CALAM Training
project-based learning for Christian ministry
 


 

The Advanced Diploma may include specialist modules that are negotiated to address particular ministry interests.

Training Plans are often negotiated with individual students based on a selection from the list below. These Plans should include modules that accumulate at least 650 hours, of which 390 must be primarily Bible content.
 
Module
hrs
Bible Study 1
25
Bible Study 2
25
Biblical Leadership
50
Church Health
50
Church History a
50
Church History b
50
Church History Survey 1
50
Church History Survey 2
50
Church Leadership
50
Church Planting
50
Community Work A
25
Community Work B
75
Community Development
75
Connecting with Community
50
Discipling
50
Evangelism
25
History of God's people - New Testament
50
History of God's people - Old Testament
50
Interpreting the Bible
50
Introduction to Theology
50
Leading Worship Practice
25
Leading Worship Structure
25
Mentoring
50
Networking
50
New Testament Survey - Part 1
50
New Testament Survey - Part 2
50
Old Testament Survey - Part 1
50
Old Testament Survey - Part 2
50
Organising Activities
50
Pastoral Care
50
People Helping - a
50
People Helping - b
50
Personal Discipleship
50
Prayer and Devotional Life
50
Preparing Talks & Sermons - 1
50
Preparing Talks & Sermons - 2
50
Public Speaking
25
Reasons for Your Faith
50
Sharing Faith
25
Small Groups
50
Spiritual Formation 1
50
Spiritual Formation 2
50
Theology - 1
50
Theology - 2
50
Project 1
50
Project 2
50
Project 3
50
Project 4
50
Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology

The Advanced Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology is designed to equip those who are preparing for mission placement, church planting, higher-level ministry in the local church, and continued growth as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

Students can expect to graduate from this course with a thorough knowledge of the Bible and valuable practical skills for ministry both formally and informally. The modules covered include specialisations allowing students to focus on their main area of ministry.

Throughout this course, students will be constantly challenged as they engage in hands-on practical ministry within a Biblical framework. Students studying full-time may complete the Advanced Diploma in three years (including prerequisite studies). However, it may also be completed over several years part-time, on campus or as an external student.

There are normally two student intakes per year, at the beginning of 1st Semester (February) and 2nd Semester (July). Training sessions are held mostly in the format of daily classes, however students may expect to attend approximately 3 evening classes per week and 3-4 weekend intensives per year.

The Advanced Diploma provides more in-depth module-based training, building on the foundation provided through the Diploma. The Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology covers the broad range of competencies identified as important to quality leadership at lay level within churches. Students can expect to learn from hands-on involvement in an extensive range of modules.

As a full-time student you can anticipate being involved in equivalent to 20 hours of class-based training per week, as well as 15-20 hours of study outside of the classroom. All modules have a "practical" component built directly into them. This means that you have the chance to put what you are learning "into practice". As a full-time student, your weekly study load includes training sessions and study time and practical application. It is important to take all this into consideration when planning your study load.
 

In addition to the above you will be required to:

1. Place yourself under the direct discipling of a mentor chosen by yourself and agreed upon by CALAM Training
2. Participate actively in the leadership of your congregation or specialist ministry organisation.
3. Be involved in an ongoing effort to make disciples.
4. Participate in equivalent to a one week ministry field trip.

This qualification requires the application of specialised theological knowledge, and the generation of ideas through the analysis of information and concepts at an abstract level. It requires accountability for group and congregational outcomes within broad parameters (AQF 6 level)

Pre-requisite Requirements: Core competencies of Diploma of Christian Ministry and Theology.

VET FEE-HELP is available to assist students at Advanced Diploma level.

CALAM Training - a ministry of Queensland Baptists