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11090NAT Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry

Are you ready to step into senior leadership? Can you step up to the complex and unpredictable challenges of ministry with confidence and competence? The Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry at Alphacrucis University College is designed to equip you with advanced knowledge and skills necessary for effective ministry leadership. This program prepares you to lead ministry teams, develop structured ministry programs, and ensure compliance with organisational, movement, and legislative standards.

Course Duration
1.5 years full time
Study Modes
Online Recorded
Study Locations
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Start Dates
Term 1 (Jan), Term 2 (Apr), Term 3 (July), Term 4 (Oct)
Fees
$690 per subject
Subjects
12
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What is the 11090NAT Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry?

The Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry is a vocational course tailored for those aspiring to or currently serving in senior ministry roles. This program provides a comprehensive education in ministry leadership, equipping you with the depth of knowledge and practical skills needed to address complex problems and lead with excellence. You will learn to pastor, teach, preach, and lead effectively, while also developing the ability to create innovative solutions in various ministry contexts. This advanced diploma ensures you are prepared to take on significant responsibilities and drive impactful ministry initiatives.

Who is this for?

Are you a current or aspiring senior leader in a church or Christian organisation?

Do you seek to deepen your skills in pastoring, teaching, preaching, and ministry leadership?

Are you looking for a vocational program that equips you to handle complex and unpredictable challenges in ministry?

Do you want to ensure your church or ministry is compliant and meets legislative standards?

Answered yes to any of these? Then the Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry is waiting for you!

Outcomes

Completion of this course may enable the graduate to apply for ordination in the Australian Christian Churches and other Christian movements and denominations.*

Equip yourself for senior leadership roles in church and para-church organisations.

Be confident in areas of governance necessary for leading Christian organisations.

My time at AC has enabled me to preach better, pastor more effectively, and has helped to cultivate an even greater love for the word of God. I have learnt that it is important to grow in our development and understanding of the Bible, but it is incredibly valuable to do so with a Pentecostal lens. Our heritage as a movement is crucial to who we are and how we minister to others.

Katrina Yassi, Campus Pastor, Faith Christian Church

Accreditation

*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, please check with your church or denomination office if this course is also recognised for credentialled ministry.

Structure and Subjects

To achieve the qualification 11090NAT Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry the learner must complete twelve units, choosing at least 1 unit each from groups A, B, and C.

Core
6 Units

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Electives
6 Units
Choose 6 units from the following groups (choose at least 1 units each from Groups A, B, and C)
Group A - Pastoral

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Group B - Theology and Worldview

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Group C - Leadership

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Group D - Electives

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More Information

For more information and details of previous course structures see Student Handbook.
*You can also use the Subject & Unit Search to explore the subjects (including electives) available to enrol in for this course and can filter by subject area and level.

What people say

  • The Diploma of Ministry RPL acknowledged and enhanced the ministry and leadership skills I had been developing for years as a senior pastor. With wonderful support from AC lecturers during the intensive, by the end of the week I walked away not only with the qualification, but also refreshed and encouraged for ministry.

    Chris Smith

    ACC NSW State Secretary/Treasurer

  • The group times, I loved batting though the materials and gleaning further insight / revelations from the others, really helpful.

    Pastor Karen MacLeod

    South West Christian Church, Hoppers Crossing, VIC

  • The Diploma of Ministry added some structure and missing content to my existing years of experience as a pastor. It has become a solid building block in the growth of both my ministry and church.

    Pastor David Vicary

    Eternity Church, WA

  • The Leadership course helps us to process new ideas and build to a greater understanding of our role as Christ-centred leaders.  I was encouraged to think analytically and given freedom to question assumptions in a safe forum. The class discussions are highly engaging and relevant.

    Helen Kobakian

    Senior Pastor, Lifehouse Church

  • Anyone who wants to disciple people also need to be in an environment where they can grow.  Anyone who's got Alphacrucis as a part of their journey is better off for it.

    Mark Varughese

    KingdomCity

    • Learning Outcomes

    Ability

    • Ability to lead ministry teams.
    • Ability to design, implement, and evaluate a ministry program.
    • Ability to analyse and apply knowledge of the history of the Christian church.
    • Ability to apply advanced exegetical tools to the Old Testament and New Testament.
    • Ability to teach a broad knowledge of a specific theme of the Old Testament and New Testament.
    • Ability to analyse and critique different theological perspectives and communicate the relevance of theological formulations for Christians in the contemporary twenty-first century society.
    • Demonstration of research skills, particularly the ability to gather, understand, collate, analyse and evaluate information from a range of sources.

    Admission Criteria

    Entry Requirements

    Recent Secondary Education (with the past 2 years)

    Completion of NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) (or the completion of an International Baccalaureate or the interstate or overseas equivalent qualification).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    11089AT Diploma of Christian Ministry or equivalent.

    Professional Entry

    At least 3 years of vocational experience in ministry.

    Applicants must submit a copy of their CV with a cover letter outlining how they meet the above criteria, or equivalent.

    Unique Student Identifier

    A government issued Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number.

    International Students – Language Requirements

    IELTS (or equivalent) Score of 6.0.

    How to Apply

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      Read through the admissions criteria and ensure you meet the entry requirements.

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    Key Dates
    Semester 1
    Term 1
    February / March
    Term 2
    April
    Semester 2
    Term 3
    July / August
    Term 4
    November