The Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology is for those who continue to study from Certificate III or enter into the course with advanced standing. The Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology continues and extends a vibrant faith-building journey in the Word of God, developing a greater depth of understanding and relationship with the Word.

Those continuing from Certificate III build on the themes, skills, and knowledge already presented in Certificate III. However, Certificate III is not a pre-requisite for Certificate IV.

The Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology attracts Austudy, AbStudy and Youth Allowance for eligible Australian students.

The course can be completed in one year as a Distance Education study program; the time frame is a guide only depending on the student’s capacity and the circumstances for study.

Pre-requisite:

Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology OR similar Bible college award OR verifiable ministry experience of a minimum of 2 years. An LL&N test may be required to determine eligibility to enter the course.

The Theology subjects continue to develop a sound understanding and depth of knowledge in the Word of God for Christian life in their ability to serve the Lord Jesus Christ.

The elective subjects are appropriate for someone involved in ministry with some responsibility while subject to pastoral oversight, such as a youth leader; women or men’s ministry leader; other ministry department leader;

The student will complete the following units −

• 6 Units of Biblical Theology, are identified as “CMT” units.
• 3 Practical Ministry Skills units.

The recommended subjects for this course are listed below as “Biblical Theology Subjects” and “Elective Practical Theology Skills”.  In keeping with our policy of allowing students to tailor the course to suit their training needs, we are providing a link to the full list of subject options available.  Students can use the recommended list or request a substitute from the link below.

Vision International College is an independent Bible college. Many Christian churches and denominations highly value our awards for ministry training purposes.

However, Vision International College cannot offer or guarantee any posting to any church or missions organisation due to the diverse requirements of differing denominations. While our awards are highly respected, applications and inquiries to such bodies must be made in person by the student/graduate.

Upon completing this award, learners should have acquired the necessary knowledge, attitudes, and skills to serve effectively as Christian workers, religious instructors in churches, parishes, para-church organisations, missionary organisations, and religious education.

VIC has nominated subjects to satisfy the CMT units. Students may request alternative topics provided they fulfil the unit elements. The decision of the Principal on the substitution request is final.