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Professional further training

Family counselor / Family therapist

With the aspects of systems approach, pastoral psychology and spirituality

Description of the training

The aim of the professional further training leading to the qualification of family counselor is to train intellectuals who are competent in identifying, consulting and, if necessary, referring family dysfunctions to appropriate professional care. The training is social science, therefore, no prior theological knowledge or proof of religious commitment is required. At the same time, the training at the College of Theology provides an opportunity to learn about the more important (Christian) spiritual and pastoral psychological aspects of family life in addition to professional knowledge of family counseling, since humans are bio-psycho-socio-spiritual entities. This ensures the acquisition of more complex professional knowledge necessary for the interpretation and treatment of family dysfunctions.

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Qualification level: state-recognized higher education degree

Cost / reimbursement:
HUF 200.000

Training time in semesters:
4 semesters

Available credits: 120

Training type: Correspondence (hybrid training)

What will you learn?

Detailed admission information and training description can be found by clicking here!

During the training, the theoretical, self-knowledge and supervision blocks are integrated, and the work is process-oriented. We emphasize that the trainee can reflect on the theoretical knowledge with his own family biographical experiences.

In the theoretical part:

  • the cultural-historical function and social position of the family,
  • the cycles of family development and specific sticking points,
  • the most significant family and couple therapy concepts,
  • psychopathological knowledge

In the methodological/practical part:

  • the basic methods related to the basic knowledge of family counseling,
  • the possibilities of resolving blockages in the life cycle changes of the family,
  • specific problems of relationship crisis, divorce, mosaic family,
  • the basics of couple counseling methods,
  • consultation of families in special situations, 
  • specific elements of consultation with families living in crisis after crisis in the field of child protection,
  • case description methodology,
  • case processing, supervision.
During the training, consultations can only be conducted with supervision support, so personal participation in these is essential.

They can apply

Those with at least a bachelor's degree in social sciences, humanities, teacher training, religious life, law and administration can participate. Institutions (e.g. social and church homes) that want to increase the professionalism and quality of their work with family members and relatives, it is good if they send two employees, who in the future will be able to perform this task more competently within their scope of work with the pair management.

Additional application conditions

We are looking for committed applicants with a stable personality, who in order to handle family crisis situations competently the acquisition of family counseling skills, as well as empathetic, problem-recognizing and communicative they want to improve their skills. Prior knowledge of psychology, good knowledge of people, and work experience in this field are an advantage.  

We especially recommend it

The family counseling training can be specifically built on the following qualifications:
  • psychological, 
  • psychopedagogical,
  • pedagogical, 
  • theological qualifications.
It is also beneficial
  • pastoral psychology,
  • child and youth protection,
  • in addition to coaching qualifications.
It is important to have a well-thought-out, deep commitment to the two-year self-knowledge process and regular study.

The purpose of the admissions meeting

– group formation, – readiness for teamwork, and – examination of the personal attitudes necessary for the specialization. You will also have the opportunity to decide whether the training meets your expectations.

Frequency of training

Every six months approx. 8 consultation days. In addition to the sessions, the third and fourth semesters are also used for writing the final thesis based on individual consultations.  Attention! The majority of the training takes place on weekdays and can only be completed in person, minimal absences (1 day/semester) are allowed.

A condition for starting training

Min. staff: 8 people Max. number of employees: 24 people Are you interested in the training, but would it be difficult to pay the cost? We offer the option of installment payments or look at the possibility of a training support scholarship!

Students and graduates can join the Family Counselor Association:

https://www.csaladkonzulens.hu/

Those who successfully complete the training can further develop their skills with the help of family consultant training courses:

https://www.csaladkonzulens.hu/ourselves/

Admission requirements

Those who have at least a bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study can apply for the training:
  • social science,
  • humanities,
  • teacher training,
  • religious,
  • legal and administrative. 

Detailed admission information and training description can be found by clicking here!

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Dr. Mónika Krasznay

College professor

Head of Department - Department of Pastoral Psychology, Theology MA Christian Family Counselor specialization, Head of further training in Family Counselor/Family Therapist

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Gábor Hézser

Dr. Gábor Hézser

Professor Emeritus

Dr. Beáta Kőrösi

Lecturer

Dr. Mónika Krasznay

College professor

Head of Department - Department of Pastoral Psychology, Theology MA Christian Family Counselor specialization, Head of further training in Family Counselor/Family Therapist

Dr. Nagy Krisztina

College teacher

Head of Department - Social Work BA, Head of Department - Department of Social Work and Child Protection

Dr. Mária Riesz

College professor

Farkas Júlia

Adjunct professor

Adjunct professor

Eszter Nyulászi

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Gabriella Szabo

Teaching assistant

Head of Child and Youth Protection Training

Tibor Szabo

Lecturer

Family-friendly (hybrid) correspondence course

You can also complete 75% of the lessons remotely on a correspondence course. You can connect remotely via phone, tablet or computer. It's like sitting in class: you can comment and ask questions, the instructors and students are listening to you
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Social work undergraduate program Until February 15, 2026.

For all our other training Until May 31, 2026.

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Mentor coach and coach supervisor

  • Hybrid training available

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  • Hybrid training available

Do you also think that helping families and children is a key area? Would you like to take part in this work and help those in difficult situations? Sign up for our training and do your part to ensure that families and children function healthily and develop - both physically and mentally.

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