Course Units
UNIT 2 - Apply advanced knowledge of the Bible: Examine relationships between biblical themes by choosing two of the following topics to investigate, connect and discuss: 📖Angels and Demons 📖 Beating Burnout 📖 Call to Ministry 📖 Feasts of Israel 📖 Healing 📖 Nature of Man 📖 Pastoral Care 📖 Praise and Worship 📖 Song of Solomon 📖 Tabernacle Truths
UNIT 3 - Compare and explain Christian Beliefs: Enhance your understanding and articulation of Christian teachings through comparative study of different denominations. You'll learn to explain the significance of beliefs in shaping faith and broaden your understanding of Christian diversity, fostering respectful engagement and accurate representation of differing Christian views.
UNIT 4 - Research and present a biblical theme: Explore the depths of Biblical literature and learn to tailor Biblical themes to audiences. Choose one of the following topics to research and present: 📖Angels and Demons 📖 Beating Burnout 📖 Call to Ministry 📖 Feasts of Israel 📖 Healing 📖 Nature of Man 📖 Pastoral Care 📖 Praise and Worship 📖 Song of Solomon 📖 Tabernacle Truths
UNIT 5 - Explain & discuss the person & work of the Holy Spirit: Embark on an in-depth exploration of one of Christianity's most profound subjects. Compare different Christian sources, examining contradictions and evaluating their implications to gain a well-rounded understanding of the Holy Spirit's role and significance. Use your knowledge to facilitate rich and meaningful conversations.
UNIT 6 - Prepare and preach a sermon: Enhance your sermon crafting skills by examining sermon structures, selecting relevant credible resources and understanding your audience's diversity and needs. Refine your preaching skills by learning to draft, deliver, rehearse and revise sermons to provide a clear and engaging message with maximum impact.
UNIT 7 - Develop own leadership skills: Enhance your leadership capabilities by identifying the beliefs, ideas, and values crucial for effective leadership within a Christian framework. Learn to reflect and improve your own leadership style, as well as aligning yourself to seamlessly integrate with Church ethos.
UNIT 8 - Plan to initiate a new church: Delve into the dynamic world of church growth and community development. Learn about various Church planting methods, growth factors, and leadership structures that foster successful church plants. Develop your personal church planter profile, identifying your spiritual gifts and growth areas.
UNIT 9 - Apply Christian ethics to contemporary issues: Embark on a thought-provoking journey into Bibclial worldview frameworks and theories, examining their application to real-world dilemmas. Learn to analyse complex issues with precision and present well-substantiated viewpoints for making informed, principled decisions in a complex world.
UNIT 10 - Plan for the provision of pastoral and spiritual care: Discover the essence of compassionate care and responsibilities integral to providing meaningful support. Learn to navigate referrals, gather valuable resources, and establish professional networks to enhance your caregiving skills and make a profound difference in the lives of those in need of extra support.
Flexible online education with accredited Certification.Become an qualified with an Australian Government Accredited 11238NAT - Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology. This immersive program is designed to deepen your understanding of core Christian beliefs and practices. It offers a rich blend of advanced Biblical knowledge, application to Christian living, message preparation and presentation, as well as Church planting.
The course is tailored for both personal growth and Church leadership. It delves into the heart of Christianity, exploring its intricate beliefs and practices so you can gain insights into applying these principles across various contexts. Our course is meticulously crafted to enhance your ability to interpret and articulate Christian teachings, providing you with the tools to effectively communicate these timeless truths in a modern world. Beyond Christian theology, it also offers practical skills for growing Churches, caring for your congregation and examining the application of Christian ethics to complex dilemmas. Whether you're looking to deepen your spiritual understanding, apply Christian principles in your daily life, or prepare for Church planting, this course offers the advanced skills for ministry. Our experienced Trainers and interactive learning environment will support you every step of the way, ensuring a fulfilling and enriching educational experience. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for experienced Pastors or Church Leaders. |
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Subjects
The units of competency in the qualification relate to various subjects and Biblical topics. Some units allow for you to choose a topic of interest and delve further into it.
The subjects in the course include:
Principles of Interpretation
Christology
12 Measures of Faith
Christian Leadership
Call to Ministry
Angels & Demons
Healing
Beating Burnout
Soul Winning
Pastoral Care
Principles of Preaching
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The subjects in the course include:
Principles of Interpretation
Christology
12 Measures of Faith
Christian Leadership
Call to Ministry
Angels & Demons
Healing
Beating Burnout
Soul Winning
Pastoral Care
Principles of Preaching
+ click below to see more
Course Outcomes
We hope that you feel really blessed by doing a Christian Ministry and Theology Course. For some the course will provide an oppotunity to deepen their understanding of the Bible and Christian beliefs. Others may complete the qualification as a means of obtaining formal training in order to be allowed to function in a certain Church, Chaplaincy, or other missions or ministry situation.
