Courses of Study
Vocational Courses
Vocational courses are designed for the Christian who wants to be better equipped and more informed to serve God effectively in his or her local church
Emmaus offers three courses that will meet many needs of the local church member. A key component of all courses under this qualification pathway is that students must demonstrate, typically over time, that they can apply their learned skills in appropriate real world contexts. Thus it would be expected that all students be actively involved in either their local church or in a para-church ministry.
Certificate III in Christian Ministry & Theology
Certificate IV in Christian Ministry & Theology
In addition, as a member institution of The Sydney College of Divinity we are able to offer the
and the
Certificate III in Christian Ministry & Theology
Certificate III in Christian Ministry is a program designed to teach basic theology and the practices of local churches. This Certificate is the equivalent of 6 months fulltime study.
Subject offerings within this course are as follows
Core (Compulsory) Units
Identify how Christian Scripture, life and practice are understood today
Identify theological data
Identify a range of information within a theological theme or issue
Identify new theological insights
Identify theological knowledge in relation to the Christian way of life
Communicate theology in everyday language
Electives
Students must complete an additional two units from the subjects listed below or from any other accredited course at Certificate III level or higher. Please contact the college for further information.
Organise personal work priorities and development
Work within specific communities
Deliver and monitor service to clients
Work effectively with young people
Provide care and protection for young people
Certificate IV in Christian Ministry & Theology
Certificate IV in Christian Ministry builds on Certificate III.
More time will be spent on getting to know the Bible better. Certificate IV is the equivalent of one year’s full-time study.
Subject offerings within this course are as follows
Core (Compulsory) Units
Discuss the nature of the Bible and present day Christian life and practice
Interpret theological data
Investigate information within a theological theme or issue
Gain new personal revelation
Explore ideas about God in relation to the way we live as Christians
Communicate theological information in a clear, easy to understand form
Electives
Students must complete an additional two units from the subjects listed below or from any other accredited course at Certificate IV level or higher. Please contact the college for further information.
Support community participation
Support community leadership
Plan and conduct group activities
Support young people to address their circumstances
Support young people in crisis
