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1 Year
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face
Full time / Part time / Online / On-campus / Mixed Mode
March (S1) | Aug (S2) | November (Summer)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Norwest Boulevard and Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills NSW (Alphacrucis College - Higher Ed)
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Australian College of Theology (ACT) / relevant denominational body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Course Content
Faith and Purpose
Discover the foundations of faith and how it relates to one's worldview and purpose. Students will explore the Christian story from Scripture and express ideas of their own faith, examine how faith shapes views on the meaning and purpose of life, the value of humanity and ideas of human flourishing.
Old Testament Foundations
Equip students to uncover the significance and relevance of the Old Testament to being a disciple of Jesus, covering themes, theology, wisdom, history, and narrative.
New Testament Foundations
Introduces the purpose, content, and message of the New Testament books with particular focus on the historical and cultural implications of their setting.
Professional Practice
Bridges theory with real-world experience through academic exploration and a 100-hour placement (or two 50-hour placements) under experienced mentors.
Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
Students delve into diverse topics essential to pastoral ministry, exploring contemporary pastoral models, defining ministry, calling, and ordination to conflict resolution and effective caregiving.
Character Formation and Ministry
Students explore Christian spirituality beyond traditional worship practices, deepening community spirituality while respecting boundaries and discovering their broader spiritual heritage.
Advanced Preaching (for Experienced Preachers)
Transformational Leadership
This subject is delivered for City Harvest Church students.
Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
Students explore a broad variety of topics that form the basis of pastoral ministry, including contemporary pastoral models, defining ministry, calling and ordination to conflict resolution.
Chaplaincy Support in Practice
Builds on previous learning of chaplaincy and pastoral care, providing further understanding of responding to clients with grief and loss, mental health concerns, and identifying individuals at risk of suicide.
Christian Spirituality
Explores the broader historical roots of spiritual approaches, encouraging students to express faith in new ways and deepen the spirituality of their local Christian community.
Pastoral Administration and Management
Offers an introduction to the philosophy of church health and management.
Communicating the Christian Faith
Explores the historical, biblical, and theological foundations of gospel communication, equipping students with effective communication skills and strategies for engaging complex global issues.
Preaching
Bridges the gap between ancient texts and explores effective ways to communicate biblically sound truths to a modern world.
Healing Ministry
Examines different perspectives on healing in the church's history and provides practical skills for supporting others during times of illness, grief, and loss.
Church and Society
Explores the intersections of faith and society, including trends and megatrends shaping the Christian community and its practices.
Pentecostal Ministry Foundations
Explores the roots of the Pentecostal movement, its history, biblical foundations, and theological distinctives.
Youth Ministry
Explores ministry to youth and young people, grounded in love and empathy, delving into understanding young people's concerns, needs, and pressures.
Children's Ministry
Explores the key components of children's ministry and how to effectively engage a younger audience with a gospel message.
Women and Men in Christian Ministry
Critically evaluates sociological and religious influences on gender roles throughout church history and explores the role of the Bible in current debates over women in ministry.
Discipleship
An in-depth exploration of Christian discipleship, developing an advanced understanding of its biblical, historical, and theological foundations.
Church Planting
Explores what it would look like to plant a brand new church, including personnel and resources required.
Common Questions
Yes. This course meets the theological qualification requirements to be an ordained minister in churches that are part of the Australian Christian Churches movement, which represents over 1,100 churches throughout Australia and neighbouring countries. If your church is part of another denomination, you should check with your church or denomination office to confirm whether this course is also recognised for credentialled ministry.
Yes. The Diploma of Ministry can provide you a significant head start should you wish to move into the Bachelor of Ministry. AC is committed to providing academic pathways for students, and the course allows flexibility for students who may wish to start with a short undergraduate course before committing to a Bachelor program.
The Diploma of Ministry costs $1,650 per subject, and FEE-HELP is available to eligible domestic students.
The Diploma of Ministry is available via Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, and Face to Face study modes. Campus locations include Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, though some subjects are only available on campus — students should check the timetable to confirm location and mode.
Professional Practice (EXP001) is designed to bridge theory with real-world experience. Students engage in academic exploration of professional practice while gaining hands-on experience through a placement. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, students complete a 100-hour placement (or opt for two 50-hour placements over two semesters) in various formats, enriching their learning journey.
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