The Diploma in Christian Leadership is a foundational level programme in Christian Studies tailored towards those who are preparing for Christian ministry and leadership within church communities, the not-for-profit sector and a wide range of community vocations.
Alphacrucis is registered as a Private Training Establishment accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989. The college holds a Category 2 status, meaning NZQA is Confident in its Educational Outcomes and Self-assessment capability. Alphacrucis College has NZQA approval for this programme and accreditation to deliver it.
The college is a signatory to The Code of Practice (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Students) 2021
This leadership and ministry programme provides a unique opportunity to engage in ministry education within the framework of a Pentecostal-Charismatic expression of the faith. Alphacrucis has in recent years developed a strong theological underpinning to the dynamic experiences of Pentecostal-Charismatic practice. This is critical for the development of the next generation of leaders who want to combine an empowering of the Spirit with thorough training and a Christian worldview. The diploma combines contemporary scholarship with an emphasis on the dynamic experience of the presence of God. The two different pathways of internship in the leadership programme offer you an internship component of 25% or 50% depending on your needs, focus and leadership experience.
The Diploma can be undertaken by fulltime study in campus based papers, or by distance e- learning. From time to time intensives are offered in various locations through the country.
Course Structure
Accreditation
This programme leads to the New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies (Level 5) with a strand in Leadership. Alphacrucis is registered and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989 to provide education and training based on the National Qualifications Framework. Alphacrucis has approval and accreditation to deliver this programme. Alphacrucis is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral care of International Students.
Entry Requirements
IELTS
International students should have a minimum English ability equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Academic Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements Minimum 18 years of age with high school literacy and numeracy skills. Pastoral reference required.
Fees
Complete Fee Schedules and FEE-HELP information (where appropriate) for all Alphacrucis courses can be found in our Documents section, under the Fees and FEE-HELP Information link.
