Eternal Light

Christian Counseling Academy

There may be no greater fulfillment
than seeing His Spirit working through your hands.

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Eternal Light Christian Counseling Academy was born out of a deep understanding that we are both spirit and flesh, and to truly heal, we must nurture both. When we only address one side, we miss the fullness of what God intended for us. This Academy was established to weave the profound depth of Temperament Therapy into mental health ministries to create a life-changing path to healing and restoration.
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From Passion to Purpose...

Our churches are blessed with passionate, Spirit-filled individuals who have a heart to serve and heal. They pour out love and hope, guiding others towards the light in ways that are nothing short of divine. But to truly pierce through the darkness that many carry, to reach the heart of the matter with clarity, we need more than just good intentions. We need sharpened tools, deeper knowledge, and a commitment to excellence that pushes us to grow.
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Learn from home

Courses are delivered online,
so you can progress at your pace

Interactive learning

We provide you with access to virtual coaches during and after your course work to continue elevating your expertise.

By Your Spirit, God

All our programs welcome His Holy Spirit into your process.

That's why we're here.

At Eternal Light, we’re raising the bar, ensuring that every Christian counselor who feels the call is equipped
spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually
to make a lasting impact in the ministries they serve. And it is our prayer that our graduates go on to serve their congregations with this excellence, expanding this ministry to touch lives in profound and powerful ways.

Habakkuk 2:2-3

Vision

We envision a future where every hurting heart finds peace and every broken spirit is restored, guided by counselors who seamlessly blend spiritual wisdom with psychological expertise. We drive towards a world where our churches are filled with healers, deeply equipped to reach into the soul’s depths, offering transformative hope and clarity. Eternal Light Christian Counseling Academy will lead this charge, building a network of Christian counselors who stand as beacons of healing in every community they serve.

Our Mission

Our mission at Eternal Light Christian Counseling Academy is to unite the power of faith with the expertise of evidence-based therapy, equipping Christian counselors to deliver compassionate, accessible care to the ministerial communities they serve. By partnering with churches, we aim to empower our students to provide transformative mental health services, enriching educational workshops, and nurturing group support in service to our Lord Jesus the Christ. Through their work, we envision healing, reconciliation, and profound spiritual growth for individuals and families alike.

Required Notice for Compliance

Eternal Light Christian Counseling Academy (ELCCA) has received official recognition from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) as a religious institution offering degrees exclusively in Christian Counseling and Biblical Studies. This status is granted under Texas Administrative Code §7.9, which exempts institutions offering religious education from state oversight based on the decision in H.E.B. Ministries v. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

What this means...

This means that ELCCA's programs, which focus solely on religious education and training for ministry, do not fall under the same regulatory requirements as secular educational institutions. As a result, ELCCA is not subject to the same state regulations imposed on non-religious degree-granting institutions. All degrees and programs offered by ELCCA are designed to equip Christian counselors for ministry roles within church settings and are religious in nature.

Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code

In accordance with Section 132.001(1)(B), the following notice is provided to inform prospective students and the public about ELCCA's regulatory status:

  1. Not Regulated in Texas
    Eternal Light Christian Counseling Academy is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. This means that ELCCA operates as a religious institution and is exempt from oversight by state agencies that regulate non-religious educational programs.

  2. Regulatory Agencies
    ELCCA is authorized and regulated by the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA), a recognized religious accrediting body. NCCA oversees the development and approval of all Christian Counseling programs offered by ELCCA.

    • National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA)
      Website: www.ncca.org
      Phone: (800) 280-9980

  3. How to File Complaints or Contact Regulatory Agencies
    Students or members of the public who wish to file a complaint or seek further information regarding ELCCA’s programs can contact the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA) directly:

    • Complaint Contact Information:
      Phone: (941) 388-6868
      Email: info@ncca.org
      Address: NCCA, PO Box 3372, Sarasota, FL 34230

Conclusion

As a religious institution, ELCCA offers Spirit-led, evidence-based Christian counseling degrees that adhere to biblical principles. Our no oversight status from THECB ensures that our focus remains on Christian ministry and spiritual leadership.

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