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1.8 Years
Local Students: The course is delivered through online lectures and live online sessions. International Students: The course is delivered through face-to-face lectures and live online sessions.
Online (local students); Face-to-face and live online sessions (international students) · Volume of learning: 1,210 – 1,240 hours (610–640 supervised hours + 600 unsupervised hours)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
24 Euston St, Rydalmere NSW 2116
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian College of Theology (ACT) / relevant denominational body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Course Content
Conduct and apply advanced research in theology
Group A: Advanced research in Christian Ministry and Theology
Conduct advanced research in Christian ethics
Group A: Advanced research in Christian Ministry and Theology
Initiate and lead applied research in Christian ministry
Group A: Advanced research in Christian Ministry and Theology
Analyse biblical texts using recognised methods of biblical interpretation
Group B: Scripture and Theology
Analyse worldviews and world religions
Group B: Scripture and Theology
Examine and compare Scripture and theology
Group B: Scripture and Theology
Analyse and apply Christian doctrine
Group B: Scripture and Theology
Lead ethical practice in a Christian ministry context
Group B: Scripture and Theology
Lead the mission of a Christian organisation
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Lead and enable Christian ministry
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Lead own professional development
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Implement and manage diversity and inclusion strategies
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Manage innovation and continuous improvement
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Lead strategic transformation
Group C: Ministry and Formation
Common Questions
To achieve the qualification, candidates must complete eight elective units, consisting of at least six units from the listed electives including at least one unit from Group A (Advanced research in Christian Ministry and Theology), at least two units from Group B (Scripture and Theology), and at least two units from Group C (Ministry and Formation). Up to two units may be selected from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided they are relevant to the work outcome.
Entrants must hold the Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology OR hold a higher education qualification (e.g. Bachelor Degree) with relevant vocational experience in Christian ministry and theology. It is also recommended that entrants have language, literacy and numeracy skills at ACSF level two in numeracy, four in reading and writing, and five in learning and oral communication.
For local students, the course is delivered through online lectures and live online sessions. For international students, the course is delivered through face-to-face lectures and live online sessions. The course is offered across campuses in Sydney (Rydalmere NSW), Brisbane (Runcorn QLD), and Melbourne (Wantirna VIC).
Successful completion of the course requires learners to engage in unsupervised experience including: undertaking work experience in Christian ministry, private study, completing research and assessment tasks, participating in a religious community (worship, small groups, pastoral care, outreach and community service), and undertaking personal formation activities such as devotion, prayer, personal retreat and reflection. On average, these unsupervised activities equate to 600 hours.
Graduates of this qualification may be eligible to enter a range of other higher qualifications offered by RTOs and higher education providers. The qualification also contains units from the Public Sector, Business Services, and Community Services training packages, which provide pathways into relevant VET qualifications. Additionally, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for any unit of competency successfully completed if the full qualification is not completed.
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