| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
| Reference Number | UCMIN20 |
| Description | The SMBC Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry is a great introduction to theological studies. At AQF level 5, it’s ideal for those without an undergraduate degree. With just four units of study required, it also suits those with limited time to study. It can be studied full-time or part-time. The Certificate will give you a foundational understanding in Old Testament and New Testament, with electives from the areas of ministry or missions. It also opens up pathways to further study, for example, the Diploma of Theology, Associate Degree of Ministry, Bachelor of Ministry and Bachelor of Theology. It is the equivalent of the first half (full-time) of the Diploma. The Certificate will give you a basic competency to serve in a local church or para-church ministry. |
| Keywords | bible college bible study mission preparation youth ministry children's ministry lay preaching |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | |
| Country and region where programme is available | Australia / New South Wales |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Ethics; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Children's Ministry; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Youth and Students Ministry; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Men’s Ministry; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Women's Ministry |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Certificate |
| Cost Range | From US$1,000 to less than US$10,000 |
| Actual Cost | $2520 per unit |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 6 months FT / 2 years PT |
| Average hours of study per week | 15 |
| Methods of instruction | Lectures / tutorials, reading. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | It is open as a first award to students who have achieved an ATAR of at least 65 (or equivalent). However, where an applicant has not completed the HSC, mature age entry (21 and above) will be favourably considered. |
| Other Prerequisites | There may be language requirements for candidates whose first language is not English. |
| Qualifications gained | Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | Diploma of Theology, Bachelor of Theology, Bachelor of Ministry |
| Programme Accredited by | Other Accreditation (see below) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | Australian College of Theology |