Do you want to...

... understand the Bible better?
... be equipped for your ministry within the church?
... obtain a recognized ministry qualification?

What is the Certificate IV in Biblical Ministry?

The Certificate IV in Biblical Ministry is an accredited ministry qualification that focuses strongly on Bible interpretation and the development of certain ministry skills. It is usually presented in conjunction with local churches that are keen to develop up-and-coming leaders for ministry. Being church-based, you'll have the unique opportunity to be trained for ministry while still actively involved within your church.

Literally thousands of church leaders from all over the world have benefited from this training in the past. Why not be one of them?

What will I learn?

The qualification focuses on the specific skills that you need to interpret the Bible, and how to use them in ministry. These include the following:

1. NT101 - Interpret the New Testament Epistles
2. NT102 - Identify the Communication Situation and Central Message of the New Testament Epistles
3. OT101 - Interpret the Pentateuch and Old Testament historical books
4. OT102 - Identify the Communication Situation and Central Message of the Pentateuch and Old Testament
5. THE101 - Interpret the Ten Commandments and make biblical ethical decisions
6. SPI101 - Understand, apply and demonstrate spiritual change and growth
7. MIN101 - Prepare and deliver a short biblical message
8. MIN102 - Prepare and lead a Bible study
9. MIN103 - Do biblical evangelism
10. MIN104 - Develop a strategy for improving the dynamics of church life within a small group
11. MIN105 - Promote family relationships

Admission requirements

There are no specific academic requirements for admission to the Certificate IV other than:

• appropriate literacy proficiency
• access to a ministry environment where competencies can be demonstrated