Private Training Establishment
Equippers College
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
Studying in NZ
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