Diploma in Christian Leadership (Level 5)

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.

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.

Pastor Kerry Gordon (faculty profile)

Units offered as part of this Award:

BIBM01 - Narrative of the First Testament: Description: This paper introduces the First Testament with particular focus on issues of the historical, social and religious background(s) of the books, on the one hand, and more contemporary questions of theological themes and ethics on the other. The paper will include an overview of many of the books of the First Testament and the distinctive elements they contain. Unit detail page >>
BIBM02 - Writings of the New Testament: Description: To give a broad introduction to the New Testament literature within its social and historical context. Unit detail page >>
HIS101 - History of Christianity: Description: This introductory paper covers key turning points in Christian history from Christ to the contemporary era, with a view to providing a basis for future historical and theological studies. Unit detail page >>
LEAM01 - Leadership Principles: Description: This paper provides the student with an understanding of the principles of leadership as applicable to a church context. Unit detail page >>
MINM02 - Communicating the Gospel: Description: This introductory paper covers key turning points in Christian history from Christ to the contemporary era, with a view to providing a basis for future historical and theological studies. Unit detail page >>
MINM03 - Ministry Placement 1: Description: This paper incorporates learning experiences at a practical level as well as giving opportunity to reflect on both the practice and theory of ministry. Unit detail page >>
MINM04 - Ministry Placement 2: Description: This paper incorporates learning experiences at a practical level as well as giving opportunity to reflect on both the practice and theory of ministry. Unit detail page >>
MINM05 - Ministry Practicum 1: Description: This paper incorporates learning experiences at a practical level as well as giving opportunity to reflect on both the practice and theory of ministry. Unit detail page >>
MINM06 - Ministry Practicum 2: Description: This paper incorporates learning experiences at a practical level as well as giving opportunity to reflect on both the practice and theory of ministry. Unit detail page >>
THEM01 - Understanding the Faith: A Survey of Christian Doctrine: Description: This paper looks at how our theology is formed and applies a formative understanding of Christian thoughts on the doctrines of God, creation and redemption. Unit detail page >>