- Pastors and Ministers
- Imams and Faith-Based Leaders
- Church Leaders
- Marriage Committee Members
- Leaders overseeing family ministries
- Religious leaders seeking structured counselling training
Programme Start Date
May 25 - 27, 2026
Applications are currently open. Early application is advised due to limited participant slots.
Duration
3 Days (Intensive Format)
The programme is delivered in a focused format designed to provide practical learning, case-based discussions, and applied counselling frameworks within a structured three-week period.
Mode of Delivery
In-Person
Participants will engage in face-to-face sessions, interactive workshops, guided discussions, and supervised practical learning experiences.
Online
Participants may choose their mode of attendance: either fully in-person or fully online, based on their convenience.
Programme Fee
In-Person: ₦120,000.00
Early Bird Fee: ₦60,000.00 (50% Discount), Deadline: May 11, 2026
Online: ₦100,000.00
Programme fees depend on your chosen mode of attendance. In-person participants are eligible for an early bird discount if registered before the deadline, while online participants pay the standard fee. Fees cover admission proceedings, tuition, training materials, and the professional certificate upon successful completion.
Institutional / Group Sponsorship
Churches, Ministries, Religious Groups, NGOs, and Organisations sponsoring 10 or more participants enjoy a discounted rate of ₦50,000 per participant.
Location
UNIPORT College of Continuing Education Complex
Ikwerre Road, Mile 3 Diobu
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Training sessions will be held within the University’s approved learning facilities under the coordination of the College of Continuing Education.
For Inquiries
Call or WhatsApp
+2349122592285
Email
info@cedarsupport.org
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