Generally speaking, the Diploma course is intended to equip individuals to serve in a range of leadership roles in churches, community organisations, Christian education, health, social services or aged care services or Christian not-for-profit organisations. |
Work in the above roles may require commissioning from a specific religious institution.
Before doing a Christian Ministry and Theology Course, you should check if it is the right thing for you. Maybe all you need is a clear sense that God is calling you to do it. Or maybe you need to talk to your Church leaders and check if it is going to give you the qualification that you need to work in your particular Church or ministry environment.
Whatever your reason for doing it, we will be there to support and help you all the way.
Before doing a Christian Ministry and Theology Course, you should check if it is the right thing for you. Maybe all you need is a clear sense that God is calling you to do it. Or maybe you need to talk to your Church leaders and check if it is going to give you the qualification that you need to work in your particular Church or ministry environment.
Whatever your reason for doing it, we will be there to support and help you all the way.
Entry Requirements
The Diploma of Christian Ministry & Theology is a rigorous course, requiring the completion of theological research essays and practical tasks. To gain entry to the Diploma, you must currently be involved in a paid or voluntary ministry position under the supervision of an experienced Pastoral care person. This can be within a local Church, Christian ministry organisation or other community group. It includes roles such as Church leader, usher, kids or youth leadership team, music team, catering team, community service volunteer, Chaplain, etc. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION SKILLS In order for you to complete this course, you need to have a sound level of ability in written and spoken English. This is includes the communication skills required to:
MEETING ENTRY REQUIREMENTS When you enrol, we will ask that you provide us with a written testimony detailing your current role in Christian Ministry (approx 300 words). When writing your testimony, please tell us about yourself, your current experience and role within a ministry environment. You will be required to upload your testimonial or evidence of previous studies as part of the enrolment process. Please keep in mind that the purpose of this is to show that you have the skills, technological equipment and mentor support required to complete the program or course. It is not a test of your past, your beliefs or you as a person. |
Technology Requirements
In order to successfully complete our programs and courses (either online or classes), you will need to have the following equipment and skills:
If you do not already have access to the above technology then you may find that it may be available through your local library. |
Assessment Methods
The Christian Ministry and Theology Courses follow a competency based assessment approach, which is required of Australian Government accredited Certificate IV level courses. The course is structured by a series of tasks that address the topics of each unit. Your Trainer will be there to give you guidance on how to complete the assessment tasks and also provide you with feedback as you progress through the course. All assessment tasks have to be completed satisfactorily and there are opportunities for reassessment if you are unsuccessful on your first attempt. The types of assessment tasks in the courses include:
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) If you have existing relevant qualifications or years of Christian Ministry and Theology leadership experience, you may be eligible for full or partial Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). In general, RPL will only be available if you are able to supply evidence and documentation to support significant and successful experience. Read more about RPL... |
Course Duration & Study Mode
Students have the flexibility to choose to be enrolled as a full-time or part-time student. It all depends on what works for you, we'll be there to help you every step of the way. Please note that the below hours are just a guide. The exact amount of hours it takes can vary depending on your educational background, familiarity with the Bible, experience with previous study and many other considerations relating to your personal circumstances.
*Average hours varies depending on electives chosen. Calculation includes allowance for 6 weeks holidays per year. These hours are calculated based on the official hours allocated to this Australian Government accredited course.
Students that need more than these maximum time frames must apply for an extension. An extension fee may apply. Changing between full-time and part-time is free. The actual time it takes a student to complete the program or course will depend on such factors as:
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Online Learning
All students who enrol in the course will need to complete their assessment online. Our online learning platform is accessible anytime, anywhere - with our distance education courses, you can access your course from anywhere in the world, at a time that suits you. This flexibility ensures that you can balance your studies with your other responsibilities and commitments. You will be connected with a dedicated Trainer who will support you with feedback and guidance from start to finish. You can email to ask them a question at anytime and organise extra one-on-one support if needed. Assessment tasks are designed to prepare you for a real-world environment. Tasks range from short, multiple choice answer questions right up to larger projects, where you learn to plan and deliver your own sermons. The amount of time that you need to put into completing the assessment for the Certificate IV will vary depending on factors such as your existing knowledge, and your past experience. |
Partnership Churches
If you are enrolling via one of our partnership Churches, then there will be set dates and class session times that you will need to attend. This information will be communicated to you by your Church. All students need to submit their assessment via the online learning system. Your Trainer may allocate you some class time for the completion of assessments, but you will also need to set aside time to study outside of class hours. |
Quality Qualifications
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