Diploma of Ministry

The Diploma of Ministry is equivalent to 1 year (30 weeks) of full-time study at Degree level. The training is designed to provide you with solid Biblical foundation and practical personal and ministry skills. The course has a solid Biblical core with the flexibility of choosing elective ministry units so that you can be effectively equipped to serve God in a specific area where God may be leading you. The Diploma of Ministry is ideal as a gap year plan, as a year out for personal growth, or for those seeking to be involved in ministry. Your tailored course will include some of the following subjects:

• New Testament Introduction
• Old Testament Introduction
• Interpreting the Bible (Hermeneutics)
• Introduction to Theology
• Personal Change
• Effective Communication
• Introduction to Counselling
• Elective Ministry Units (elective units will vary year to year - click here for units on offer next semester).

Internship Option

The Diploma of Ministry can also be taken as an internship program with supervised ministry training in the local church. The strength of pursuing an Internship is that it links training (at PBC) with a specific ministry context (in your local church) which allows you to immediately apply and use what is learned in class in the place God has called you to serve.

We know that it is important for you to be able to put your learning into practice as soon as possible. Therefore the internship is designed to encourage you to work immediately within your own local church. This is done through keeping the training to only 3 days, and by appointing mentors who will facilitate this practical learning. This practical ministry exposure will provide you with valuable experience and opportunities to become better equipped for future ministry. During this exciting year you will be trained for Kingdom service, to be able to:

• Understand the Bible
• Confidently interpret the Bible
• Communicate effectively in many contexts
• Grasp the major themes of the Bible
• Become competent at mentoring and discipling
• Integrate the gospel into your own life
• Prepare and deliver short Biblical messages
• Work effectively in a ministry environment
• Understand and help people

Internship Advantages

For Interns:

• Gain ministry experience
• Receive Fee-Help if eligible
• Receive personal mentoring
• Receive a solid Biblical foundation
• Receive Austudy funding if eligible
• Receive immediate practical training
• Training can be credited towards a Degree

For Churches:

• Fast track growth in your leaders
• Interns assisting in church ministry
• The interns remain part of church life
• Your leaders receive excellent training
• Tailor the training to meet specific needs
• The internship promotes personal growthAustudy/Fee-Help assists fund a position
   

Course Specifications:

Typical Course Structure