Imagine transforming lives through compassionate care and support when people need it most. The Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services at Alphacrucis University College is your first step to a fulfilling career in community service, equipping you with foundational skills in psychology, counselling, and social work.

Can you picture yourself supporting people who are navigating the impact of trauma? The Graduate Certificate in Trauma Counselling at Alphacrucis University College is designed to equip you with current, trauma-informed counselling practice to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities affected by trauma.

Ecclesiology is the study of the church. Contemporary churches are often focused on “doing church”, but this unit reflects critically on the nature and mission of the church. It puts in place biblical and theological foundations for understanding the church, and then reflects theologically upon contemporary developments. It also considers the relationship between Church Mission and evangelistic and social work activities.

Ecclesiology is the study of the church. Contemporary churches are often focused on “doing church”, but this unit reflects critically on the nature and mission of the church. It puts in place biblical and theological foundations for understanding the church, and then reflects theologically upon contemporary developments. It also considers the relationship between Church Mission and evangelistic and social work activities.

Dive into a comprehensive overview of human services and its theoretical frameworks. This subject prepares students for diverse roles within case management, counselling, and support services, focusing on effective service delivery and client care. Students will learn the fundamentals of the case management process, explore various professional roles, and apply reflective practices to improve their proficiency and understanding of good practice.

Rachel had always felt drawn to roles where she could support others—working as an executive assistant, events coordinator, and church administrative pastor. Her roles were fulfilling, yet something was missing. She knew she had a natural gift for administration, but she wanted to channel that gift into something that aligned with her passion for helping others who could not help themselves. That’s when she heard about the Bachelor of Applied Social Science at Alphacrucis University College.

“I felt it aligned with my values and my passions,” she recalls. “So after much...

Counsellor or Psychologist? Choosing the Right Path for Your Career in Mental Health and Wellbeing

Are you fascinated by the inner workings of the human mind? Do you love to see people flourish and overcome behaviours, mindsets or illnesses that hold them back?  Are you eager to support others towards holistic wellbeing and health?

If you answered yes to any of these questions you have probably considered a career in either counselling or psychology. While these professions seem similar, they represent distinct educational pathways and result in unique roles and responsibilities...

The prosperity gospel can quickly polarise Christian believers. For some it exemplifies the victorious Christian life that is lived under the blessing of God, apprehended by faith in the power of the Spirit. For others, it stands as a symbol of materialism, greed and the abuse of the poor for the benefit of rich preachers and their opulent lifestyles. In this article I’d like to briefly reflect on the prosperity gospel and consider what might be problematic, but what also might be redeemable about it. In particular, I offer that despite its numerous faults, the prosperity gospel does indeed remind...

Christian schools are the way most Australians will engage with the gospel in the coming decades, closely followed by Christian social services, with Christian congregations well behind.  So the quality of Christian witness in word and deed in these settings matters a great deal, but nurturing this does not seem to be a priority in many Christian denominations and theological colleges.

I have spent 30 years writing and teaching on the relationship between Christian theology and economics, most recently as part of Alphacrucis College push to create a Christian research university for Australia and beyond.  Along the way I have...

The prayer of Jesus in John 17:20-26 is for the unity of believers, founded on a common faith in Him, as we proclaim the message of Jesus to the world. Jesus’ prayer is that His followers may be unified in a way that somehow reflects the oneness of the Father and Son.

Generally, Pentecostals have historically been reluctant to engage with formal ecumenical groups. There are various reasons for this, some ideological and some practical. The main ideological reason is that Pentecostals have historically identified as a restorationist movement and so...