Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Certificate in Ministry is designed for Christian professionals who view their vocation as a form of ministry and want to integrate their faith more deeply into their work. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your biblical and theological foundation, explore a call to ministry, or transition into a new vocational direction, this course offers flexible and practical training. Expect to engage with key ministry disciplines that support both personal spiritual growth and professional development. Through reflective learning, academic study, and a supportive Christian environment, you'll be equipped for greater impact, whether in your current role or in preparation for future ministry or leadership opportunities.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Carindale

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Higher Education study: Applicants with a Bachelor degree (other than Ministry) are eligible for admission to this course.
Recent Secondary Education: Applicants with recent secondary education are not eligible for admission to this course.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: Applicants with VET study are not eligible for admission to this course.
Work and life experience: Applicants with work and life experience are not eligible for admission to this course.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants for whom English is not their first language must provide certified documentary evidence that their secondary schooling, or tertiary studies of at least one year, was conducted in English, or provide satisfactory results in an acceptable English Language Proficiency examination (results must be no more than two years old).
- IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (at least 6.0 in all subtests)
- PTE (Academic): 59 overall (at least 51 in all subtests)
- TOEFL (PBT): 577
- TOEFL (IBT): 90 (at least 16 in Listening, Reading; 21 in Writing; 18 in Speaking)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates are equipped both theologically and practically to lead with integrity and vision across a wide range of ministry and leadership roles, including: Youth ministry, Children's ministry, Creative ministry, Media team ministry, Small groups ministry, Pastoring, Education, and Counselling.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian College of Theology (ACT) / relevant denominational body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units7 units

JA401

Biblical Interpretation and Application

JA402

Biblical Studies in the Old Testament

JA403

Biblical Studies in the New Testament

JB404

Spiritual Transformation

JB405

Theology of Ministry

JC401

Introduction to Ministry Practice

JC403

Leadership for Life and Ministry

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units do I need to complete for the Graduate Certificate in Ministry?

The Graduate Certificate in Ministry consists of 4 units. Students may choose any 4 of the 8 units that comprise the Graduate Diploma in Ministry, with a maximum of 2 units in any one field.

Who is the Graduate Certificate in Ministry designed for?

The course is designed for Christian professionals who view their vocation as a form of ministry and want to integrate their faith more deeply into their work — whether they are seeking to strengthen their biblical and theological foundation, explore a call to ministry, or transition into a new vocational direction.

What academic background do I need to apply for this course?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree in a field other than Ministry to be eligible for admission. Applicants with recent secondary education, VET study, or work and life experience alone are not eligible for this postgraduate course.

Can I choose my own units, and are there any restrictions?

Yes, students can choose any 4 units from the pool of 8 units that make up the Graduate Diploma in Ministry, but no more than 2 units may be selected from any one field. Students are advised to consult the Ministries Courses Guide for course rules, requirements, and unit prerequisite information.

What career pathways can the Graduate Certificate in Ministry lead to?

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of ministry and leadership roles, including youth ministry, children's ministry, creative ministry, media team ministry, small groups ministry, pastoring, education, and counselling, equipped both theologically and practically to lead with integrity and vision.

Application

How to Apply

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