Programs offered through the School of Professional Development and Continuing Education are designed to further equip lay counselors, pastors and mental health professionals who desire additional training in the areas of study that the people with whom they minister struggle the most.

We also offer areas of specialized training in Critical Incident Stress Management and Mediation. Check out the programs on the links to the right.

CISM Trainings (currently available through live trainings and DVD program)

These trainings offer individuals the skills necessary to be able to assist communities and churches in times of crisis. In addition, these trainings lead to the Board Certified Crisis Responder designation through Light University according to your current professional standing.

Mediation Trainings (currently available through live trainings and DVD program)

Mediation is a growing area of professionalism that assists individuals in reaching an agreement in times of stress and conflict. Two programs in Basic Professional Mediation and Family Mediation are offered.

Geneva Series (currently available only through DVD program)

These studies are designed to further the knowledge of those individuals who are practicing professionals or pastoral counselors. Check out the programs of study on the link above.