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Diploma in Christian Studies (Level 5)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Diploma

Duration

1 year

Next start date

Expected Feb 2024

Campus

Equippers College

Summary

The Leadership Internship provides an opportunity for students to develop a greater awareness of their leadership skills and ministry effectiveness. The programme is design to give students an in-depth study of the Bible, the opportunity to manage projects and lead teams, and put their faith into action. Students gain valuable ministry knowledge and skills that equip them for a life of significant influence.

You will learn:

Head

  • Leadership theory & effective practice
  • How to understand and interpret the Bible accurately
  • Theological view-points

Heart

  • How to strengthen your Character
  • How to build stronger spiritual disciplines
  • How to develop a greater awareness of God’s call

Hand

  • How to lead teams and departments
  • How to manage projects
  • Effective ministry skills

Papers and Credits

  • Biblical Theology (15 credits)
  • Theology: Introduction (15 credits)
  • Formation (15 credits)
  • Mission, Church and Community (15 credits)
  • Internship I (30 credits)
  • Internship II (30 credits)

Vocational Pathways

  • Church Leadership
  • Chaplaincy
  • Church-based ministries
  • Intercultural ministries
  • Religious Education
  • Youth work

Entry criteria

Applicants to this programme who have no secondary schooling or NCEA level 1 or 2 attainment or equivalent will require an entry assessment (including a literacy test) to establish eligibility.

Applicants who have NCEA level 3 attainment (or above) or evidence of equivalent knowledge and skills have open entry to apply.

NCEA Equivalence can include:

• NZ School Certificate

• Sixth Form Certificate

• Overseas equivalent qualifications, including IB and CIE

• Other NZQA level 1 or 2 certificates in relevant disciplines to Laidlaw programmes

Special Admission

Applicants who have no secondary schooling or NCEA level 1 or 2 attainment or equivalent will require an

entry assessment (including a literacy test) to establish eligibility. The college will also take in to consideration

the following factors when assessing a special admission applicant:

• Previous education

• Training and work experience

• English language skills and;

• Motivation to study

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