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PROGRAMME PURPOSE
The aim of this programme is to provide students with a broad understanding of the principles of theology, biblical foundations, and Christian thinking that enhances their ability to serve, lead small groups and community missions, as well as assist church leadership in a variety of pastoral care roles.
This programme will appeal to Christians with a desire to serve their community of faith and the broader community using biblically informed theories and practices. It also targets Christians with the desire to learn more about their faith and action in the world.
The Christian ministry programme aims to develop servant leadership skills, enhancing employment opportunities and/or the ability to work in a voluntary capacity, including not-for-profit, church and community contexts.
GRADUATE PROFILE
On successful completion of this programme graduates will be able to:
ADMISSION AND ENTRY
General Admission
NCEA Equivalence can include:
- NZ School Certificate;
- Sixth Form Certificate;
- Overseas equivalent qualifications, including IB and CIE, or HSC (Australia);
- Other NZQA level 1 or 2 certificates in relevant disciplines to Laidlaw programmes;
- Evidence of level of academic achievement or a portfolio of work for homeschooled students*;
- Reference/support/documentation from employer*
*All equivelance must be documented. The applicant may need to sit assessment for entry.
Entry Assessment
(a) Includes a literacy test.
(b) Dates for assessment will be advised.
Special Admission
New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who do not meet the General Admission requirements but who will have reached the age of 20 by the first day of the semester for which admission is sought and who are able to provide evidence of aptitude or appropriate work or other experience may be granted Special Admission, in exceptional cases, an applicant who:
- Does not hold a university entrance qualification and has not reached the age of 20 by the first day of the semester for which admission is sought may apply for special admission.
In assessing whether to grant special admission in exceptional cases, the primary focus will be on the applicant’s level of preparedness for tertiary study.
English Language Requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 (Academic) or equivalent.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT
Transfer of Credit is not available for this programme.
PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS
Every candidate for the Certificate shall to the satisfaction of the Academic Board or delegate, follow a programme of study for a period of normally not less than an academic year.
Each candidate’s programme will comprise all modules as listed in the Schedule of Modules of these regulations, totalling a minimum of 120 credits.
COMPLETEION OF THE PROGRAMME
A candidate may take up to three years to complete this programme unless an extension is granted by special permission of the Academic Director or delegate.
AWARD OF THE QUALIFICATION
Candidates who successfully complete the requirements of this programme will be eligible to apply to Carey for the award of the New Zealand Certificate in Christian Ministry, Level 4.
SCHEDULE OF MODULES
Students must complete all of the following courses:
Please note, it is possible that a student may be able to select other courses from the Carey catalogue if that course would allow the student to meet the remainder of the Graduate profile.
NORMAL PROGRESSION THROUGH THE PROGRAMME
TRANSITION ARRANGEMENTS
The Academic Board may further request that additional assessments are undertaken in order that the Graduate Profile and Qualification Conditions are met by the student’s course of study. Carey Baptist College may use external New Zealand Qualification Consistency experts to assist in the decisions regarding transition arrangements.