10744NAT Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology (non-current)
CRICOS Code 099427K
Are you moving into a leadership role in your local church or another ministry or parachurch organisation? Are you a leader wanting to further develop your skills and knowledge?
In this course you will develop the knowledge and skills to analyse and interpret scripture and theological concepts and apply them to your ministry context. Through practical ministry application you will develop the skills needed to be an effective leader in your area of ministry.
Course Details
DURATION: 2 years full-time (Domestic and International students); 4 years part-time (Domestic students only)
INTAKE: Bi-Monthly (Distance Only), Term based Intake (Campus)
FEES: Please see Schedule of Fees
Course Structure
The following units of competency are delivered within twenty-four theology and ministry subjects:
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- BSBINS603 Initiate and lead applied research
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCPRP004 Promote and represent the service
- CMTMIN601 Synthesise theological ideas and apply these to specific personal or community issues
- CMTMIN602 Communicate theology in depth
- CMTTHE601 Analyse and critique Christian theology
- CMTTHE602 Critique the interpretation of theological data
- CMTTHE603 Apply critical analysis to a theological theme or issue
- CMTTHE604 Critique new insights on theological information
Subjects
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WORK-BASED TRAINING (WBT)
Work-Based Training (WBT) is volunteer on the job training. It is an important component of your course as it gives you the opportunity to put into practice in your ministry/work environment the skills and knowledge you are learning throughout your course.
Work-Based Training must be completed within the context of your local church.
Examples of ministry contexts could include (but is not limited to): youth, children, women, men, service, hospitality, music, small group, community, media, or pastoral care ministries.
More information regarding the responsibilities and requirements of WBT are outlined in the WBT Roles & Responsibilities, WBT Agreement and the WBT Training Plan which are part of your enrolment package.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to enroll an applicant must be:
- 18 years or over
- a person who is actively involved in a Christian Church
- able to read and write English to a sufficient standard to work with the supplied course materials.
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants must:
- Complete an Application Form
- Provide a USI number
- Pay $ 150 non-refundable application fee (per course)
- Read and sign the Student Handbook
- Write a short essay giving your reasons for studying this course
- Complete a Pastoral reference form (Pastoral Reference Form should be completed by the applicants local Pastor)
- Complete and sign the Work-Based Training Agreement and Training Plan
NB: RPL: Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is all about the skills and knowledge you've collected through work and life experiences and then transferring them to current training course requirements. We assess evidence you provide of your competency to determine if you meet the required standards that may used to award credits towards a qualification. You will find more information about RPL in the student handbook
Credit Transfer: Hope College recognises and accepts Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other RTO. Direct Credit Transfer (DCT) will be given to any student who has successfully completed units in any of our accredited courses with another RTO. Prior to the commencement of studies students must produce a copy of their Record of Results/Statement of Attainment or give the Student Services account permission for Hope College to view their USI transcript online.
Course Structure
The following units of competency are delivered within twenty-four theology and ministry subjects:
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- BSBINS603 Initiate and lead applied research
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCPRP004 Promote and represent the service
- CMTMIN601 Synthesise theological ideas and apply these to specific personal or community issues
- CMTMIN602 Communicate theology in depth
- CMTTHE601 Analyse and critique Christian theology
- CMTTHE602 Critique the interpretation of theological data
- CMTTHE603 Apply critical analysis to a theological theme or issue
- CMTTHE604 Critique new insights on theological information
Subjects
- James
- Prayer Skills
- Divine Healing
- Spiritual Warfare
- 1-3 John
- Parables of Christ
- 1 & 2 Peter
- Ministry with People with Mental Health Issues
- 1 & 2 Timothy
- Equip others for Spiritual Growth
- Community Impact
- Nehemiah
- The Gospel of John
- Develop Leadership Skills
- Coming World Events
- 1 & 2 Thessalonians
- Philippians
- Preaching Skills
- Angels and Demons
- Personal Ministry Development
- Ministering in the Gifts
- Colossians
- Kingdom Living
- Galatians
WORK-BASED TRAINING (WBT)
Work-Based Training (WBT) is volunteer on the job training. It is an important component of your course as it gives you the opportunity to put into practice in your ministry/work environment the skills and knowledge you are learning throughout your course.
Work-Based Training must be completed within the context of your local church.
Examples of ministry contexts could include (but is not limited to): youth, children, women, men, service, hospitality, music, small group, community, media, or pastoral care ministries.
More information regarding the responsibilities and requirements of WBT are outlined in the WBT Roles & Responsibilities, WBT Agreement and the WBT Training Plan which are part of your enrolment package.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to enroll an applicant must be:
- 18 years or over
- a person who is actively involved in a Christian Church
- able to read and write English to a sufficient standard to work with the supplied course materials.
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants must:
- Complete an Application Form
- Provide a USI number
- Pay $ 150 non-refundable application fee (per course)
- Read and sign the Student Handbook
- Write a short essay giving your reasons for studying this course
- Complete a Pastoral reference form (Pastoral Reference Form should be completed by the applicants local Pastor)
- Complete and sign the Work-Based Training Agreement and Training Plan
NB: RPL: Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is all about the skills and knowledge you've collected through work and life experiences and then transferring them to current training course requirements. We assess evidence you provide of your competency to determine if you meet the required standards that may used to award credits towards a qualification. You will find more information about RPL in the student handbook
Credit Transfer: Hope College recognises and accepts Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other RTO. Direct Credit Transfer (DCT) will be given to any student who has successfully completed units in any of our accredited courses with another RTO. Prior to the commencement of studies students must produce a copy of their Record of Results/Statement of Attainment or give the Student Services account permission for Hope College to view their USI transcript online.